Thursday, September 25, 2008

Australian Embassy Office Manager Deadline 17 October 2008

AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY, DILI
Avenida dos Mártires da Pátria

Job Vacancy – Office Manager

The Australian Embassy in East Timor, is seeking a person with appropriate skills, experience and maturity for the position of Office Manager.

Qualifications:

· High level of skill and experience in human resource management
· high level of office administration and finance skills with an appropriate tertiary qualification;
· well developed computer skills;;
· highly developed skills in the area of client liaison and service delivery, including the ability to liaise effectively with external organisations;
· excellent oral and written skills in interpretation and translation of English, Tetum and Indonesian with some knowledge of Portuguese;
· ability to take initiative and work unsupervised and to undertake complex tasking;
· excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated flexibility, judgment and ability to work in a team environment;
· honesty and integrity;
· willingness to work additional hours if required.

Applications should be sent to the Senior Administrative Officer, Australian Embassy. Applications must be written on a single page which includes specific reference to each of the qualifications sought above. Please attach your CV. This is a senior position and only suitably qualified applicants will be considered. It is very important that written applications address the qualifications listed above in detail. Applications that do not address the criteria will not be considered.

Salary

The Gross Salary will be in the range of USD950 – 1300 per month depending on the experience of the applicant.

Applications close: 17 October, 2008 and applicants should ideally be available to commence work immediately if selected.

Copies of the Job Description are available at the Embassy. Enquiries should be directed to Tel 3322111.

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

CCF Finance Assistant Deadline 2 October 2008

The Christian Children’s Fund, non-governmental organization, is seeking for a dynamic, self motivated and resourceful person to fill a Finance Assistant position based in Dili Office. The Finance Assistant (for Country Office) assists the Finance Manager in the day to day financial management of the Timor Leste Country office. The main responsibilities include budget management, working fund accounts management, donor reporting, fund disbursements, CCF adherence to statutory requirements, and payroll preparation.

Skills and Experience: The successful candidate must possess a University degree or other Tertiary Education in Accounting/Finance and with at least two year accounting experience, preferably with NGO background. Ability to work independently and in a team. High level communication skills, both oral and written in English and Tetum (fluency in other languages used in Timor Leste such as Portuguese or Bahasa Indonesian, would be desirable). Highly motivated, with excellent organizational, planning and prioritizing skills. High degree of computer literacy including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and knowledge of accounting software. Ability/willingness to be flexible, forward looking and supportive in a challenging work environment.

All interested candidates should send an application letter and detail CV with names and addresses of three traceable referees to reach the office on or before Thursday October 2, 2008. The application should be addressed to the Finance and Administration Manager, Christian Children’s Fund, Avenida Nicolau Lobato, Bidau Lecidere, Dili or by email to lugiartodiana78@gmail.com Only short listed candidates will be contacted for written test and oral interview.

IrishAid Gender Projects Officer Deadline 3 October 2008

Project Officer with special responsibility for Gender involvements
Irish Aid/Timor-Leste Office


The Irish Aid Representative Office in Timor-Leste is seeking to recruit a full time Project Officer with special responsibility for Gender. The position is fulltime and open to Timorese Nationals.

General Information: the Gender Projects Officer would be responsible for ensuring effective gender mainstreaming is being adopted throughout the entire Irish Aid programme in Timor-Leste. Other duties include liaising with other key Government agencies, donor organisations and Civil Society Organisations including NGO’s that are active in the respective area of Gender issues. The Gender Projects Officer will also ensure that Gender is prioritised in current and future Country Strategy Papers for Irish Aid in Timor-Leste.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate an experience of working with Civil Societies and local NGO’s in Timor-Leste on issues related to Gender. The applicant will have fluency in Tetun and English and have the ability to coordinate information and to work cooperatively and supportively in a team environment.

Further information including Terms of Reference can be obtained via email at sinead.lynch@dfa.ie.

Letters of application, including Curriculum Vitae should be sent to sinead.lynch@dfa.ie or mail to Sinead Lynch, Embassy of Ireland, PO Box 383, 12 Rua Alferes Duarte, Arbiro, Farol, Dili. Any questions can be directed to the above email address or phone 7304023

Applications close Friday 3rd of October.

Autoridade Nacional do Petroleo 3 Positions Deadline 7 October 2008


Australia New Zealand Development Scholarship Deadline 31 October 2008

Monday, September 22, 2008

Ba Futuru Development Manager Training Coordinator Deadline 30 September 2008

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AND TRAINING COORDINATOR POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

The vision of NGO Ba Futuru, established in 2004, is to transform mistrust and violence into peace and self-directed growth by supporting the people of Timor-Leste to create a positive future for themselves, their families and their communities. Ba Futuru's mission is to contribute to peace-building and sustainable human development by facilitating the psychosocial recovery of conflict-affected, vulnerable and at-risk children and youth. We seek to achieve this by developing the knowledge, skills and values of community leaders, young people and their carers in the areas of human rights, children’s rights, child protection and non-violent conflict transformation. Ba Futuru’s activities are founded on the principles of mutual learning, capacity development, artistic self-expression and the rights of the child.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The national Development Manager and Training Coordinator works collaboratively with Ba Futuru’s Management Team to ensure that Ba Futuru has adequate resources to fulfill its mission. Primary responsibilities of this position include program development, implementation and fundraising. She/he will be responsible for training coordination, staff management and office administration. This position is full-time (40 hours/week), and reports to Ba Futuru’s Management Team. Compensation will be between $500 and $800 per month, with generous annual leave, depending on experience. The initial contract will be for 3 months, with the possibility for extension thereafter.

Specific responsibilities include:

Project Management
o Work with the Management Team to design, direct, and implement projects.
o Proposal development and fundraising.
o Project development and oversight of implementation.
o Monitor programming and access results through indicators

Fundraising and Donor Development
o Development of good working relationships with funding agencies and partner organizations.
o Support all aspects of donor development, including supporting Board, staff and volunteer efforts to build individual and corporate donor relationships.
o Lead organizational donor management processes, including tracking and acknowledging donations, updating donor database, donor communications, and donor appreciation.
o Create monthly fundraising reports and other reports as needed.

Organizational
o Collaborate with staff members to produce Ba Futuru communications, such as newsletters, press releases, website, ad hoc brochures, flyers, etc.
o Work with Management Team to select new staff and to manage current staff.
o Participate in Ba Futuru community events and programs, represent Ba Futuru at outreach events, and participate in trainings, as time permits.
o Participate in evaluation and review of activities and procedures.
o Provide organizational development support to the Management Team.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

o Timorese nationality
o A commitment to Ba Futuru’s mission and values
o A commitment to non-violence
o An understanding of conflict resolution and participatory education principles
o An understanding of positive discipline issues

Background and Experience

o Bachelor’s Degree essential, Master’s Degree preferred
o Overseas education in English speaking country preferred
o Experience in formal or informal education
o Project or program development and management experience
o Exposure to non-governmental organizations in Timor-Leste
o Experience liaising with government officials and donor agencies
o Experience managing large and diverse teams, and/or community organizing experience
o Experience with donor development

Skills/Knowledge

o Strong analytical skills
o Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
o Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively
o Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
o Ability to troubleshoot, improvise and think strategically and creatively
o Ability to work independently and to facilitate collaboratively
o Willingness to work a flexible schedule
o Proficiency in Word and Excel
o Good written and spoken communication skills
o Advanced English, Fluency in Tetun and Good Portuguese language skills


TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and a resume or CV, with contact information for three references to:
Ba Futuru, Attn: Sierra James, Co-Founder. Materials can be submitted either to the Ba Futuru office in Vila Verde (on the Cathedral roundabout) or via email to sierraejames@hotmail.com CV should be no longer than three pages with no additional attachments.

This position will remain open until filled, though preference will be given to applicants who submit their materials by September 30, 2008.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ba Futuru Finance Officer Deadline 30 September 2008

FINANCE OFFICER POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

The vision of NGO Ba Futuru, established in 2004, is to transform mistrust and violence into peace and self-directed growth by supporting the people of Timor-Leste to create a positive future for themselves, their families and their communities. Ba Futuru's mission is to contribute to peace-building and sustainable human development by facilitating the psychosocial recovery of conflict-affected, vulnerable and at-risk children and youth. We seek to achieve this by developing the knowledge, skills and values of community leaders, young people and their carers in the areas of human rights, children’s rights, child protection and non-violent conflict transformation. Ba Futuru’s activities are founded on the principles of mutual learning, capacity development, artistic self-expression and the rights of the child.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The national Finance Officer works collaboratively with Ba Futuru’s Management Team to ensure that Ba Futuru is able to acquit its funding properly. Primary responsibilities of this position include processing payments, creating invoices, performing payroll and developing sound finance policies and procedures. This position is full-time (40 hours/week), and reports to Ba Futuru’s Management Team. Compensation will be between $400 and $600 per month, with generous annual leave, depending on experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

o A commitment to Ba Futuru’s mission and values
o An understanding of conflict resolution and participatory education principles
o Experience in finance management (MYOB experience preferred)
o Exposure to non-governmental organizations in Timor-Leste
o Experience in making financial reports for management and donors

Skills/Knowledge

o Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively
o Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
o Ability to troubleshoot, improvise and think strategically and creatively
o Ability to work independently and to facilitate collaboratively
o Willingness to work a flexible schedule
o Proficiency in Word and Excel
o Good written and spoken communication skills
o Advanced English, Fluency in Tetun and Good Portuguese language skills

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and a resume or CV, with contact information for three references to: Ba Futuru, Attn: Sierra James, Co-Founder. Materials can be submitted either to the Ba Futuru office in Vila Verde (on the Cathedral roundabout) or via email to sierraejames@hotmail.com CV should be no longer than three pages with no additional attachments.

This position will remain open until filled, though preference will be given to applicants who submit their materials by September 30, 2008.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

JICA Study Assistant Deadline 4 October 2008

We, NK (Nippon Koei) Team for JICA Study of the Community-based Watershed Management, are looking for persons who assist our study from October 2008. If you or your friends are interested in the following positions, please email us with a CV by 4 October. Please note that only short-list candidates will be contacted for interview in October.

Local consultant for monitoring community-based projects

Minimum requirement

a. Timorese citizenship

b. Excellent in English and Indonesia

b. Capable of writing a report in English

c. At least 5 years of working experience

d. University degree

e. Computer Competency in Email, Word and Excel


Selection Criteria


f. Academic background/working experience in rural development, forestry, agriculture and socio-economics.


Tasks to be assigned

Major tasks are to:

i) assist the JICA Study Team and the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF)in monitoring the implementation of the following types of community-based projects:

- Promotion of tree planting

- Promotion of vegetable farming

- Rehabilitation of aged coffee plantations

- Promotion of agroforestry and soil conservation measures

- Income generation of women

- Promotion of proper upland farming with introduction of new seeds

ii) assist the JICA Study Team in the collection, analysis, and translation of data/information/ documents;

iii) support the JICA Study Team in implementation of public awareness raising activities at the community level

iv) help the staff of MAF to prepare monitoring reports;

v) provide technical assistance to a/ local NGO/s and local communities who implement the community-based projects;

vi) function as a liaison office between the JICA Study Team and the MAF or the Study Team and local NGO/s when the JICA Study Team is outside the country; and

vii) communicate with the Study Team in writing via e-mail or fax.


Others

a. Salary will be offered in accordance with qualification of an applicant.

b. Initial contract is for around 3 months from October 2008 to January 2009 after a probationary period of one week.

c. The contract can be extended based on the mutual agreement up to December 2009.

d Office is located in Dili.

CVs should be sent to the following persons/email addresses by 4 October.


Any inquiries are also welcome.

Yayoi Yoshioka (GIS/Soil Conservation Sp): a6333@n-koei. co.jp

Yoji Mizuguchi (Team Leader of the Study Team): a4088@n-koei. co.jp

Ippei Itakura (Community Development) : itakura.i@idcj. or.jp

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Friday, September 5, 2008

UNDP Civic Education Training Officer Deadline 12 September 2008

Position Title: Civic Education Training and Monitoring Officer
Type of Contract: Special Service Agreement (SSA)
Duration: September – December 2008 with possibility of extension
Number of posts: One post
Duty Station: UNDP, Dili with frequent travel to the districts, Timor Leste

Project Background:
UNDP has been engaging with Civil Society Organisations in Timor Leste since 2000 through a number of projects which focused on strengthening the capacity of CSOs for enhanced governance and poverty reduction. The most recent project was a joint UNDP/UNV three year initiative (May 2003 – March 2006) designed to strengthen the involvement of CSOs in local and national development processes for achievement of the national development goals and MDGs in Timor Leste.

The new project is entitled “Supporting Civil Society Organizations in promoting Citizen Participation – Civic and Voter Education pre and post Elections” The project will support Timorese Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the design and delivery of civic education programmes nationwide in the run up to and in the period following National Elections in Timor Leste. It has been formulated through consultations with Timorese CSOs working in civic education as well as with Government counterparts. The overall project objective is to increase the institutional capacity of Timorese CSOs to deliver civic education in the pre and post election period in order to help strengthen and widen the principles of democracy and good governance, enhance participation and contribute to political stabilization nationwide.

The key partners of the projects are the NGO Forum (FONGTIL), the National Youth Council (CNJTL), the Student Solidarity Council and Rede Feto.

The key Government counterparts are DNAT and STAE in the Ministry of State Administration and the NGO Liaison Unit in the Ministry of Planning and Finance.

Specific Duties:
Based in UNDP under the direct supervision of the UNDP Programme Officer the National Civic Education Officer will be expected to:
Provide support to CEWGs in all 13 districts in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities by carrying out regular visits to them
Carry out monitoring of activities in the 13 districts, write monitoring reports in English, and advise CEWGs on the base of the monitoring
Provide trainings to the on participatory methodologies in civic education;
Attend the Project Steering Committees and prepare notes of the meetings for signature of the members.
Provide support to incoming missions.
Perform other duties as required.

Timeframe:
The duration of the assignment will be for 4 months from September 2008 to December 2008 with a possibility of extension.

Profile of the National CE Officer:
It is expected that the candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:
A degree in development, International Relations or related discipline
Additional training in civic education and participatory techniques
Preferred At least 3 years experience in the area of civic education and/or organizational capacity development, preferably at a grassroots level
Excellent English skills in both spoken and written and an ability to prepare and present reports
A high level of communication skills, capacity to work as part of a large team and good interpersonal skills are essential

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications together with curriculum vitae, P11, and relevant supporting documents to the following address:

UNDP Timor-Leste
Procurement Unit
UN House, Caicoli Street
Dili, Timor-Leste
Email: ssa.tp@undp.org copy to pedro.guterres@undp.org
Website: http://www.undp.org.tl

The deadline for submitting applications is 12 September 2008.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

World Vision International Staff Administrator Deadline 12 September 2005

World Vision International – Timor Leste

Job Vacancy Announcement

World Vision-Timor Leste (WV-TL), a non-profit Christian humanitarian organization which is dedicated towards working with the poor, is seeking a qualified Timores National to fill a vacancy position of “International Staff Administrator” for Human Resource Department which is based in Dili.

Purpose
This position is responsible for personnel administration for WV-TL international staff, international local hires, international secondment, international consultants, international volunteers and interns, and coordination with World Vision Partnership Office, Asia Pacific Regional Office and other World Vision support offices.

Major Responsibilities and Requirements

Recruitment

1. Coordinate recruitment and appointment of all International Integrated Pay Plan employees (IIPP), International Local Hires, International Secondment, International Consultants, International Volunteers, International Interns and other types of international staff. This primarily involves coordinating the requisition requirements, communicating by email and phone with Partnership recruiters, updating APRO job openings, advertising in local newspapers and churches, maintaining candidate files, conducting interviews and coordinating communication needs.

2. Coordinate with partnership recruiters regarding new staff relocation to Timor Leste, including orientation in their home country, police background check, physical exam, obtaining Timor Leste visas and other travel arrangement.

3. Draft offering letters and contracts.

4. Assist in developing and supporting the orientation program for international staff, including the itinerary preparation and HR policy interpretation.

5. Proactively monitor employment status, conditions and requirements. This responsibility primarily involves proactively pursuing contract changes (initial contract, renewals, separations), position changes, compensation changes, salary /salary increase recommendation, performance appraisals in coordination with international management.

6. Ensure proper documentation is produced, approved, and filled on international staff. This includes contracts / contract extensions/ contract amendments, Personnel Action Forms (PAF) and International Staff Performance Appraisals (PA)

7. Facilitate Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and assist with travel arrangements for Asia Regional Relief Team (Asia RRT) or other types of hires, such as secondment, Internal Office Working Agreement, etc.

HR Information

1. Understand and integrate WVTL’s vision, mission and core values into all areas of work and service.

2. Maintain in-country policy; including drafting appropriate policies through collaborative means, revision of policies, and distribution of policies.

3. Interpret international staff policies and benefits for international staff in difficult or unclear situations.

4. Develop Human Resource International Staff Administration (HRISA) database and keep track of employee codes.

5. Alert the National Personnel Unit (HR Coordinator) about service awardees and the number of international employees, consultants, volunteers and interns to for the HR monthly report.

Compensation Benefits, Emergency Medical Emergency Evacuation, and Local Pay/Payrolls

1. Administer compensation packages, payroll and record keeping of international staff.

2. Process and document locally administered benefits such as worker’s compensation, health claims, housing, leaves as per policy.

3. Assist international staff in preparing the international staff budget.

4. Ensure all leaves and benefits of international staff are recorded properly

5. Prepare repatriation liabilities of IIPPs are submitted to Finance in the beginning of each Fiscal Year.

6. Develop International Staff Budget Guidelines.

7. Collaborate with Finance team and partnership offices to make sure that all Settlement Advances (SA) are correct.

8. Process monthly local pay / payrolls for International Staff and consultants.

9. Collaborate with SOS in WVPO and APRO in the regard to Emergency Medical Evacuation of International Staff.

Other Services:

1. Provide general support services and employment assistance to international staff international consultants, international local hires, international volunteers and interns.

2. Assist US Citizens to update FICA tax report.

3. Ensure Warden System is posted on WV-TL server in “Drive J” and distribute to the staff.

4. Coordinate to obtain working visa/extend visa for International staff and staff dependent.

5. Perform other duties as directed by the HR Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. University degree in English is preferred

2. Strong verbal, written and other communication skills. Confident and proactive in communicating with internationals.

3. Good interpersonal and e-mail networking skills

4. Ability to use MS Office applications and Lotus Notes

5. Enjoys working and communicating with international peoples

6. Competent, intelligent and willing to learn.

Interested applicant should submit curriculum vitae to:

Human Resource Department, World Vision-Timor Leste: Rua Jacinto de Candido/ Rua D Fernando, Caicoli, Dili. Telephone (670) 331 2834

World Vision-Timor Leste is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply.

Closing date 15 September 2008