Presiden Jokowi menggelar pertemuan bilateral dengan sejumlah pemimpin negara G20 pada Senin (14/11/2022), salah satunya dengan PM Australia Anthony Albanese. Presiden mendorong implementasi IA-CEPA dan investasi Australia di bidang infrastruktur serta transisi energi. (Sekretariat Kabinet RI)

In the News

• President Jokowi supercharged the “powerhouse partnership” idea this week by trying to recruit Australia to a mooted Indonesian electric vehicle battery resources cartel right in the middle of the G20 summit. (The Interpreter)
• Menteri Investasi/Kepala Badan Koordinasi Penanaman Modal (BKPM) Bahlil Lahadalia mengajak pemerintah Australia membentuk aliansi strategis untuk mendorong hilirisasi dan energi baru terbarukan guna mengembangkan ekosistem industri baterai kendaraan listrik. (Liputan 6)
• Around 100 million people live in flood-prone areas of Indonesia, totalling almost one-third of the national population. Relocating these people from disaster-prone areas to safe locations is a challenging proposition, but one of increasing importance. (Code Blue)
• In one week, the small town of Molong, NSW, Australia had its CBD wiped out, Forbes was cut in half by a new inland lake and Eugowra was largely destroyed by flooding residents labelled an “inland tsunami”. (The Guardian)

Tune In

• The implementation of the G20 summit in Bali was completed on Wednesday, 16 November 2022 and many achieved by Indonesia during the summit. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Lukas’ Moment (dir. Aryo Danusari, 2005) and a trio of animated short documentaries produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 22 Nov. More information here.
• AIYA Victoria will be holding their Annual General meeting to showcase activities from the past year, elect a new executive and farewell the outgoing committee at the KonJen KJRI Melbourne on Wednesday 23 Nov at 6pm. You can also join online here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Our Mothers’ Land (dir. Leo Plunkett. 2020) and Samin vs Semen (dir. Dandhy Dwi Laksono 2015) produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 15 Nov. More information here.
• Join the 2022 NAILA Awards Ceremony at the University of Melbourne to celebrate all of the winners of NAILA and announce the winners of the Indonesian Studies Awards in collaboration with the Australia Indonesia Institute. The event will be held hybrid on 2 Dec at 6pm AEDT. Reserve your spot here. 

Opportunities

• Voting for the 2022 AIYA NAILA People’s Choice Awards is now BUKA/OPEN!!! You can watch the 4 submissions and pick your favourite one. The winner will be announced at our Awards Ceremony on the 2nd Dec.
• Prospera is seeking Senior Adviser (Public Financial Management & Decentralisation) to support the Budget System Team and Budget Policy Team. Apply here 25 Nov.
• The University of Melbourne is looking for Country Coordinator and Country Officer to be based in Jakarta. Apply by 27 Nov.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Menurut Presiden Jokowi sebagai mitra komprehensif strategis, ASEAN dan Australia punya peranan penting untuk membangun kawasan Indo-Pasifik yang stabil, damai, dan sejahtera. (Tempo)

In the News

• ASEAN telah menyepakati secara prinsipal keanggotan bagi Timor Leste. Dengan begitu, Timor Leste akan menjadi anggota perhimpunan bangsa-bangsa Asia Tenggara yang ke-11. (Tempo)
• Sebuah akun Facebook membagikan video dengan judul “Amerika dan Australia Gelisah Kapal Perang Iran Tiba di Indonesia Siap Perang dengan Australia”. (Tempo)
• Ganda putra Indonesia, Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto dan Mohammad Ahsan/Hendra Setiawan, dipastikan batal mentas di Australia Open 2022. (Kompas)
• Temuan terbaru ini merupakan berita baik bagi Steven Chen, warga asal Surabaya yang mendapatkan izin tinggal tetap Australia sejak tahun 1999. (Dekit.com)

Tune In

• Nika Suwarsih from Apex Institute who works closely with Multicultural for Jobs Victoria talked to Sri Dean about how people can find help or support when looking for work. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Victoria will be holding their Annual General meeting to showcase activities from the past year, elect a new executive and farewell the outgoing committee at the KonJen KJRI Melbourne on Wednesday 23 Nov at 6pm. You can also join online here.
• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Our Mothers’ Land (dir. Leo Plunkett. 2020) and Samin vs Semen (dir. Dandhy Dwi Laksono 2015) produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 15 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Lukas’ Moment (dir. Aryo Danusari, 2005) and a trio of animated short documentaries produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 22 Nov. More information here.

Opportunities

• Voting for the 2022 AIYA NAILA People’s Choice Awards is now BUKA/OPEN!!! You can watch the 4 submissions and pick your favourite one. The winner will be announced at our Awards Ceremony on the 2nd Dec.
• Australian Volunteers is looking for a Digital Marketing Strategist, Communication & Social Media Officer (Women’s Leadership Advocate), Social Media Coordinator, Digital Marketing Strategist (Social and Environmental Advocate), Digital Marketing Mentor (Disability Support Services), Social Media Officer – Borneo Football Academy and a Fundraising Officer (Disabilities Advocate). Apply by 16 November.
• Burgman Anglican School is looking for an Indonesian Teacher. Apply here by 17 Nov.
• Palladium is looking for a Contract Manager role to drive a service orientated, collaborative approach to contract delivery, leading the operations and finance functions of the program. Apply here by 19 Nov.
• The Department of Defence is hiring for an APS5 Indonesian Language Teacher in Laverton, Victoria. Apply here by 13 Nov.
• ACICIS is hiring for a Liaison Officer based in Jakarta. Applicants are required to be enrolled in a university, have an intermediate level of English proficiency and available from 2-15 Jan 2023. Apply here by 20 Nov.
• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is looking for a Senior Program Manager, Development Strategy and Coordination (SPM) who can work under limited direction of the Unit Manager, Development Strategy in a small team that supports DFAT’s senior management to develop strategy and coordinate across Australia’s development cooperation network in Indonesia. Apply here by 21 Nov.
• Australian National University is looking for a Director for the School of Culture, History and Languages. Apply here by 21 Nov.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

While Australia regularly cites education as the foundation of Australia’s relationship with Southeast Asia, these connections are weakening, posing a risk to Australia’s influence.Their international education policies have not adequately recognised the strategic importance of education ties with Southeast Asia, instead approaching the region through a narrow “market” lens. (Lowy Institute)

In the News

• Kedutaan Besar Republik Indonesia (KBRI) di Canberra mengatakan bahwa Tari Kuda Lumping telah menarik minat siswa Canberra Grammar School (CGS) Australia pada budaya Indonesia. (Antara News)
• Indonesia’s ambassador to Australia has raised new concerns about the sharing of advanced weapons technology under the Aukus security agreement, warning that it must not fuel a hypersonic arms race in the region. (The Guardian)
• International Education Minister David Templeman has celebrated the achievements of 26 students as part of the Indonesian Sponsored Students – Explore WA event held at the StudyPerth Student Hub. (Media Statements WA)
• Pada Kamis, 3 November 2022, Australia’s National Science Agency (CSIRO) bertempat di Jimbaran menyelenggarakan seminar ‘Demo Day’, sebagai bagian dari Road to G20 Summit di Bali pada pertengahan November 2022. Dalam kegiatan ini, berbagai inovasi baru mulai dari solusi pertanian bebas plastik, hingga teknologi yang mengubah mata pencarian pemulung di Indonesia, ditampilkan. (Tempo)

Tune In

• Dr Gaston Suhadi is a film critic who is also a lecturer at Petra University in Surabaya who has been following the journey of ReelOzInd! since the beginning. Sri Dean Dr Gaston explained the theme of ReelOzInd! 2022 and its categories. Also about the diversity of the judges this time around. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the ‘Contemporary Film as a Platform for Democracy in Indonesia’ series produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 8 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Our Mothers’ Land (dir. Leo Plunkett. 2020) and Samin vs Semen (dir. Dandhy Dwi Laksono 2015) produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 15 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Lukas’ Moment (dir. Aryo Danusari, 2005) and a trio of animated short documentaries produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 22 Nov. More information here.

Opportunities

• Voting for the 2022 AIYA NAILA People’s Choice Awards is now BUKA/OPEN!!! You can watch the 4 submissions and pick your favourite one. The winner will be announced at our Awards Ceremony on the 2nd Dec.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• Are you an emerging/existing leader from the Government of Indonesia agency keen to learn more about using data to improve policies and public services? Apply by the 13 Nov for the Australia Awards Short Course on Governing in the Digital Age (The Use of Data for Better Policies and Public Services)!
• The Department of Defence is hiring for an APS5 Indonesian Language Teacher in Laverton, Victoria. Apply here by 13 Nov.
• ACICIS is hiring for a Liaison Officer based in Jakarta. Applicants are required to be enrolled in a university, have an intermediate level of English proficiency and available from 2-15 Jan 2023. Apply here by 20 Nov.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Register now to take part in the 17th Indonesian Film Festival Short Film Competition. The theme for the Competition is “Magnum Opus”.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Ternyata, kata ‘curhat’ adalah salah satu istilah dalam Bahasa Indonesia yang jadi favorit orang Australia! Untuk memperingati Bulan Bahasa Indonesia, ACICIS menantang warga Australia berusia 18 tahun untuk berbagi kata favorit mereka dalam bahasa Indonesia. Pemenang utama dalam tantangan ini adalah Delta Willa yang tinggal di Melbourne, dengan kata favoritnya “curhat”.

In the News

• There is a need for local Indonesian education facilities to work even more closely with industry and “create programs aligned to industry needs”. Here is an agenda for growth – Australia is aiming to match Indonesia’s need to upskill with Australian institutions looking for new partnerships. (Australia Indonesia Centre)
• Mahasiswa Indonesia tidak menyangka data pribadinya jadi berisiko setelah kasus kebocoran data di Australia. Data pribadi ribuan mahasiswa internasional kini berisiko disalahgunakan, setelah serangan peretasan ke Medibank, salah satu perusahaan penyedia layanan asuransi terbesar di Australia. (ABC)
• Obat gagal ginjal akut yang dinilai efektif telah dibawa dari Australia dan Singapura. Hingga Jumat (21/10), jumlah pasien gangguan ginjal akut tercatat mencapai 241 kasus dengan 133 diantaranya dinyatakan meninggal dunia.Tingkat kematian karena penyakit ini menurut Menkes Budi mencapai 55 persen. (ABC)
• The Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno on Monday commented on the issue regarding Pasir Island located in the East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) reportedly claimed by neighboring country Australia, which he had verified but emphasised that such territorial claim is not in his authority. (Tempo)

Tune In

• Dr Gaston Suhadi is a film critic who is also a lecturer at Petra University in Surabaya who has been following the journey of ReelOzInd! since the beginning. Sri Dean Dr Gaston explained the theme of ReelOzInd! 2022 and its categories. Also about the diversity of the judges this time around. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia. Upcoming events include:
  • First Nations Book Club: Join us online on Sunday 6th November at 6pm AEDT/2pm WIB to discuss Melissa Lucashenko’s Too Much Lip. Melissa Lucashenko is an acclaimed Aboriginal writer and Too much Lip was the winner of the 2019 Miles Franklin Award.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 Nov. Register here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the ‘Contemporary Film as a Platform for Democracy in Indonesia’ series produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 8 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Our Mothers’ Land (dir. Leo Plunkett. 2020) and Samin vs Semen (dir. Dandhy Dwi Laksono 2015) produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 15 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Lukas’ Moment (dir. Aryo Danusari, 2005) and a trio of animated short documentaries produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 22 Nov. More information here.

Opportunities

• The Australian Government is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for the Ambassador for First Nations People. More info here. Apply by 4 Nov.
• The University of Sydney is looking for candidates for a domestic funded PhD scholarship that includes a small budget for field-work to look at coverage and equity in the South East Asia Region including Indonesia. The candidate will have the option to explore interests in migrant border, gender issues and identifying pro-equity strategies to reach under-served populations. Ideally the candidate will start in semester one of 2023, to enable alignment with other projects. There is flexibility in shaping the project to their interest. Please contact A/Professor Meru Sheel ([email protected]) for further information.
• International Internships currently hiring for Participant Experience Manager, Partnerships Manager, and Strategic Marketing Manager providing a smooth, safe and enjoyable experience for our students, university partners and hosts. Apply by 7 Nov.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

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Sihayo Gold says transitional and fresh material from a zone beneath its proposed Sihayo-1 pit at its namesake project in North Sumatra in Indonesia could be economically mined following a recent uplift in metallurgical recoveries.

In the News

• Australia disebut tidak mau hengkang dari kepemilikan Pulau Pasir. Pemegang mandat hak ulayat masyarakat adat Laut Timor, Ferdi Tanoni, mengancam bakal menggugat hal ini. (detiknews)
• Kementerian Perdagangan atau Kemendag mengingatkan kalangan pengusaha supaya memanfaatkan fasilitas kerja sama Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership (IA-CEPA) demi meningkatkan kinerja ekspor ke negara tersebut. Terutama karena saat ini neraca dagang Indonesia dan Australia masih defisit. (Tempo.co)
• Dengan dibukanya pembatasan perjalanan ke Australia, kini Negara Kanguru itu siap untuk menerima para wisatawan muslim, termasuk dari Indonesia, dengan menghadirkan wisata halal di berbagai negara bagian. (Antara News)
• Menteri Kesehatan (Menkes) Budi Gunadi Sadikin mengatakan 26 vial obat Fomepizole untuk pengobatan gangguan ginjal akut progresif atipikal (atypical progressive acute kidney injury) telah dibawa ke Tanah Air pada hari ini. (JawaPos)

Tune In

• Dr Gaston Suhadi is a film critic who is also a lecturer at Petra University in Surabaya who has been following the journey of ReelOzInd! since the beginning. Sri Dean Dr Gaston explained the theme of ReelOzInd! 2022 and its categories. Also about the diversity of the judges this time around. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia. Upcoming events include:
  • First Nations Book Club: Join us online on Sunday 6th November at 6pm AEDT/2pm WIB to discuss Melissa Lucashenko’s Too Much Lip. Melissa Lucashenko is an acclaimed Aboriginal writer and Too much Lip was the winner of the 2019 Miles Franklin Award.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here to keep up to date.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.
• AIYA VIC is hosting ReelOzInd Pop-Up Screening for their short-film festival with the theme of Suara/Voice. The event will be held on 26 Oct at the Multicultural Hub, Melbourne. More info here.
• ACICIS will be hosting the 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge to celebrate Indonesia’s ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ on 28 Oct. More information here.
• AIYA x IA-CEPA ECP Katalis x Pintar are hosting a collaborative gathering event “Learning without Borders #Sabtu Produktif” on 29 Oct at 10am-12.30pm. The event will be hosted offline at Pintar Office Jakarta, and online on Zoom. RSVP for offline is required here, and online here.AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 Nov. Register here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the ‘Contemporary Film as a Platform for Democracy in Indonesia’ series produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 8 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Our Mothers’ Land (dir. Leo Plunkett. 2020) and Samin vs Semen (dir. Dandhy Dwi Laksono 2015) produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 15 Nov. More information here.
• The University of Melbourne will screen the Lukas’ Moment (dir. Aryo Danusari, 2005) and a trio of animated short documentaries produced in partnership between Screening Ideas, the Asia Institute and the Indonesia Democracy Hallmark Research Initiative on 22 Nov. More information here.

Opportunities

• Join ACICIS 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge! Celebrating ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ (‘Hari Sumpah Pemuda’) on 28 Oct, ACICIS is challenging all Australian citizens over 18 years of age to share what their favourite word in Bahasa Indonesia is and why through the Bahasa Sesh Challenge. Find out more on how to participate here, video submissions close on 26 October. Win one free ACICIS Indonesian Language Short Course session in Central Java, valued at over $3,000 AUD! 
• The Australian National University is looking for a Program Manager to provide strategic direction to ensure the Project achieves its aims and operational objectives, with a view to increasing the impact of program activities, enhancing the Project’s reputation outside and within government, and identifying new opportunities for collaboration and funding. Apply here by 28 October.
• Prospera is looking for an Adviser (Subnational Government Accounting) will provide timely and high-quality strategic advisory assistance to the Government of Indonesia to achieve its goal of improving the quality of spending and public financial management. Apply here by 30 October.
• The Australian Government is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for the Ambassador for First Nations People. More info here. Apply by 4 Nov.
• International Internships currently hiring for a Participant Experience Manager providing a smooth, safe and enjoyable experience for our students, university partners and hosts. Apply here by 7 Nov.
• International Internships currently hiring for a Partnerships Manager providing a smooth, safe and enjoyable experience for our students, university partners and hosts. Apply here by 7 Nov.
• International Internships currently hiring for a Strategic Marketing Manager providing a smooth, safe and enjoyable experience for our students, university partners and hosts. Apply here by 7 Nov.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 Nov. Click here for more information.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

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Dari atas menara rambu suar perbatasan Indonesia-Australia, Elkana Amarduan dengan sukarela menjaga salah satu aset negara yang ada di ujung Indonesia, tepatnya di Desa Eliasa, Kepulauan Tanimbar.

In the News

• An opportunity arises for cooperation between Indonesia and Australia on the lithium supply chain. Indonesia can process Australian lithium —a critical component for electric vehicle batteries— to be later exported to other markets such as the US, according to former Australian minister for trade, tourism, and investment Steven Ciobo. (Jakarta Globe)
• Apa beda bertetangga di Indonesia dan Australia? Menjadi cultural shock bagi yang pertama kali alami diundang tetangga makan bersama di rumah tetangga di Australia. (Kompasiana)
• At first, it wasn’t clear how the bombings in Kuta would affect relations between Australia and Indonesia. The bombings sparked unprecedented political, security and aid cooperation, with leaders of the two countries feeling they faced a common foe. (The Conversation)
• Muntini Cooper thought inviting families and neighbours to her wedding in the small village of Trenggalek in East Java, Indonesia, would save her from assumptions about her marriage’s authenticity. She was wrong. (ABC News)  

On the Blog

• The first cohort of international students have arrived in Indonesia after a two year hiatus. As a student studying at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) organised through the Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICS), this article will help students wishing to undertake a student exchange post COVID lockdowns and the benefits of in-country study compared to online learning.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement! The Kumpul Committee was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of both Australia and Indonesia. Upcoming events include:
  • First Nations Book Club: Join us online on Sunday 6th November at 6pm AEDT/2pm WIB to discuss Melissa Lucashenko’s Too Much Lip. Melissa Lucashenko is an acclaimed Aboriginal writer and Too much Lip was the winner of the 2019 Miles Franklin Award. Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe.

• AIYA x IA-CEPA ECP Katalis x Pintar are hosting a collaborative gathering event “Learning without Borders #Sabtu Produktif” on 29 Oct at 10am-12.30pm. The event will be hosted offline at Pintar Office Jakarta, and online on Zoom. RSVP for offline is required here, and online here.
• Asia Society is hosting Asia Briefing LIVE 2022 “End of Certainty: Asia in a Fragmenting World” on 19 and 20 Oct, in-person in Melbourne and Sydney. Register here.
• Invest & Trade WA is hosting Indonesia Connect on 21 Oct at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, to deepen WA-Indonesia relations by providing a platform for meaningful discussion on investment and trade opportunities, and complementary capabilities between the two regions. Register here by 13 Oct.
• Katalis, the Indonesian Ministry of Trade, Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, and the Australian Embassy in Jakarta are co-hosting Business Forum: Understanding the Australian Market on 22 Oct at 9.30am in ICE, BSD City. RSVP here.
• 7th ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival, hosted by Australia-Indonesia Centre, will be held on 22 Oct at 6pm in Cinemas, Level 2 ACMI Fed Square. Get your free tickets here.
• AIYA VIC is hosting ReelOzInd Pop-Up Screening for their short-film festival with the theme of Suara/Voice. The event will be held on 26 Oct at the Multicultural Hub, Melbourne. More info here.
• ACICIS will be hosting the 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge to celebrate Indonesia’s ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ on 28 Oct. More information here.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 Nov. Register here.

Opportunities

• YAIA (Young Australians in International Affairs) is looking for a number of volunteers for Digital Events, In-Person Events (18 Oct), and Finance Officers (24 Oct). More infor here.  
• The University of Western Australia is seeking a Lecturer (Indonesian Studies). The responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate units in Indonesian studies and language as well as undertake research to support the School’s research program in either Asian Studies or International Relations. Apply here by 23 Oct.
• The Australian Embassy in Jakarta recognises and honours Australian alumni of all ages who have gained unique distinction and made outstanding contributions to their profession, community and country. Nominations for the 2022 Australian Alumni Awards are open until 23 Oct here.
• Join ACICIS 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge! Celebrating ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ (‘Hari Sumpah Pemuda’) on 28 Oct, ACICIS is challenging all Australian citizens over 18 years of age to share what their favourite word in Bahasa Indonesia is and why through the Bahasa Sesh Challenge. Find out more on how to participate here, video submissions close on 26 October. Win one free ACICIS Indonesian Language Short Course session in Central Java, valued at over $3,000 AUD! 
• The Australian Government is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for the Ambassador for First Nations People. More info here. Apply by 4 Nov.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 Nov. Click here for more information.
• Asia Society is receiving nominations for Melbourne Asia Game Changer Awards. Nominees are those who have fostered Asia-focused leadership. Nominate your Game Changer here by 7 Dec.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

Indonesia has a new capital city. To be a truly inclusive capital, the design team must include women, young people, ethnic minorities, sexual and gender diverse people, and the disabled community.

In the News

• The concept of “Diversity and Inclusion” has now become a mainstay to measure organisational performance. This is no less true for government agencies than it is for the corporate majors. (The Interpreter)
• Anggota Grup Kerja Sama Bilateral (GKSB) DPR RI – Parlemen Australia Ravindra Airlangga berharap terjadi transfer of technology antara kedua negara terkait dengan transisi energi ataupun pembangunan infrastruktur yang berkelanjutan. (Ti Berita)
• About a week after terrorist bombs killed 202 people in Bali two decades ago, Australia’s then ambassador to Indonesia, Ric Smith, stood and stared down a bulldozer on what remained of the Sari Club in Kuta. (The Australian)
• The presence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Indonesia sent panic through Australia’s farming industry, prompting calls from the opposition leader to ban travel to Bali. (ABC News) 

On the Blog

• The first cohort of international students have arrived in Indonesia after a two year hiatus. As a student studying at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) organised through the Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICS), this article will help students wishing to undertake a student exchange post COVID lockdowns and the benefits of in-country study compared to online learning.

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! Kumpul, AIYA’s Indigenous Engagement Committee have worked to construct and host some events in celebration:
  • The AIYA Indigenous Engagement: The Kumpul Committee is hosting the First Nations Book Club. Join us online on Sunday 6th November at 6pm AEDT/2pm WIB to discuss Melissa Lucashenko’s Too Much Lip.
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT), in conjunction with the ANU School of Culture, History & Language at the College of Asia and the Pacific and the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, will host this Indonesian Film Night (‘Malam Film Indonesia’) at ANU Kambri Cinema on 12 Oct. Register here.
• AASYP is hosting ‘Study Abroad: Tasmania, Australia’ on 13 Oct at 6pm AEDT. The event will showcase three exceptional leaders from Southeast Asia who have excelled in their chosen careers and made an impact in their community. Register here.
• AIYA VIC x Melbourne Community Gamelan is hosting a Gamelan Event at Melba Hall, the University of Melbourne, on 14 Oct at 6.30pm. The attendees will have tutorials on how to play gamelan instruments. Register here.
• 7th ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival, hosted by Australia-Indonesia Centre, will be held on 22 Oct at 6pm in Cinemas, Level 2 ACMI Fed Square. Get your free tickets here.
• ACICIS will be hosting the 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge to celebrate Indonesia’s ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ on 28 Oct. More information here.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 Nov. Register here.

Opportunities

• TAFE Queensland is seeking a Senior Global Business Partner to lead a regional sales and business development team. Apply here by 10 October.
• Prospera is seeking an Economist (Trade and Investment) to provide the analytical framework and the quantitative analysis to support the regulatory reform and policy development in trade and investment to improve the competitiveness of the Indonesian economy. Apply here by 12 October.
• DT Global (IA-CEPA ECP Katalis) is looking for Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTOs) for various activities: developing customised course content for Indonesian Digital Platforms and developing a digital literacy training program for the tourism sector. Register your interest by 4 October to [email protected] submit your proposal by 19 October.
• DT Global is seeking interest in joining our DT-Global Indonesia team as a Senior Manager based in Jakarta full-time. Apply here by 15 October.
• Global Victoria is seeking Expressions of Interest from Victorian businesses to participate in one of the world’s most premier business forums and engage with international leaders and business communities from Indonesia and other G20 countries. Apply here by 15 October.
• Asia Society Australia seeks a highly motivated Program Manager who will lead our world-class programs in Sydney. You will be responsible for shaping, planning, delivery, communication and promotion of Asia Society Australia’s executive and member events and public programs in the heart of Sydney’s financial and business district.  Apply here by 17 October.
• The University of Western Australia is seeking a Lecturer (Indonesian Studies). The responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate units in Indonesian studies and language as well as undertake research to support the School’s research program in either Asian Studies or International Relations. Apply here by 23 October.
• Join ACICIS 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge! Celebrating ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ (‘Hari Sumpah Pemuda’) on 28 October, ACICIS is challenging all Australian citizens over 18 years of age to share what their favourite word in Bahasa Indonesia is and why through the Bahasa Sesh Challenge. Find out more on how to participate here, video submissions close on 26 October. Win one free ACICIS Indonesian Language Short Course session in Central Java, valued at over $3,000 AUD! 
• The Australian Government is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for the Ambassador for First Nations People. More info here. Apply by 4 November.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 November. Click here for more information.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

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A national initiative aimed at encouraging the study of languages at university can also help reinvigorate the Indonesian language in Australia, according to those who have long been fighting for change.

In the News

• While the Indonesian tech sector is growing rapidly, the level of skilled workers is struggling to keep up. But that is where the opportunities lie for those in the education sector. (Skills Futures)
• Sebanyak 26 mahasiswa peserta program mobilitas New Colombo Plan (NCP) bertemu di Kedutaan Besar Australia di Jakarta minggu ini. Indonesia secara konsisten tetap menjadi salah satu tujuan paling populer di bawah NCP, dan program ini telah berkontribusi pada peningkatan lima kali lipat jumlah pelajar Australia yang datang ke Indonesia. (Medcom.id)
• Beberapa seniman ‘visual effects’ asal Indonesia berhasil menembus layar industri perfilman Australia. Industri perfilman di Australia saat ini sedang maju. Karenanya tidak heran jika Pemerintah Australia memberikan visa bagi pekerja industri film, televisi, dan lainnya di dunia hiburan. (JPNN)
• The Indonesian government is keen to improve the quality of the country’s higher education and it sees global collaboration as a method to do this. It is encouraging international universities to set up in the country – but they must do so in a way that supports Indonesia’s development and benefits local institutions. (The Pie News)  

Tune in

• Andre, Nourman and special guest Kim talk about their experiences with mental health. With R U OK Day having just passed, we want to help destigmatise this topic and keep the conversation alive, by reminding people that you don’t have to wait for a given day to talk about mental health. (Dia Loh Gue)
• Join co-hosts Sondang Sirait and Rachel Mason Nunn as they talk about opportunities to bring Australia and Indonesia closer and stronger together through trade and investment ties. Recorded on location at Brisbane City Hall in late August 2022, ‘Stronger Together’ features interviews with some prominent names in the Australia-Indonesia trade and investment space. (The Katalis Podcast)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! Kumpul, AIYA’s Indigenous Engagement Committee have worked to construct and host some events in celebration:
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Reay Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.

• The AIIA and Austrade have entered into a partnership to host the Global Tech Webinar – Indonesia Webinar on 4 Oct at 3pm. Get your tickets here.
• AIYA NTT is hosting an Annual General Meeting on 8 Oct at 3-5pm WITA. Join the meeting here.
• Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT), in conjunction with the ANU School of Culture, History & Language at the College of Asia and the Pacific and the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, will host this Indonesian Film Night (‘Malam Film Indonesia’) at ANU Kambri Cinema on 12 Oct. Register here.
• AASYP is hosting ‘Study Abroad: Tasmania, Australia’ on 13 Oct at 6pm AEDT. The event will showcase three exceptional leaders from Southeast Asia who have excelled in their chosen careers and made an impact in their community. Register here.
• AIYA VIC x Melbourne Community Gamelan is hosting a Gamelan Event at Melba Hall, the University of Melbourne, on 14 Oct at 6.30pm. The attendees will have tutorials on how to play gamelan instruments. Register here.
• 7th ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival, hosted by Australia-Indonesia Centre, will be held on 22 Oct at 6pm in Cinemas, Level 2 ACMI Fed Square. Get your free tickets here.
• ACICIS will be hosting the 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge to celebrate Indonesia’s ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ on 28 Oct. More information here.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 Nov. Register here.

Opportunities

• Do you know a standout Indonesian language teacher, researcher or leader in Indonesian cultural outreach in Australia? Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) Indonesian Studies Awards, which recognise the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals in our community. There are three award categories: AII Language Teaching Award, AII Studies and Cultural Leadership Award, AII Distinguished Service Award. For more information including how to nominate, click here. Entries close on 4 October 2022 (AEST).
• Asia Society is hiring a Program and Research Officer to be based in Melbourne. It is a position for an early career professional with a passion for delivering dynamic programs and projects relating to Asia, geopolitics, and international affairs. Apply here by 3 October.
• The Australian National University (ANU) ICEDS, in collaboration with DFAT is offering free course on Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (South and Southeast Asia). Register your online application here by 3 October.
• TAFE Queensland is seeking a Senior Global Business Partner to lead a regional sales and business development team. Apply here by 10 October.
• DT Global (IA-CEPA ECP Katalis) is looking for Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTOs) for various activities: developing customised course content for Indonesian Digital Platforms and developing a digital literacy training program for the tourism sector. Register your interest by 4 October to [email protected] submit your proposal by 19 October.
• The University of New England (UNE) is looking for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Digital Humanities (Indonesian Focus) who will take part in renewing and delivering the curriculum in Indonesian Studies to students both on campus and online. Apply here by 5 October.
• Prospera is seeking an Economist (Trade and Investment) to provide the analytical framework and the quantitative analysis to support the regulatory reform and policy development in trade and investment to improve the competitiveness of the Indonesian economy. Apply here by 12 October.
• The University of Western Australia is seeking a Lecturer (Indonesian Studies). The responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate units in Indonesian studies and language as well as undertake research to support the School’s research program in either Asian Studies or International Relations. Apply here by 23 October.
• Join ACICIS 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge! Celebrating ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ (‘Hari Sumpah Pemuda’) on 28 October, ACICIS is challenging all Australian citizens over 18 years of age to share what their favourite word in Bahasa Indonesia is and why through the Bahasa Sesh Challenge. Find out more on how to participate here, video submissions close on 26 October. Win one free ACICIS Indonesian Language Short Course session in Central Java, valued at over $3,000 AUD! 
• The Australian Government is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for the Ambassador for First Nations People. More info here. Apply by 4 November.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 November. Click here for more information.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• DT Global (KIAT) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative –  aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.

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On 18 September, renowned Indonesian scholar of Islam Professor Azyumardi Azra died suddenly of a heart attack. He was in Kuala Lumpur, where he was to participate in a seminar on “cosmopolitan Islam”, doing what he enjoyed so much – sharing his profound knowledge of Islam and deepening understanding through debate and discussion. (Indonesia at Melbourne)

In the News

• Minister of Trade Zulkifli Hasan declared, The G20 Trade, Investment, and Industry Ministerial Meeting (TIIMM), which was held on 22-23 September 2022 in Bali, was successfully conducted and supported the achievement of six priority issues to accelerate global economic recovery and sustainable development goals. (Mirage)
• Foreign workers could obtain Australian qualifications from their own countries in an attempt to improve skills shortages and diplomacy. Indonesia and India have been marked as a priority by Skills Minister Brendan O’Connor. (Sky News)
• While Jakarta takes an active interest in regulating the crypto industry, President Joko Widodo’s administration apparently sees merit in helping the local token economy grow – hoping to even benefit from taxing local digital assets that make it onto global trading platform. (Yahoo)
• Students around the world have joined together to hold climate change strikes, including protests in Germany, South Korea, Indonesia and New Zealand. (News.com.au)
  

Tune in

• Andre, Nourman and special guest Kim talk about their experiences with mental health. With R U OK Day having just passed, we want to help destigmatise this topic and keep the conversation alive, by reminding people that you don’t have to wait for a given day to talk about mental health. (Dia Loh Gue)
• Join co-hosts Sondang Sirait and Rachel Mason Nunn as they talk about opportunities to bring Australia and Indonesia closer and stronger together through trade and investment ties. Recorded on location at Brisbane City Hall in late August 2022, ‘Stronger Together’ features interviews with some prominent names in the Australia-Indonesia trade and investment space. (The Katalis Podcast)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! Kumpul, AIYA’s Indigenous Engagement Committee have worked to construct and host some events in celebration:
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • ACT: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Marie Raey Building, ANU. Follow @aiya_act on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.

• AIYA NSW Annual General Meeting will be held on 26 Sept at 7pm AEST via Zoom. The meeting will appoint the new committee, with elected positions including President, Vice President, and Treasurer. Join the meeting here.
• Festival Indonesia 2022 will hold Indonesian Night: Echo of the Archipelago theatrical show at Arthur Streeton Auditorium, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins on 30 September at 7pm. More information and buy your tickets here.
• The AIIA and Austrade have entered into a partnership to host the Global Tech Webinar – Indonesia Webinar on 4 October at 3pm. Get your tickets here.
• Festival Indonesia 2022 will be held at Argyle Square in Carlton on 2 October from 10am.
• AIYA NTT is hosting an Annual General Meeting on 8 October at 3-5pm WITA. Join the meeting here.
• Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT), in conjunction with the ANU School of Culture, History & Language at the College of Asia and the Pacific and the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, will host this Indonesian Film Night (‘Malam Film Indonesia’) at ANU Kambri Cinema on 12 October. Register here.
• AIYA VIC x Melbourne Community Gamelan is hosting a Gamelan Event at Melba Hall, the University of Melbourne, on 14 Oct at 6.30pm. The attendees will have tutorials on how to play gamelan instruments. Register here.
• ACICIS will be hosting the 2022 Bahasa Sesh Challenge to celebrate Indonesia’s ‘The Youth Pledge Day’ on 28 October. More information here.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 November. Register here.

Opportunities

• AIYA NSW is recruiting team members (Communications, Professional Programs, Social-Cultural and Education) who will be appointed by the new committee following the AGM. Register here by 26 Sept and see the position description here.
• The ASEAN- Australia One Health Fellowship Program is pleased to invite nominations including self-nominations with a letter of support. Applications close on 30 September. Apply here.
• UPI is looking for applicants for the Language Assistants Program in Victorian Government Schools 2023. Apply here by 30 September.
• Do you know a standout Indonesian language teacher, researcher or leader in Indonesian cultural outreach in Australia? Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) Indonesian Studies Awards, which recognise the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals in our community. There are three award categories: AII Language Teaching Award, AII Studies and Cultural Leadership Award, AII Distinguished Service Award. For more information including how to nominate, click here. Entries close on 4 October 2022 (AEST).
• DT Global is looking for an Australian Registered Training Organisation to develop customised course content for Indonesian Digital Platforms. Apply here by 4 October.
• DT Global is looking for an Australian Registered Training Organisation to provide a digital literacy training program for the tourism sector. Apply here by 4 October.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 November. Click here for more information.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.
• Bukalapak is looking for a Software Engineer in Melbourne to apply best practice agile software development within a product-focused team. Apply here.
• Katalis and DT Global are hiring for Independent Evaluator (Sustainable Tourism Development) to  provide independent advice on Katalis’s sub-contractor performance on sustainable tourism development partnerships in Indonesia with an initial focus on the TanaMori development near Labuan Bajo. Click here to apply.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• The University of Sydney is offering a postgraduate research scholarship in Opioid policy and use in Indonesia. Apply here.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

TIndonesia has officially approved digital nomad visas, and Bali is already crawling with foreigners chasing work-life bliss. The Indonesian Government has announced that remote workers will be allowed to conduct online work for up to six months, without paying tax, by using an existing B211A visa. (ABC)

In the News

• Indonesia has claimed success in fight over AUKUS nuclear subs – Australia’s submarine plans may be subject to greater safeguards and transparency after Indonesia’s bid for stricter regulations on nuclear naval power won wide support at a United Nations conference in New York. (Sydney Morning Herald)
• In Australia, Indonesia and other parts of Asia, La Nina brings heavy rainfall and can even cause more lightning activity in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Gulf Coast and increase the number of hurricanes and tropical cyclones, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (WION)
• Australia kini melakukan ekspansi ekspor produk bersertifikat halal ke Asia Tenggara. Banyak pelaku bisnis Australia mulai menargetkan pasar ibu-ibu Muslim, ketimbang hanya fokus ke pasar China. (Detik)
• Peneliti Australia-Indonesia temukan fosil bukti amputasi tubuh manusia di Kalimantan Timur. Fosil manusia tersebut tidak memiliki bagian bawah di kaki kirinya, yang menunjukkan sudah dipotong dengan alat tajam dari batu ketika masih kanak-kanak. (Liputan6)

On the Blog

• Indonesia’s G20 – Opportunities and Obstacles – The G20 Summit, to be hosted in Bali between the 15th and 16th of November this year, is fast approaching. The G20 provides ample opportunity for Indonesia as a host country to gain international prestige and domestic political wins. Equally, however, there are a number of obstacles the country will face that may inhibit its ability to make the most of such opportunities. This article looks at both the opportunities and obstacles to appraise whether Indonesia will meet its goals when the Summit rolls around this coming November. Read this week’s AIYA article here.

Tune in

• There’s a change coming soon to cyberspace in Australia, with the introduction of a new .au (dot-A-U) domain to replace the existing .com (dot-com) and .com.au (dot-com-dot-A-U) addresses. (SBS Indonesia)

Events

• AIYA Indigenous Engagement Events! Kumpul, AIYA’s Indigenous Engagement Committee have worked to construct and host some events in celebration:
  • Interested? Join the WA group here and/or the FB group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member will be able to join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange now moved to Zoom! It is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English, and held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Starting on 4 September, join FLEX here (a recurring link).
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Gallery Room, Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • NSW: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Online on Zoom. Follow @aiya.nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• AIYA VIC x Krakatoas Football Club is hosting an AFL Grand Final Watch Party and BBQ on the 24th of September. Click here to RSVP.
• AIYA NSW Annual General Meeting will be held on 26 Sept at 7pm AEST via Zoom. The meeting will appoint the new committee, with elected positions including President, Vice President, and Treasurer. Join the meeting here. 
• AIYA VIC x Melbourne Community Gamelan is hosting a Gamelan Event at Melba Hall, the University of Melbourne, on 14 Oct at 6.30pm. The attendees will have tutorials on how to play gamelan instruments. Register here.
• AIYA NTT is hosting Annual General Meeting on 8 October at 3-5pm WITA. Join the meeting here.
• Australia Global Alumni is presenting a bilateral webinar for Australians and Indonesians entitled “Can Indonesians Learn English through Australian Sports” on 20 September. Register here.
• Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT), in conjunction with the ANU School of Culture, History & Language at the College of Asia and the Pacific and the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, will host this Indonesian Film Night (‘Malam Film Indonesia’) at ANU Kambri Cinema on 12 October. Register here.
• AIBC is hosting the AIBC Conference for 2022 in Darwin in 2-4 November. Register here.

Opportunities

• Do you know a standout Indonesian language teacher, researcher or leader in Indonesian cultural outreach in Australia? Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) Indonesian Studies Awards, which recognise the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals in our community. There are three award categories: AII Language Teaching Award, AII Studies and Cultural Leadership Award, AII Distinguished Service Award. For more information including how to nominate, click here. Entries close on 4 October 2022 (AEST).
• AIYA NSW is recruiting team members (Communications, Professional Programs, Social-Cultural and Education) who will be appointed by the new committee following the AGM. Register here by 26 Sept and see the position description here.
• The University of New England (UNE) is looking for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, you will take part in renewing and delivering the curriculum in Indonesian Studies to students both on campus and online. Apply here by 20 Sept.
• ACICIS is looking for campaign volunteers to be part of a national initiative aimed at shifting Australia’s monolingual mindset and promoting the study of languages among Australian university students. Apply here.
• The ASEAN- Australia One Health Fellowship Program is pleased to invite nominations including self-nominations with a letter of support. Applications close on the 30th of September 2022. Apply here.
• Applications for the 2023 Language Assistant Program in Western Australian Public Schools are now open, facilitated by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI) Perth. Click here for more info.
• The University of Sydney is offering a postgraduate research scholarship in Opioid policy and use in Indonesia. Apply here.
• Katalis and DT Global are hiring for Independent Evaluator (Sustainable Tourism Development) to  provide independent advice on Katalis’s sub-contractor performance on sustainable tourism development partnerships in Indonesia with an initial focus on the TanaMori development near Labuan Bajo. Click here to apply.
• Piaget Education and Petra Christian University Surabaya are offering scholarships for international teachers of all subjects to join a uniquely designed Master Program of Education Leadership Management, inclusive of stipends and airfares, that will prepare graduates to become competent professionals at educational institutions. Send your CV to [email protected] to submit your interest.
• South Pole is looking for a Climate Projects Regional Director to own and grow the Climate Projects Business Line presence in South East Asia & Australia. Apply here.
• ReelOzInd! Short Film Competition and Festival is back in 2022 and can’t wait to share its festival of short films with audiences in Indonesia, Australia and beyond. This year our theme is ‘suara/voice’. Submit your entry here.
• Applications for Westpac’s Asian Exchange Scholarship are now open and close on 30 November. Click here for more information.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Bukalapak, an Indonesian-based tech unicorn with over 100 million users, 2 thousand plus employees, and a brand new office opening right here in Melbourne! They are looking for multiple positions in Jakarta, Sydney and Melbourne. Apply here.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Lakoat Kujawas is calling for proposals for the art residency program 2021-2022! The community of Taiftob Village, Mollo, NTT is open for collaboration with interdisciplinary artists and food activists. 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 Australian National University 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.
• Inside Indonesia publishes original pieces on a wide range of political, social, environmental, and cultural issues in Indonesia. They accept articles from people who have an interest in Indonesia. To find out how to contribute, click here.
• Career Insights: Graduate Programs in International Affairs In this article, YAIA has pulled together a curated list of graduate programs with an international focus, across federal Government departments and agencies, state and territory governments, and the private sector, that are available to apply for in 2022 (with most commencing in 2023). Find out more here.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is looking for full-time Junior researchers who will be responsible in supporting the writing of CIPS research and also in conducting their own research in accordance with good writing standards in CIPS. Apply here.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is launching its online Talent Accelerator Program (TAP), aimed at increasing the impact and leadership of early career researchers across Indonesia and Australia. Apply here.

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