Digital Specialist

Date: 9 Jun 2026

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Company: Plan International

Project Background

Across ASEAN, internet access and smartphone use have grown rapidly, especially among adolescents. After the pandemic, young people spent even more time online for school, socialising and entertainment. While digitalisation brings many benefits, it also exposes children to cyberbullying, harmful content, online exploitation and mental health risks.

The challenges are significant across the region. In ASEAN, 80% of youth are online daily. In Indonesia, many teens struggle with low self-esteem and gadget dependence. Singaporean teens spend over 8 hours online each day, often using devices to cope with stress. Many children in Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines face cyber-violence, harmful online experiences, or online sexual exploitation.

Excessive screen time,...