Monday, August 24, 2009

OXFAM, Deputy Country Director-Programs (Timor-Leste), Deadline August 31, 2009.

OXFAM

Deputy Country Director – Programs (Timor Leste)

Applications Close: 31 Aug 09

Fixed Term, Two Year Accompanied Appointment

The Deputy Country Director - Programs (DCD-P) will manage the joint Oxfam program in Timor-Leste. The DCD-P will ensure effective coordination and learning between thematic and district based teams and partners and provide leadership on capacity building strategies for communities, partners and Oxfam program staff. The DCD-P will directly input into program development strategies, provide strategic direction for the program and ensure high quality monitoring, evaluation, learning and reporting.

Experience in designing and leading high quality, integrated rural development programs and demonstrated experience in leading, coaching and mentoring a diverse team is required. Plus a relevant degree (Masters preferred) and proven success in coordinating and integrating thematic work and teams into one coherent program with impacts at multiple levels.

A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Please note that only applications submitted on our Application Form will be accepted.

To apply, find complete application information at www.oxfam.org.au, download the position description and application form below or contact:
Sean Bain via seanb@oxfam.org.au or +613 9289 9318

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OXFAM, Deputy Country Director-Operations (Timor-Leste), Deadline August 31, 2009.

OXFAM

Deputy Country Director – Operations (Timor Leste)

Applications Close: 31 Aug 09

Fixed Term, Two Year Accompanied Appointment

The Deputy Country Director - Operations (DCD-O) is a senior management position, managing the four key areas of Oxfam’s operations in Timor-Leste; Finance, Administration, Logistics and Security. The position will provide leadership and management of all four of the operations functions and will ensure that effective capacity building takes place, both internally and with partners.

Experience in a senior management position is required; including a demonstrated ability to manage and mentor a diverse team across finance, logistics, information technology and administration.
An accredited accounting degree, CPA/CA or equivalent is essential, as is extensive experience in project accounting and demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic and operational planning.

A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Please note that only applications submitted on the Oxfam Application Form will be accepted.

To apply, find complete application information at www.oxfam.org.au, download the position description and application form below or contact:
Sean Bain via seanb@oxfam.org.au or +613 9289 9318

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UNDP, Project Associate, Deadline September 24, 2009.

Vacancy Announcement

Project Title: Human Rights Capacity Building of the PDHJ Project

Position Title: Project Associate

Duty Station: Dili, Timor-Leste

Duration: 6 months, extendable based on performance evaluation

Expected start date: October 2009

Type of Contract: Service Contract

Level: SB-3/Quartile 3

Organization: UNDP, Governance Unit – PDHJ Project

Entry Salary: US$ 11,712 Gross/Annum

Entitlements/Benefits: Please obtain from UNDP, Human Resources Unit

A. Background:

In January 2007, PDHJ, UNDP and OHCHR established a 3 year project to support the institutional capacity building of the PDHJ in the area of human rights (2007-09). The project aims at assisting the PDHJ in developing and implementing programmes in accordance with its legal mandate. It is a comprehensive and medium-term capacity building effort, extending support to both substantive/technical and operational functions primarily of the human rights work of this institution.

The main objective of this project is to strengthen the human rights capacity of the PDHJ to ensure its effectiveness in developing and implementing programmes in accordance with its mandate for human rights.

To achieve this objective, the project will produce the following outputs:

Output 1: Human rights knowledge and skills of PDHJ staff strengthened;

Output 2: PDHJ’s capacity for public outreach and education strengthened

Output 3: PDHJ’s strategic networks with regional and international

human rights actors expanded and strengthened.

Based on the Annual Work Plans, the Project carries out a number of trainings, study tours, workshop and provides mentoring support to the PDHJ. The Project also provides financial support to the development of promotional materials for the PDHJ.

The Project Management is currently composed of an international Project Manager, one driver, one language assistant and the Project Associate.

Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager (PM), the Project Associate will be responsible for supporting the administrative, human resources and financial operations of the project.

B. Duties and Responsibilities:

Principal functions

1. Ensure strong overall administrative support for the implementation of the Project activities and for the compliance with UNDP internal rules

  • Assist the PM with the day-to-day operational management relating to the project;
  • Take the lead in organizing the administration and logistics for the implementation of trainings and other capacity development activities scheduled under the Project;
  • Liaise with trainers, consultants and PDHJ staff and UNDP travel on all aspects of official travels related issues under the Project activities (including booking of ticket, preparation of requisition, completion of claim forms, organization of DSAs, amongst others);
  • Monitor and manage, in coordination with the Procurement Unit, project inventory in a timely fashion;
  • Provide strong support for the successful implementation of procurement process for consultants, services and assets from its initial step, so as to ensure strict compliance with relevant procurement process;
  • Monitor and manage, in coordination with Travel and Security Unit, vehicle log, vehicle maintenance and preparation and approval of MOPs;
  • Maintain the project filing system for project staff and consultants, donors, correspondence and other documents;
  • Develop an archive of old files.
  • Assist staff and advisers with administrative issues, including leave requests, DSA, field visits, check-in and check-out, salary payments, etc.
  • Coordinate, based on approval of PM, all relevant purchases for the functioning of the PMU, including office stationary and equipment;
  • Maintain a record book and filing system of all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
  • Ensure the timely submission of Project’s documents to Country Office as well as the delivery of Project’s correspondence to donors, PDHJ staff and other identified stakeholders;
  • Coordinate the submission of documents for translation and the identification and contracting of interpreters;
  • Liaise with PDHJ Administration and Finance Direction on matters related to the implementation of the Project’s activities;
  • Collect and prepare quotations for services as required;
  • Support the entire process for the printing of relevant publications under the Project.

2. Provide invaluable support in the area of recruitment and Human Resources Management:

  • Support the PM in recruitment activities by managing schedules and logistics for interviews;
  • Liaise with UNDP Human Resources Unit and Procurement Unit to coordinate the timely issuance of new contracts, in compliance with UNDP regulations and within the allocated budget for each position;
  • Prepare the submission of requests for contracts and contracts extension to UNDP Human Resources and ensure accurate documentation is maintained for each recruitment, including liaison with selected candidate when needed.
  • In liaison with UNDP Human Resources Unit and Procurement Unit, manage project’s staff contracts (extensions and repatriations);
  • Ensure that aspects related to leave and other staff entitlements are implemented as per contract conditions and UNDP internal regulations

3. Ensure strong support for the administration of budgets and implementation of finance processes in line with operational procedures

§ Assist with budget management as required.

  • Arrange for salary payment of SSA-contracted staff and project staff on a monthly basis.
  • Prepare requisitions for any other project expenses as required.
  • Follow up on payment processes with all involved units of UNDP.Ensure timely reimbursement of staff and trainers’ travel and DSA upon arrival / repatriation.
  • Maintain a record of project expenditures.
  • Manage the submission, expenditure and reporting of petty cash and cash advances as per identified allocated budget;
  • Prepare all documentation necessary for the submission of request for payments, including ensuring a file system at Project level;
  • Assist the Project Manager with budget revisions, journals and financial reports and any other tasks as required;

C. Qualification and Professional Experience:

§ Secondary education. Certification in administration and finance desirable.

§ 5 years relevant experience in project operations management, finance and human resources management.

§ Strong computer skills, especially proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

§ Good oral and written communication skills in English are essential.

§ Previous UN experience would be an asset.

§ Previous experience with ATLAS or other financial information management system would be an asset.

Please submit your applications together with curriculum vitae and relevant supporting documents to the following address:

Human Resources Unit

United Nations Development Programme

Obrigado Barracks Compound, Building 11

Caicoli Street

Dili, Timor-Leste

Fax : +670 3312408

e-mail : personnel.tp@undp.org

The deadline for submitting applications is 4 September 2009.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNDP, Human Development Center Manager, Deadline August 25, 2009.

Vacancy Announcement

Project Title: National Human Development Report
Position title: Human Development Center Manager
Duty Station: Dili, Timor – Leste
Duration: Six months with possible extension
Expected Start date: September 2009
Type of Contract: Service Contract
Level: SB-4
Organizational Unit: UNDP, Pro-Poor Policies Unit
Entry Salary: US$ 18,276 gross per annum
Entitlements/Benefits: Please obtain from the UNDP, Human Resources Unit

Background

Under the direct supervision of Rectorate of the UNTL and under guidance of UNDP Country Director the manager will be responsible to perform the following tasks:

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensure coordination with the local partners and other national authorities and institutions involved with the implementation of the activities;
• Take a lead in all activities dealing with Human Development concept Measurement;
• Provide guidance regarding all planning, organizational, managerial and technical aspects of the programme implementation;
• Ensure and guide the preparation of annual Work Plans, work Progress Reports, etc;
• Ensure the preparation of terms of reference, identification of candidates, and arrange for recruitment of consultant inputs required by the Centre, in close consultation with UNDP and UNTL;
• Acting in close coordination with UNTL and UNDP to ensure transparent and sound accountable financial management of the Programme;
• Take a leading role in local and regional/international networking development;
• Manage staffs of the Human Development Centre according to each Terms of Reference;
• Undertake day-to-day management of the Human Development Centre;
• Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions in relation to the Human Development concepts, its measurements and the production of the Human Development Reports;
• Assist the Director of the Human Development Centre in facilitating research and production of reports, including the Human Development Reports;
• Advocate the activities and the publications of the Human Development Centre within and outside Timor-Leste;
• Perform as a liaison officer between the UNTL and UNDP.

Expected outputs
The Manager is expected to ensure a sound management of the Human Development Centre in an effective and professional manner, to promote research and publications on Human Development in Timor-Leste.

Required Qualifications:
The Manager should have:
• Master’s degree in Social Science or related field.
• 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in administrative work and managing an office.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)
• Experience and familiarity with the NHDR is an asset.
• Fluency in Tetum and English.
• Knowledge of Portuguese or Bahasa Indonesian is an asset.
• Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and have networking skills.

Please submit your applications together with curriculum vitae and relevant supporting documents to the following address:

Human Resources Unit
United Nations Development Programme
Obrigado Barracks Compound, Building 11
Caicoli Street,
Dili, Timor-Leste
Fax: +670 3313534
E-mail: personnel.tp@undp.org

The deadline for submitting applications is 25 August 2009.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

FMC Technologies, 4 Positions, Deadline September 25, 2009.

FMC TECHNOLOGIES

FMC Technologies, Inc. is a global provider of mission-critical technology solutions for the energy industry and this includes the manufacturing and maintenance of sophisticated machinery and systems. Globally, the Company has more than 10,000 employees and operates 32 manufacturing facilities in 17 countries worldwide. The Energy Production System’s engineering and manufacturing facility in Singapore is a leader in high-technology field equipment design and production. As a result of our robust growth and expansion in the Asia-pacific region, we are offering Training Opportunities in the following areas for suitable Timorese citizens:

Assembly and Testing
Training Content
• On-the-job Training (OJT) to understand the concept of and acquire ability to read part numbers and assembly drawings
• Assist on the assembly of components and sub assemblies starting from simple components such as frames and structures, valves, tools etc. Candidates learn to perform tests on assembled components.
• Candidates who show potential to progress will be assigned additional responsibility such as participate in assembly of surface and subsea X’mas trees and involve in Factory Acceptance Test of such equipment.

Requirements:
Min. US Junior High School Cert or IELTS equivalent

Logistic and Material Handling
Training Content
• OJT to understand logistic fundaments such as Stock Keeping Units, receiving and issuing of materials, computerised tracking, cycle count etc.
• Involve in the day to day operation in warehouse and logistic operations.
• Candidates with aptitude will be further trained to operate the computerised material control system.

Requirements:
Min. Pre-university US Year 12 or IELTS equivalent

Technician and Service Engineering
Training Content
• First be trained as Assembly and Testing personnel.
• Upon completion of basic assembly and testing training, candidates will be exposed to basic drilling technology, routine drilling operation, rig safety etc through self study and classroom courses.
• Candidates will also be exposed to standard operation required on surface X’mas trees and product specific training depending on their discipline of study.

Requirements:
Min. technical Diploma

Engineering
Training Content
• Attach to the Subsea Engineering Services group and will gain exposure to oil field engineering through day to day operation such as disposing production non-conformances, assist FMC engineers in calculations, design, manufacturing and testing supports etc.

Requirements:
Min. Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)

Training allowance would be provided during the 12-month training period.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their detailed academic qualifications, career background and contracts by 25 September 2009 to

The Regional Human Resource Manager
FMC Technologies Singapore Pte Ltd
149 Gul Circle, Singapore 629605
E-mail: fmc.hr@fmcti.com

(We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.)

UNDP, National Project Manager, Deadline September 4, 2009.

Vacancy Announcement

Project Title : National Adaptation Programme of Action (NAPA)

Position Title : National Project Manager

Duty station : Dili, Timor – Leste

Duration : 6 months, extendable

Expected start date : October 2009

Type of Contract : Service Contract

Level : SB-4/Quatile 1

Organization/Unit : UNDP, Poverty Reduction and Environment Unit

Entry Salary : US$ 14,472 Gross/Annum

Entitlements/Benefits : Please obtain from UNDP, Human Resources Unit

  1. Background:

Timor-Leste ratified the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in January 2007. As part of its obligations under this Convention, Timor-Leste must develop its National Adaptation Programme of Action for Climate Change. The NAPA is an 18-month project and has been developed by the Government of Timor-Leste (State Secretariat for Environment) and UNDP. It will be implemented by UNDP for the Government of Timor-Leste, under supervision and with direct involvement in implementation of activities by the Secretariat of State for Environment.

The NAPA aims to setup an institutional structure for the development of the Action Plan, to identify the vulnerability of Timor-Leste to climate variability and the adaptation measures necessary to address these. These should inform the production of an Action Plan for Adaptation to Climate Change, with priority actions clearly identified. This project will work in parallel to other projects being developed under other conventions and agreements to which Timor-Leste is now party.

To ensure adequate coordination and implementation of this project, UNDP is looking for a National Project Manager to take up the following duties and responsibilities.

B. Duties and Responsibilities:

The National Project Manager will be responsible for overall management of the project and will be working under the direct supervision of the National Director for International Environmental Affairs (NDIEA) and the Programme Officer, UNDP Poverty Reduction and Environment Unit. He/she is expected to perform the following functions:

§ Supervise and coordinate the production of project outputs as per the project document;

§ Maintain good communication, coordination with Government counterparts, donor agencies, NGOs and communities;

§ In coordination with the National Directorate for International Environmental Affairs and the Environment Section (UNDP), review and update the overall project work plan and budget allocation;

§ Participate in the preparation of TORs and organize interviews for selection of candidates for short term consultancy missions;

§ Provide necessary guidance and technical support to Consultants in performing their functions;

§ Organise and facilitate Project Steering Committee (PSC) and Project Working Committee (PWC) meetings; and any other meetings with Government Counterparts, NGOs, communities and other stakeholders;

§ Keep regular monitoring of the progress of the project and take corrective actions to ensure that the project is achieving expected outputs within the given timeframe and budget;

§ Prepare monthly progress updates, Quarterly and Annual reports to the GoTL, GEF and UNDP;

§ Supervise project personnel in conducting Administrative and Logistical functions and ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities;

§ Certify and monitor the delivery of financial and non-financial resources;

§ Ensure that project assets are properly recorded and used for implementation of the project;

§ Produce a terminal report to the GoTL, GEF and UNDP; and

§ Perform any other functions as required by the project.

  1. Qualification, Competencies and Professional Experience:

· A university degree in environmental sciences, natural resource management or other relevant academic and professional qualification.

· Proven extensive experience and technical ability to manage a project and good technical knowledge in the fields related to Climate Change, participatory approaches and environmental conservation.

· Strong background in project administration and management.

· Strong experience in organizing meetings, workshops and writing reports in English.

· Good interpersonal and communication skills.

· Ability to work as a team.

· Good organizational skill.

· Strong computer skills especially for Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Power point.

· Good oral and written communication skills in English and Tetum (Portuguese and Bahasa Indonesia are highly desirable).

· Knowledge of UNDP project implementation procedures, including procurement, disbursements and GEF reporting and monitoring is highly preferable.

Please submit your applications with curriculum vitae, references and other relevant supporting documents to the following address:

Human Resources Unit

UNDP Dili,

UN House Caicoli Street,

Dili, Timor Leste

Email: personnel.tp@undp.org

Fax: +670 331 3534

The deadline for submitting applications is 4 September 2009

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

UNDP is an equally opportunity employer.

Eligible female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNDP, National Engineer (4 Posts), Deadline September 4, 2009.

Vacancy Announcement

Position title: National Engineer (4 posts)

Project Title: Strengthening Early Recovery for Comprehensive & Sustainable Reintegration of IDPs (SERC)

Duty Station: Dili, Timor – Leste

Duration: 1 (one) Year, extendable

Expected Start date: October 2009

Type of Contract: Service Contract

Level: SB-4

Organizational Unit: UNDP, Crisis Prevention and Recovery Unit

Entry Salary: US$ 15,744 Gross/Annum

Organizational Context:

In support of IDP return and within the framework of the Trust Building pillar of the National Recovery Strategy (NRS), the Ministry of Social Solidarity and UNDP are implementing the project “Strengthening Early Recovery for Comprehensive and Sustainable Reintegration of IDPs (SERC)”.

Within the infrastructure component, UNDP is recruiting four (4) National Engineers to work under the coordination of the International Engineer in community infrastructure projects.

Under the overall guidance of the CTA-Project Manager and the direct supervision of the International Lead Engineer and the National Deputy Project Manager, the National Engineer will support the identification, design, planning, and supervision of more than 30 community infrastructure projects (about 20 Sucos in Dili and 10 in other Districts).

The positions will be located at the Ministry of Social Solidarity and will also be assigned to conduct field works in Dili and other Districts. The National Engineers will report to MSS and UNDP Management through the International Engineer and CTA-Project Manager of SERC Community Infrastructure Project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

q Conduct pre- and post project assessment surveys, including measuring sites, mapping infrastructure gaps (services and facilities) and assessing the required interventions (e.g. rehabilitation of roads and sewage systems, improving communal water access, rehabilitation of sport and other public facilities, construction qualities/building stabilities etc);

q Assist the Team in the preparation of project documents, including visual presentations for: (i) participatory planning workshops, (ii) project fact sheets, (iii) design and planning community infrastructure projects, and (iv) documentation required for obtaining legal documents (tenure certificates, building permits) from the concerned authorities.

q Work together in translating design concepts and drawings into working documents for:

(i) Tendering and contracting (Tender documents for design and build contracting, including plans, facade, volumetric perspective or axonometric views, Bill of Quantities with description of particulars and technical specifications ( building materials, quality and safety standards, special features, etc)

(ii) Construction works (Tender Documents for contracting only, including Bill of Quantities with plans, perspective/axonometric views and if required further 3-D visualizations, Detailed Engineering.

Design, interior and landscape design, with description of particulars and technical specifications (building materials, quality and safety standards, special features, etc)

q Responsible for all matters related to project design, development and implementation, including conception and civil engineering works for construction of service utilities and community social facilities , planning the implementation of construction works -including coordination with Government departments for synergic and coordinated interventions-, land preparation related works, provision of equipments, supervision of contractors and quality control.

q Preparation of documents for mid-term evaluation and impact assessment, three monthly, annual and final reports.

q The National Engineer will play a key role in the design, planning and implementation all Community Infrastructure Projects developed and funded under the SERC Project, ensuring the quality of construction materials and construction works.

q Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisors.

The National Engineer is expected to deliver the following outputs:

q Preliminary design and planning, costing and design revisions, preparation of tender documents and Bill of Quantity/BoQ (general and specific with breakdown of materials required, including specification of the required elements/objects and materials);

q Detailed Engineering Design of all Community Infrastructure Projects developed and funded under the SERC Project, including of service-utilities (water and sanitation, road, electricity) and all aspects of building mechanical engineering and energy supply.

q Presentation and documentation of all architectural, spatial planning and civil engineering aspects of Community Infrastructure Projects developed and implemented under the SERC Project.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum University degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture or related field (e.g. Urban Planning).
  • Minimum 3 years relevant professional experience.
  • Experience in designing, planning and managing building and infrastructure projects, including dealing with services and utilities (road, water and sanitation, energy supply and electrical installation, air-condition, etc)
  • Must be detail-oriented, resourceful, creative, and efficient.
  • Ability to forge effective relations with colleagues, effectively multitask, and work in team in order to deliver the required outputs within short timeline.
  • Knowledge of Information Technology/Information System (Geographic Information System, database management) and experience in using land-survey tools (GPS, etc) and developing visual presentations.

· Strong drawing and/or visualization skills.

  • Good knowledge of static and all aspects of construction works, including building and infrastructure (road, water and sanitation, energy supply and electrical installation, air-condition, etc)

· Knowledge and experience in using Auto-CAD application software.

  • Practical experience in designing, planning and managing the implementation of building and infrastructure projects.
  • Experience in interacting with Government departments and dealing with Government projects, contractors and community-based projects in Timor Leste.
  • Working knowledge of English, Portuguese or Indonesian is an asset.

Please submit your applications together with curriculum vitae and relevant supporting documents to the following address:

Human Resources Unit

United Nations Development Programme

Obrigado Barracks Compound, Building 11

Caicoli Street,

Dili, Timor-Leste

Fax: +670 3313534

E-mail: personnel.tp@undp.org

The deadline for submitting applications is 4 September 2009.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.