Road Safety Specialist, Cities Program
Quick answer
WRI Indonesia is hiring a hybrid Jakarta-based Road Safety Specialist to lead road safety research and program implementation under the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety.
- Role
- Road Safety Specialist, Cities Program
- Organization
- WRI Indonesia
- Location
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
The Road Safety Specialist will support the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS) at WRI Indonesia by conducting research, technical advisory, and program management. The role focuses on reducing traffic fatalities through data-driven road safety interventions and policy recommendations for national and city-level stakeholders. This position requires managing projects, engaging with government partners, and producing high-quality research outputs in a hybrid working environment. The candidate will work closely with the Urban Resilience and Knowledge Management team to advance sustainable and equitable transport systems.
What you'll do
- Develop objective research products, policy briefs, and knowledge outputs on road safety.
- Provide technical support for road safety inspections, audits, and transport data collection.
- Manage project activities including workshops, conferences, and donor reporting.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with national and sub-national policymakers.
- Deliver technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in transportation, civil engineering, or urban planning.
- Minimum 5 years of full-time experience in urban planning or transportation.
- Proven experience in statistical analysis and transport modelling.
- History of scientific writing and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Professional fluency in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
- Legal authorization to work in Indonesia.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive and comprehensive benefit package, access to WRI global network, and inclusion in various working/affinity groups.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is a hybrid position based in Jakarta, Indonesia, requiring 8 days per month in the office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting, though WRI notes that the salary is commensurate with experience and skills.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least 5 years of experience in urban planning or transportation, and proficiency in statistical analysis and transport modelling.
When and how should I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the WRI Careers portal by June 15, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on WRI Indonesia's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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