Plan, Program Effectiveness Team Manager, Deadline November 16, 2009.

Program Effectiveness Team seeks new members

Plan Timor-Leste

In support of its current growth, Plan Timor-Leste wishes to recruit an experienced Program Effectiveness Manager.

Plan is an international NGO that works in over 45 countries to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of children, young people and families. It has been working in Timor-Leste since 2001.

Reporting to the Country Program Director, the Program Effectiveness Manager will drive program effectiveness at Plan Timor-Leste by developing the organisation’s capabilities in program design and planning, monitoring, evaluation and research, partnership support, resource mobilisation and communications, and will support the achievement of country program goals that are aligned with international best practice. As a member of the Country Management Team, s/he should also meet the expectations of Operational Accountability, Strategic Vision and Internal Capacity Building required of a senior manager.

The position is Dili based but will require some visits to the districts and possibly overseas.

The successful candidates will have:

• University degree in social science, international development, international relations or related discipline
• Previously attended courses on and demonstrated capability in: partnership management, advocacy & networking, project management, human rights, children’s participation in development, monitoring and evaluation
• At least 5 years leading and managing integrated development programs including development of systems and guidelines on program management
• Experience networking with development organizations nationally and internationally
• Experience working in a multicultural setting
• Experience developing and writing grant proposals
• Experience working with a child-focused development organization an asset
• Proficiency with Tetun, Indonesian or Portuguese well viewed.

This long-term appointment and salary and benefits will be competitive for the right candidate.

Copies of the job descriptions can be obtained via email from info.timorleste@plan-international.org or from Plan Timor-Leste, Rua Pantai Kelapa, Dili, Timor-Leste. Applications need to be in writing, with a covering letter and a current CV, both in English, and should be submitted by email or hand, not later than 16 November 2009. Any questions can be directed to the above email address or phone (+670) 331 2492.

This position is open to residents of Timor-Leste with local contract. Plan is committed to gender equity, and suitably qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Plan takes active measures in recruitment and employment practices to ensure children are protected. The successful applicant will be expected to comply with Plan’s “Say No to Child Abuse” policy.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.