Junior Technical Manager, Jakarta - Indonesia (12-month contract)

Job description About Smart Freight Centre Smart Freight Centre (SFC) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to reducing emissions from freight transportation through collaboration, transparency, and innovation. We work with governments, shippers, carriers, logistics providers, and NGOs to accelerate the transition to zero-emission freight through harmonized standards, data, and scalable solutions. This role supports SFC’s expansion into Indonesia as part of a new initiative to advance freight decarbonization in partnership with local ecosystem actors. About the position SFC is currently establishing a Freight Decarbonization Program in Indonesia in partnership with ecosystem actors such as WRI, ICCT, and industry stakeholders. The program focuses on building a national ecosystem for freight electrification and emissions accounting, anchored in two core pillars: Freight Emissions Accounting (GLEC / ISO 14083) and Road Freight Electrification. SFC has secured grant funding to deliver this program and is now looking to expand its in-country technical capacity to support execution. The work will involve technical analysis, ecosystem building, coalition development, and implementation planning, in close collaboration with global SFC teams and local stakeholders. You will support and lead SFC’s freight decarbonization work in Indonesia along with Program Lead, with a strong focus on technical delivery and market development. Your role will involve working on emissions accounting, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modelling, pilot identification, and building pathways for zero-emission truck deployment . The emissions accounting work will follow the GLEC Framework and ISO 14083, while electrification work will be based on SFC’s Zero Emission Truck (ZET) pilot and scale-up methodology. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, economics, and policy, and to help shape Indonesia’s freight decarbonization journey from early-stage pilots to scalable deployment. Key Responsibilities 1. Field Research & Analysis Conduct primary and secondary research on freight decarbonization topics, including key operational freight parameters , Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and trucking ecosystem dynamics. Analyze freight corridors and identify high-potential regions and use cases for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Work closely with academic institutions on topic of emission accounting for technical framework creation . 2. Data & Technical analysis & Reporting Compile and synthesize findings from stakeholder consultations, field visits, and partner data into structured reports. Work with global teams for TCO tool customisation as per Indonesia. Study & compare different TCO and financing models for ZETs adoption. Support development and maintenance of the Sustainable Freight Corridor (SFC) inventory, covering: Operational challenges and emerging opportunities. Key freight routes and flow patterns. Assist in activities to scale freight emissions accounting methodology, including data cleaning, gap analysis, and validation. Produce quarterly technical reports capturing insights, progress, and ecosystem readiness Emissions Accounting & ISO /GLEC adoption. Assess data availability and support in development of local emission intensity pathways. Ensure alignment with global methodologies and reporting standards. Identify potential opportunities for Tool accreditation and conduct training programs for corporates. Identify and collaborate with key institutes and partners for policy advocacy on emissions accounting. 3. Industry Engagement & Knowledge Sharing Attend relevant technical events and webinars related to freight electrification and decarbonization. Engage with global SFC members in Indonesia to identify additional opportunities for training and both GLEC adoption and Freight electrification assessment. Prepare brief summaries of learnings and insights for internal use and team knowledge building. Support in developing technical papers for emissions accounting, ZET adoption etc. for Indonesia. Support delivery of workshops on freight electrification and emissions accounting . Facilitate knowledge exchange between global experts and local partners. Key Skills: Research & Analytical Thinking Have an interest in transportation, logistics, or sustainability, especially freight decarbonization. Basic understanding of research methods (e.g., literature reviews, online research, interviews). Ability to collect and organize information from multiple sources and summarize findings clearly. Ability to understand policy landscape from EV adoption perspective . Technical Curiosity Willingness to learn about topics like EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and emission accounting. Some exposure to or interest in data-driven projects such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis or freight routing. Data Handling & Reporting Comfort with Excel functions and working with spreadsheets or structured data. Ability to help compile and format information into simple reports, tables, or presentations. Detail-oriented with an interest in improving data accuracy and organization. Communication & Collaboration Good written and verbal communication skills, especially in English. Comfortable engaging with team members and external partners (academia, NGOs, or industry) under supervision. Willingness to take part in field visits or stakeholder meetings and summarize key takeaways. Motivation & Learning Attitude Proactive, eager to learn, and open to feedback. Ability to manage time and tasks responsibly with support from the team. Curious and resourceful, with a positive approach to solving problems or exploring new topics. Comfortable in a small, fast-moving team with sense of ownership . Organizational Culture and Work Environment : At Smart Freight Centre (SFC), our culture is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. We value every team member's contribution and foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives drive industry transformation. Our commitment to sustainability extends to our work environment. We promote work-life balance, continuous learning, and professional growth, investing in our team members' well-being. About us https://youtu.be/CuLeA2SvikM