POSITIONS VACANT
World Vision Timor Leste, a non-profit Christian Humanitarian Organisation, committed to working with the poor and vulnerable, is seeking qualified national staff to fill the following vacant positions in Dili:
1. Design, Monitoring & Evaluation Associate Manager
2. Communications Coordinator
Applicants should submit an application letter, CV and other documents to:
World Vision Timor Leste
Human Resources Department
Rua Jacinto de Candido/Rua D Fernando
Caicoli, Dili
or
Applications are due on Monday, 26 October 2009 at 5:00pm
1. DESIGN, MONITORING & EVALUATION (DM&E) ASSOCIATE MANAGER
Purpose of the Position
The DM&E Associate Manager will work closely with the DM&E Manager to formulate and implement program/project design, monitoring and evaluation systems to improve the quality of ministry in WVTL’s areas and projects, as guided by the National Strategy. The DM&E Associate Manager will also provide capacity building and coaching to staff to help them implement World Vision’s DM&E framework, which is called LEAP (Learning through Evaluation with Accountability and Planning).
Major Responsibilities
Capacity building: plan and facilitate training activities for M&E Coordinators and Project staff on LEAP/DME.
Leadership and Management: develop and update the national DM&E strategy; develop LEAP processes and tools that are appropriate for WVTL programs/projects; and facilitate learning and reflection to improve LEAP implementation in WVTL.
Program Planning and Design: lead the process of project baseline and other surveys to inform program/project design; guide the process of project design; and prepare Business and Operation Plans.
Monitoring and Evaluation: develop Project/Program M&E Systems and Plans; lead data collection process, analysis and reporting; ensure WVTL adheres to World Vision International DM&E standards, values and principles and other sector standards as well as the mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues (eg. Gender, Child Protection, and Christian Commitment); oversee implementation of the M&E systems through regular field monitoring visits and tracking of Key Performance Indicators; and prepare mid-term reviews, internal evaluations and reports in accordance with Partnership Standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Essential
- Formal education in development management, social science or related fields
- At least 2 years experience in program/project planning and/or design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation
- Strong presentation, facilitation and coordination skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work closely and supportively within a team
- Understanding of basic DM&E principles
- Good analytical/problem solving skills and an eye for detail
- Proficiency in English (especially reading and writing)
Desired
- Degree or training in monitoring & evaluation, or program/project planning
- Good computer skills (MS Words, Excel and Access) and knowledge of data analytical software (e.g. EpiInfo, SPSS)
- Demonstrated competency in implementing assessments/evaluations, including: designing assessment/evaluation methodology, data collection and analysis tools; managing data collection in the field; and analysing data
2. COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
Purpose of the Position
To enhance, sustain and protect the reputation of WVTL’s programs, primarily by way of supplying marketing, communications and other information to the World Vision Partnership, external stakeholders, and also WVTL’s staff.
Major Responsibilities
Strategy Development & Implementation: develop and implement a Communications Strategy for WVTL; and collaborate with WVTL Managers to develop and disseminate advocacy positions.
Communications Management: work with WVTL staff to gather program information, stories and photographs; write newsworthy and impact-driven stories; update the WVTL website; compile and distribute a quarterly WVTL Newsletter; support the Program Manager in handling media inquiries, facilitating field visits, preparing press statements, arranging press conferences, delivering resources, preparing advocacy messages and disseminating appropriate situation reports.
Capacity Development: guide and advise staff in the production and timely submission of high quality communications resources such as photos, videos, situation reports, relevant facts, data and messages; and support WVTL staff to adhere to WV Communications policies, protocols, and standards.
Internal and External Communication and Liaison: develop and maintain good working relationships with external stakeholders to enhance World Vision’s credibility and influence; act as a strategic link and focal point for WVTL’s communication activities (connecting WVTL’s four offices); and participate in and actively contribute to partnership forums, working groups and networks related to communication as deemed necessary by the Program Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Essential
· At least 2 years professional experience in the development industry or communications field
· Excellent oral and written (English) communications skills and ability to translate documents into Tetum/Bahasa
· Strong interpersonal, networking and organizational skills
· Training, coaching and editing skills
· Competence in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
· Relevant formal training in Journalism, Communications or Marketing
· Knowledge in photography, graphic and website design
· High level of awareness of global and regional socio-economic, political and environmental issues
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