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.