Programme Coordinator (EFL) - Medan

Bukit Lawang Trust

Long-term contract
Localisation Medan, Indonesia
No remote
From 1 to 10 yrs of exp.
Posted on 10-16-2025

➔ Description of the mission

About Us

Bukit Lawang Trust is a grassroots conservation and education NGO focused on achieving the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development goals in rural North Sumatra, Indonesia. Established in 2004, the Trust has a long history in conservation, working closely with local communities to enhance quality of life, education, and protect the Leuser Ecosystem's biodiversity. We deliver 15+ high quality programmes to rural communities for free in order to enable people to access more opportunities for their academic, financial, physical and holistic wellbeing as well as foster a respect and care for the environment.

We run an established English as Second Language Programme, a Sustainable Business Programme for adults who want to start their dream business, an Ecological Farming Programme in partnership with a local Eco Farm and a Youth Ranger Programme for children to learn about conservation and how to be a jungle ranger! We also run supporting projects including free fitness programmes and a weekly woman's group as well as providing action-packed 8 week volunteer placements for those looking for a unique volunteer experience. You can find out more about our organisation here, before applying for the role!

Role Overview

The Programme Coordinator (EFL) is responsible for delivering and supporting the Trust’s education and conservation programmes, with a focus on overseeing the English as a Foreign Language Programme. This includes leading all elements of the English as a Foreign Language programme design, development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation. Fluency in English and confidence in delivering engaging lessons to both children and adults are essential to ensure high-quality teaching and learning. The Coordinator will work closely with the Head of Operations, Education Programme Manager, and wider BLT team of staff and volunteers to deliver the EFL programme effectively.

➔ Profile

Role Requirements

Essential

  • Strong communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Indonesian, with the ability to adapt language for children, adults, and community partners.
  • Teaching experience: Proven experience in teaching, with confidence in planning and delivering engaging lessons for both children and adults.
  • Cross-cultural teamwork: Confidence working as part of a diverse, cross-cultural team, showing adaptability, respect, and openness to different perspectives.
  • Monitoring and evaluation: Ability to collect key data, track programme outcomes, against KPIs, gather feedback, and apply learning to improve delivery.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders, such as local partners, children, volunteers, and trustees, including supporting translation and mediation when needed.

Desirable

  • Education and conservation background: Experience in linking education with conservation or sustainability themes.
  • Community development: Previous experience working with local grassroots communities, fostering participation, and adapting delivery based on needs.
  • Leadership potential: Some experience in leadership, such as project management, mentoring and up-skilling colleagues, or coordinating events.

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Bukit Lawang Trust

A small scale grassroots conservation & education charity dedicated to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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