Stronger bonds of friendship proved the ultimate prize when the crew of HMAS Perth took on Indonesian Navy personnel in a sports day during a recent port visit. After combined warm-up exercises, competitors participated in a series of friendly sports ranging from the truly international football code – soccer – to less common sports such as sack racing and land-skiing in three-person teams. (Australian Government Defence)

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  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
    • AIYA VIC – every Wednesday 5-7pm at Kathleen Syme Library & Community Centre.
    • NSW – Thursday at 6.30pm weekly at Darling Square.
  • AIYA FLEX! – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on Sunday at 4pm WIB/ 7pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
  • AIYA ACT hosts Weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia!
  • AIYA ACT’s Gamelan Sedulur Monco will be playing at ANU’s College of Asia and Pacific Immersia Cultural Festival at the Embassy of Indonesia, Canberra, on 21 Sept, 2-4pm. Stay tuned on instagram @aiya_act for more details!
  • AIYA VIC X TRAVELOKA presents Career Webinar. Join us as we hear from Traveloka employees about what it’s like working at Southeast Asia’ leading travel platform, the company’s hiring process, and the current employment opportunities available in Indonesia and Australia. Get the opportunity to submit your CV during the event! Join us on 13 Sept at 7-8 PM AEST / 4-5 PM WIB here.
  • AIYA NSW is hosting another Badminton Sports Day on 22 Sept 10-12pm at NBC Alexandra, following the success of their first one. It will be followed by an optional networking lunch!
  • The Australian National University’s Indonesia Project. Join the 41st Indonesia Update Conference, “How Jokowi Changed Indonesia,” on 13-14 Sept at ANU’s Coombs Lecture Theater, Fellows Road Acton, ACT 2601. Supported by ANU’s Department of Political and Social Change, the conference will explore Jokowi’s legacy. Take a look for detail here and register here to attend either in person or here virtually by zoom.
  • The Lowy Institute is hosting “From Jokowi to Prabowo: Perspectives from the ANU Indonesia Update” panel on 16 Sept at 12pm. The discussion will be held at the Lowy Institute, Sydney, NSW. Register here.
  • AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.

Opportunities

  • NAILA has published their 2024 information pack! Take a look at their competition this year, including their sub-questions for each category and prize money here. Submission deadline is extended until 14 Sep 2024. More info here.
  • AIYA National currently has openings for Kongres Convenor and Kongres Officer positions. Applications close on 13 Sept. Find out more here.
  • Beasiswa LPDP – Australia Awards Scholarships (AAS) merupakan program beasiswa pendanaan bersama antara LPDP dan AAS, yang memberikan kesempatan studi program master bidang blue economy, green/renewable economy, dan digital/information technology pada 22 perguruan tinggi di Australia. Pendaftaran buka hingga 13 Sept. Informasi lengkap di sini.
  • DT Global is now looking for:
    • Junior Graphic Designed and Social Media Manager to support IA-CEPA ECP Katalis’s communications team. Applications close on 18 Sept. Apply here.
    • Economic Sub Editor who will support Prospera’s communications team. Apply here by 11 Sept.
  • The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Indonesia offices is open for several job positions. Kindly email your statement and current CV to [email protected] by 15 Sept
    • Marketing Manager – Full time
    • Student Recruitment Manager – Full time
    • Academic Program Officer – Consultant
  • Prospera is seeking an Economist (Public Financial Management) to assist the Government of Indonesia (GOI) counterparts to develop and improve fiscal policies and strategies. Submit your application here latest by 13 Sept.
  • Nominations for the 2024 Australia-Indonesia Institute Awards are OPEN 😎 know someone who deserves the recognition of doing such great work in the Aus-Indo space? Nominate now here by 20 September.
  • IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Bandung (July 2024) and Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
  • Macquarie University is now open scholarship opportunities for all eligible students from ASEAN countries who commence their studies in 2024 and 2025. Special for chosen early acceptance scholarships will be valued at AUD $10,000 per year for the duration of your Bachelor’s or Master’s coursework degree (AUD $5,000 will be credited each session). Apply here. 
  • The International Internships’ ProBuddy program is now open. Want to be a mentor and a friend for an Australian university student so that they can comfortably adjust to life in Indonesia? Don’t miss the chance to grab more benefits and also the certificate on completion of the program. Apply here ASAP.
  • ANU is offering a course on introduction to Indonesia’s economy and policy environment. This is a chance to learn from world experts on the Indonesian economy in a two-day intensive course. More info here.
  • Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
  • The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is opening various job opportunities. Check here.
    • DFAT has established the Emerging Markets Impact Investment Fund (EMIIF) which seeks to support development ideas across the Indo-Pacific region. If you have a bright development idea consider applying for support here.
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • Join Prospera talents community and become a part of a thriving network of professionals like you! Sign up today by dropping your CV here and shape the future with Prospera!
  • KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out here. KIAT works with its government partners across Indonesia to deliver a range of large and small projects to improve access to infrastructure for all Indonesians.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • PWC Corporate Tax internships based in Jakarta are now open. As an Intern / Trainee, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Apply for a talent pool here.
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities: Ruth Daroesman Graduate Study Grant, Student Research Grants, Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of  available vacancies here.
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organises games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.

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