Ita Nia Rai, Task Leader, Public Information and Awareness, Deadline June 04, 2010.

Ita Nia Rai, Multimedia Coordinator, Public Information and Awareness, Deadline June 04, 2010.

Ita Nia Rai, Field Office Data Specialist, Deadline May 21, 2010.

STRENGTHENING PROPERTY RIGHTS IN TIMOR LESTE (SPRTL) PROJECT

Scope of Work

Position: Field Office Data Specialist

Type of Employment: National

Duration: Short term probationary employment for 3 months; extension to long term employment may be possible subject to satisfactory performance

Project: Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste, USAID-funded, implemented by ARD, Inc.

Location:  Dili

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras e Propriedades (DNTP), this 5-year project will build on past USAID Land Law Programs to provide support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.  The project’s objectives include: 1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations; 2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems; 3) Resolving Disputes; and 4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above; 1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency; 2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations; 3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC); 4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and, 5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

Reporting:

The Field Office Data Specialist will work under the direct supervision and management of the Field Office Manager and will work closely with the National and International Land Registration Specialists and Project Data Specialists.

Responsibilities

The Field Office Data Specialist will be assigned to Dili.  The Field Office Data Specialist will hold responsibility for coordinating activities associated with the collection of property and land claims data in the District. The responsibilities of the Field Office Data Specialist, includes but are not limited to the following:

1. Assisting with processing land claims data collected in the field by data collectors: database entry, GIS editing and renaming of files;
2. Assist with preparing work plans and schedules for the District’s data collection program;
3. Assist with training field teams in their tasks including data verification;
4. Check field collected claims data for completeness and consistency;
5. At the completion of the public display period forward final data to the Project Central Office including records of counter claims received during public display;
6. Ensure that all activities carried out are sensitive to gender issues and that women are given equal opportunities to participate in all aspects of the project;
7. Other activities as deemed appropriate by the Chief of Party.

Conditions

The position will require some travel within Timor-Leste.

Desirable Requirements

-          Post secondary educational qualification Earth Sciences or similar;

-          Previous experience working in land related activities;

-          Basic understanding of Geographic Information Systems, cadastre, land survey technology and databases;

-          Computer literacy;

-                       Fluency in English and Tetum and good knowledge of Indonesian is required.

-          Previous experience working for an international organization would be an advantage.

Personal qualifications:

-                       Good communicator;

-                       Timely, professional and hard-working;

-                       Team player with good inter-personal skills.

Please submit your application letter and CV by email or hand delivery to INR office in Balide/Bebora. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to DCabral@sprtl.tl or MAlves@sprtl.tl  (+670 730 4330/+670 731 2498) no later than May 21, 2010 at 17:00 pm.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ita Nia Rai, Task Leader, Land Administration Specialist, Deadline May 18, 2010.

STRENGTHENING PROPERTY RIGHTS IN TIMOR LESTE (SPRTL) PROJECT – “ITA NIA RAI”

Scope of Work

Position: Task 4 Leader: Land Administration Specialist (Task 4 Leader)

Project: Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste, USAID-funded, implemented by ARD, Inc.

Type of Employment: National

Duration: Up to Project end based on performance

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras e Propriedades (DNTP), this 5-year project will build on past USAID Land Law Programs to provide support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.  The project’s objectives include: 1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations; 2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems; 3) Resolving Disputes; and 4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above; 1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency; 2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations; 3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC); 4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and, 5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

Reporting:

The Task 4 Leader reports to the Deputy Chief of Party and works under the administrative guidance of the SPRTL Office Manager.

Responsibilities

The Task 4 Leader will hold responsibility for assisting with start-up planning and for ongoing coordination of field operations in the Districts. The responsibilities of the Land and Property Specialist (National) include but are not limited to the following:

1. Working with other Tasks, Project Specialists and DNTPSC, prepare a field operations work plan and schedule to guide extension of Project operations to all Districts;
2. Manage Regional Coordinators responsible for regional data collection activities across Timor-Leste;
3. Working with the Project start-up coordinator and other Task Specialists, set up field offices and field teams in accordance with the field operations work plan;
4. In accordance with project and donor guidelines and policies, assist with recruiting Timorese for central office and field operations;
5. Work with the Training Coordinator to prepare training schedules and arrange training courses for data specialists, field coordinators and data collectors;
6. Work with the Deputy Chief of Party to oversee field operations and coordinate the activities of the 7 field offices;  resolve problems experienced during operations and clear bottlenecks;
7. Work with Task 5 in preparing and arranging community based conflict mediation and dispute resolution;
8. Assist with coordination of the pilot tests, and with assessing the results and refining the systems;
9. Work closely with DNTPSC/DTPSC in monitoring and evaluation of central office and field operations in accordance with activity indicators;
10. Other activities as deemed appropriate by the Chief of Party from time to time.

Conditions

The position will require some travel within Timor-Leste.

Desirable Requirements

-          Post secondary educational qualification in Earth Sciences or similar;

-          Experience working in land related issues;

-          Understanding of Geographic Information Systems, cadastre, land survey technology and databases;

-                       Fluency in English and Tetum and good knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is required;

-          Computer literacy required.

Personal qualifications:

-                       Good communicator;

-                       Timely, professional and hard-working;

-                       Team player with good inter-personal skills.

Please submit your application letter and CV by email or hand delivery to INR office in Balide/Bebora. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to DCabral@sprtl.tl or MAlves@sprtl.tl  (+670 730 4330/+670 731 2498) no later than May 18, 2010 at 17:00 pm.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ita Nia Rai, Task Leader, Public Information and Awareness, Deadline April 21, 2010.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste

Position Title: Task Leader, Public Information and Awareness

Position Type: National, FS10

Position Duration: up to 5 years based on performance

Location: Dili, with some travel to the districts

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras y Propriedades (DNTP), this 5-year project will build on past USAID Land Law Programs to provide support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.  The project’s objectives include: 1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations; 2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems; 3) Resolving Disputes; and 4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above; 1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency; 2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations; 3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC); 4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and, 5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

Public Information and Awareness (PIA) is a major component of the program and will be developed in support of all other activities.  No prior knowledge of land or legal issues is required.

Position Description:

Working with the other Task Leaders and national counterparts (including government, media and civil society partners), the Task Leader – PIA will be responsible for designing and implementing a national public information and awareness campaign to support project activities.

This will include, but not be limited to the following activities:

-          Assist with the development of a strategic plan for a Public Information and Awareness campaign;

-          Develop public information materials and messages;

-          Liaise with the Ministry of Justice, the DNTP and other national counterpart institutions and civil society organizations to coordinate the development of public information messages and events, ensure national ownership, and field-test messages;

-          Liaise with national media institutions to ensure media coverage of project;

-          Write press releases;

-          Provide materials and support to training activities, including organizing training where required;

-          Manage up to 3 staff and external contractors on a job-by-job basis;

-          Report to the Chief of Party and USAID as required.

The task leader will be supported by up to 3 staff members under their direct supervision.

Requirements:

Professional experience:

-          4-6 years of progressively responsible work experience in a relevant field (media, public relations, outreach communications), with significant management experience and ability to balance a high workload.

Education and professional qualifications:

-          University degree required;

-          Formal education or training in PIA-related discipline or other social science (e.g. journalism, communications, public relations, media) would be an advantage;

-          Fluency in English required.

-          Computer literacy required.

-          Basic computer literacy in design / graphics packages would be an advantage.  Macintosh experience would be an advantage.

-          Previous experience working for an international organization would be an advantage.

Personal qualifications:

-          Creative thinker.

-          Flexible, innovative, dynamic.

-          Able to multi-task and manage a heavy workload.

-          Team player with excellent inter-personal skills.

-          Good communicator, and able to work with people from all different backgrounds.

-          Initiative and problem-solving skills.

CONDITIONS:

The position will require some travel within Timor-Leste.

Please submit your application letter and CV by email or hand delivery to INR office in Balide/Bebora. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to DCabral@sprtl.tl or MAlves@sprtl.tl  (+670 730 4330/+670 731 2498) no later than 21^st , 2010 at 17:00 pm.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ita Nia Rai, Finance Assistant, Deadline April 21, 2010.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste

JOB TITLE:   FINANCE ASSISTANT

REPORT TO: FINANCE COORDINATOR

JOB SUMMARY:                     

The post will be responsible for processing all types of financial transactions including Data Entry, Payments & banking, using accounting package and assisting the Finance Coordinator in all areas of financial accounting and financial control.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

1. Assisting in the closing of monthly accounts and preparing financial statements for submission to the Headquarters.
2. Reconciling and reviewing suspense accounts and ensuring that proper clearance procedures have been followed.
3. Reviewing various accounting transactions, e. g., payroll, final payments, travel claims, etc., to ensure correctness of disbursements and adherence to relevant staff rules, financial regulations and rules, administrative instructions and practices;
4. Assisting in the processing of payments to Suppliers/Subcontractors and vendors for goods and services;
5. Reconciling bank statements for all funds in foreign and local currencies; Serving as Approving Officer for disbursements up to an authorized level; Providing guidance and training to colleagues as required;
6. Keeping up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines/Audit Files in an appropriate manner.
7. Performing Inventory and Property Purchase Report monthly reconciliation
8. And performing other duties requested by the Finance Coordinator.

Competencies:

• Professionalism - Thorough knowledge in the use and application of the Organization’s financial regulations and rules as well as accounting policies and practices.
• Planning and Organizing – Very effective organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and to plan, co-ordinate and monitor own work plan and that of more junior staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with deadlines Commitment to continuous learning – Initiative and willingness to learn new skills.
• Teamwork – Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Communication – Good written and spoken communications skills; ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to provide detailed explanations orally.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues.

QUALIFICATIONS: (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS)      

EDUCATION:                        College degree in accounting, finance or similar field is (relevant experience and another university degree may substitute for the degrees mentioned).

WORK EXPERIENCE:         Minimum of 3 years experience in an equivalent position. Experience with accounting software is preferred but not required. Experience working in a similar position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred. Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

SKILLS:                                 Working knowledge of English, both written and spoke. Able to communicate fluently effectively both verbally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues. Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team. Must also be able to create a supportive working relationship among all project teams.

CONDITIONS:

The position will require some travel within Timor-Leste.

Please submit your application letter and CV by email or hand delivery to INR office in Balide/Bebora. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to DCabral@sprtl.tl or MAlves@sprtl.tl  (+670 730 4330/+670 731 2498) no later than 21^st , 2010 at 17:00 pm.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ita Nia Rai, Legal Specialist, Deadline March 15, 2010.

ITA NIA RAI VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Legal Specialist

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras e Propriedades (DNTP), this 5-year project will build on past USAID Land Law Programs to provide support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.

The project’s objectives include:

1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations;

2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems;

3) Resolving Disputes; and

4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above;

1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency;

2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations;

3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC);

4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and,

5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

Reporting:

The Legal Specialist will work under the direct supervision and management of the Chief of Party and will work closely with the Gender Specialist and Dispute Prevention and Mediation Specialists.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Legal Specialist include but are not limited to the following:

Legal Research

Researching issues in relation to Indonesian and Portuguese Land Law Assisting in the development of land policy and draft land laws Writing Legal analyses in relation to the impact of the policies and law Legal research on gender issues and the law Other legal research as required

Legal Public Information

Conducting Public Consultations and Land Law Socialization in respect of land-related laws Providing legal rights presentations to the public and gender focal groups Other public information relating to the law as required

Training Support

Conducting training to Field Coordinators, Data Collectors and others in relation to land laws, property rights and ethics Other legal training as required

Task 2 Planning and Organization

Task 2 annual planning and implementation of Task 2 strategies for each year.

Other planning and task organization activities as reasonably required to attain project objectives

General Support

Provide general support to other Tasks and Project Administration as required

Applications to be sent to:

Please submit your cover letter, CV and the names and contact details of 3 referees by email and in the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Cover letter and CV must be sent to DCabral@sprtl.tl > by 15 March 2010 at 18:00.

Ita Nia Rai, Local Gender Specialist (Re-advertise), Deadline January 29, 2010.

RE-ADVERTISE JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Local Gender Specialist

Scope of Work

Position:       Local Gender Specialist

Duration:      Until Project end

Project: Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste, USAID-funded, implemented by ARD, Inc.

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras, Propriedades e Serviços Cadastrais (DNTPSC), this 5-year project is providing support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.  The project’s objectives include: 1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations; 2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems; 3) Resolving Disputes; and 4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above; 1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency; 2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations; 3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC); 4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and, 5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

As the Project continues to expand, there is a strong need continually to monitor and evaluate project activities, processes and policies for effectiveness and improvement.

Reporting:

The Gender Specialist will be based in Dili and report to the Chief of Party and the Deputy Chief of Party.

ACTIVITIES OF THE LOCAL GENDER SPECIALIST

·         Work closely with the project’s Partners to implement public information awareness activities for targeted groups of women and men (e.g. developing brochures, conducting informational seminars, participating in other outreach activities highlighting gender issues as necessary);

·         Monitor and evaluate gender-disaggregated data to determine progress toward increased awareness of gender issues of both GOTL staff and key beneficiaries, men and women;

·         Work with the legal team to ensure that the gender-differentiated concerns of men and women with respect to fair and equitable property rights, access, and control of land are adequately identified and addressed within relevant legal frameworks;

·         Provide advice and support to the GOTL in the context of developing institutional capacity to address gender equity in legislative reform;

·         Work with key personnel in the development of processes that ensure men’s and women’s land and property rights in the land claims/land administration process are recognized and appropriately acknowledged and protected;

·         Work with key personnel to ensure that processes developed in the context of conflict prevention, mediation and reconciliation appropriately target and support disadvantaged groups (in particular, the rights of women);

·         Do all other reasonable things required to integrate and mainstream gender within the above Tasks.

CONDITIONS

The work station for this position is Dili. However, regular travels to the assigned district(s) will be required.

Desirable Requirements:

• Post secondary educational qualification;
• Experience working in related Gender activities;
• Strong planning, analysis and report writing skills;
• Fluency in Tetum and good knowledge of Indonesian is required; English fluency will be an asset;
• Computer literacy required;
• Previous experience working for an international organization would be an advantage.

Personal qualifications:

-          Good communicator;

-          Timely, professional and hard working;

-          Team player with good inter-personal skills.

To be considered, candidates must be Timor-Leste nationals with excellent verbal communication skills in Tetum and Indonesian, and be proficient in English.  

Please submit your application letter and CV by email. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to MAlves@sprtl.tl/DCabral@sprtl.tl on January, 29, 2010 at 17:00.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ita Nia Rai, Local Gender Specialist, Deadline 14, 2010.

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Local Gender Specialist

Scope of Work

Position:       Local Gender Specialist

Duration:      Until Project end

Project: Strengthening Property Rights in Timor-Leste, USAID-funded, implemented by ARD, Inc.

Project Background:

Working in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice and the Direcção Nacional de Terras, Propriedades e Serviços Cadastrais (DNTPSC), this 5-year project is providing support to the Government of Timor-Leste in the area of land and property.  The project’s objectives include: 1) Strengthening Policy, Law and Regulations; 2) Developing Land Administration and Information Systems; 3) Resolving Disputes; and 4) Increasing Public Awareness.

The Project comprises 5 tasks in the pursuit of the objectives noted above; 1) Public Information Awareness / Increased Transparency; 2) Land Policy Laws and Implementing Regulations; 3) Support to a National Land Commission (NLC); 4) Land Administration (Cadastral, Registration and Land Titling System); and, 5) Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Processes for Competing Claims to Land.

As the Project continues to expand, there is a strong need continually to monitor and evaluate project activities, processes and policies for effectiveness and improvement.

Reporting:

The Gender Specialist will be based in Dili and report to the Chief of Party and the Deputy Chief of Party.

ACTIVITIES OF THE LOCAL GENDER SPECIALIST

·         Work closely with the project’s Partners to implement public information awareness activities for targeted groups of women and men (e.g. developing brochures, conducting informational seminars, participating in other outreach activities highlighting gender issues as necessary);

·         Monitor and evaluate gender-disaggregated data to determine progress toward increased awareness of gender issues of both GOTL staff and key beneficiaries, men and women;

·         Work with the legal team to ensure that the gender-differentiated concerns of men and women with respect to fair and equitable property rights, access, and control of land are adequately identified and addressed within relevant legal frameworks;

·         Provide advice and support to the GOTL in the context of developing institutional capacity to address gender equity in legislative reform;

·         Work with key personnel in the development of processes that ensure men’s and women’s land and property rights in the land claims/land administration process are recognized and appropriately acknowledged and protected;

·         Work with key personnel to ensure that processes developed in the context of conflict prevention, mediation and reconciliation appropriately target and support disadvantaged groups (in particular, the rights of women);

·         Do all other reasonable things required to integrate and mainstream gender within the above Tasks.

CONDITIONS

The work station for this position is Dili. However, regular travels to the assigned district(s) will be required.

Desirable Requirements:

• Post secondary educational qualification;
• Experience working in related Gender activities;
• Strong planning, analysis and report writing skills;
• Fluency in Tetum and good knowledge of Indonesian is required; English fluency will be an asset;
• Computer literacy required;
• Previous experience working for an international organization would be an advantage.

Personal qualifications:

-          Good communicator;

-          Timely, professional and hard working;

-          Team player with good inter-personal skills.

To be considered, candidates must be Timor-Leste nationals with excellent verbal communication skills in Tetum and Indonesian, and be proficient in English.  

Please submit your application letter and CV by email. In the subject line, refer to the job title of the position. Application and CV must be sent to MAlves@sprtl.tl/DCabral@sprtl.tl on January, 6 14, 2010 at 17:00.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ita Nia Rai is an equal opportunity employer.  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.