Multiple Long Positions, Chemonics International, Closing 28 Aug 2014

 

Chemonics International is seeking multiple long positions for the anticipated USAID funded Integrated Food Security, Climate Change Adaptation, and Private Sector Competitiveness (AVANSA) Project. The 5 year project will work to accelerate inclusive and sustainable economic growth through increased productivity of the horticulture value chain while addressing key challenges of rural poverty, natural resources management, food security, and malnutrition.

Please submit expressions of interest for:

Agribusiness Specialist- S/he will be responsible for the technical direction of the horticulture value chain development activities, including training of entrepreneurs and SME owners for business start-up and access to finance.


Nutrition and Sanitation Specialist- S/he will be responsible for providing technical leadership and guidance for all nutrition and sanitation related project activities to facilitate the delivery of improved food safety and hygiene activities. 



Private Sector Liaison/Coordinator- S/he will serve as the projects’ lead in coordinating public private partnerships to improve market linkages, improve value chains, and support farmer groups in taking a proactive role in the marketing, planning and coordinating production.



Behavioral Change Expert- S/he will work closely with the technical teams in improving nutrition behavior by designing activities to instill food safety and hygiene practices households, increase knowledge of the nutritional value of locally-available foods, and child feeding practices.

 

Monitoring and Evaluation Manager- S/he will be responsible for developing and updating the program’s M&E Plan and must possess technical familiarity with evaluation methods and standards under the USAID Evaluation Policy.

 

Training Coordinator- Responsibilities will include working with local community leaders and members to ensure community buy-in and ownership; conducting project awareness campaigns such as hosting community-level events to engage dialogue and solicit input for project activities.



Finance and Administrative Managers- Familiarity with USAID operations and systems for project administration including contracting and procurement processes.


Qualifications:

·   For Specialists, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 12 years’ experience in agriculture, agribusiness, health, nutrition, and/or value chain development projects. For all other positions, a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related field.

·   Experience managing staff  in a complex, multi-disciplinary area

·   Regional experience required, experience in Timor-Leste preferred

·   Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills

·   Fluency in English required, and Tetum language skill preferred

Application Instructions: Please submit a cover letter and CV with the position name in the subject line to AVANSArecruit@gmail.com no later than August 28, 2014. Earlier submission is encouraged.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, or genetic information.

Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), Engility Corporation

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Engility Corporation, building on IRG's legacy in international development, seeks an experienced Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)for an anticipated USAID funded agriculture project in Timor-Leste. The goal of the project is to increase the ability of farmers to effectively utilize resources to engage in the private sector to increase productivity in the agriculture sector and benefit from sustainable economic growth. To achieve this objective, activities will include strengthening the horticulture value chain, improving land use planning, land tenure and natural resource management and supporting complementary activities for nutrition, behavior change and life skills.

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will be responsible for managerial and technical support for program activities. The DCOP will also be the technical lead on horticulture and farmer training. The DCOP should be capable of standing in for the COP or Agribusiness Specialist as needed. The Deputy Chief of Party will provide leadership support and guide all aspects of operations management to ensure successful implementation in line with set standards and programmatic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine operational systems and processes; supervise all operations staff
• Ensure project compliance, and staff understanding of all USAID, Engility and local regulations, policies and procedures
• Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of reports and documents to USAID
• Provide support to finance and programmatic teams, including identifying and promoting clear communications on issues of budget management and programmatic activities, compliance, and documentation
• Ensure that internal and external financial reports are of high quality; work with other departments in the finalization of reports prior to final review by COP
• Support the COP in responding to stakeholder requests for information; liaise with other partners and stakeholders as requested
• Oversee the development of program budgets in coordination with the Accounting & Finance Director; assist in coordinating work plans
• Lead development of internal control systems
• Liaise with accounting department and project management unit for general backstopping, etc.
• Minimize fraud via active monitoring and close coordination with internal and external auditors; oversee the procurement function's international and local procurements
• Assume responsibility for asset management and maintenance
• Assist COP with duties in interviewing and supervising staff as required
• Assume responsibility for development of effective communications materials and reports for donor

This is a contingent position based on contract award and customer funding.



MINIMUM TANGIBLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or value-chain development projects; Masters with 10 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or value-chain development projects; PhD degree with 7 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or value-chain development projects
• 5 years of experience in managing large, complex donor-funded development projects with progressive responsibility
• Experience managing (as COP, DCOP or similar position) 20 or more staff in a complex, multi-disciplinary activity including ideally 2 years of that experience working on USAID-funded contracts
• Experience in USAID regulations, policies and reporting requirements
• Results oriented team player with demonstrated successes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience living or working in Timor-Leste
• Experience managing or implementing USAID-funded projects
• Tetum Proficiency

Apply : https://careers-engility.icims.com/jobs/9379/deputy-chief-of-party,-timor-leste/job

Agribusiness Specialist, Engility Corporation

Engility Corporation, building on IRG’s legacy in international development, seeks an experienced Agribusiness Specialist for an anticipated USAID funded project in Timor-Leste. The goal of the project is to support horticulture value chains while addressing the key challenges of rural poverty, natural resource degradation, food insecurity, and under-nutrition.

Responsibilities:

The Agribusiness specialist will be responsible for providing technical direction of the horticulture value chain development activities including the training of entrepreneurs and SME owners for business start-up and expansion. The Agribusiness Specialist will also lead project components related to access to finance working closely with field project staff, entrepreneurs, business owners, and private sector partners

Required Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness or value chain development projects
•  Master’s Degree with 10 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or value chain development projects or a PhD with 7 years of work experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or value chain development projects.
•  Experience managing 10 or more staff in a complex, multi-disciplinary activity

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Experience implementing or managing USAID-funded projects
•  Experience working or living in Timor-Leste
•  Proficiency in Tetum

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award.


Application Instructions:

To apply Please submit an updated CV and USAID Biodata form toIRG.Recruitment@engilitycorp.com (Note: in order to download the USAID Biodata form please visit http://www.usaid.gov/forms and select form ‘AID 1420-17’ Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet).

Nutrition and Sanitation Specialist, Engility- International Development Services Group

 

Engility Corporation, building on IRG’s legacy in international development, seeks an experienced Nutrition and Sanitation Specialist for an anticipated USAID funded project in Timor-Leste. The goal of the project is to support horticulture value chains while addressing the key challenges of rural poverty, natural resource degradation, food insecurity, and under-nutrition.

Responsibilities:

The Nutrition and Sanitation Specialist will be responsible for providing technical direction for all nutrition and sanitation related project activities while facilitating the delivery of the following: improved food safety and hygiene within households, improved nutrition behaviors, increased knowledge of the nutritional value of locally-available foods and child feeding practices; and increased consumption of diverse and nutritious foods by increasing access to locally produced nutrition-dense and fortified foods.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of work experience in nutrition and sanitation services
• Master’s Degree with 7 years of work experience in nutrition and sanitation services
• PhD with 5 years of work experience in nutrition and sanitation services
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of social, cultural, and economic challenges to nutrition and sanitation within the Timor-Leste context
• Proven experience engaging project beneficiaries at the community level on the incorporation of positive nutrition and health practices into daily routines
• Develop analysis frameworks, and programme design
• Coordinate program implementation with a wide range of people, including senior government staff and government counterparts as well as local implementing organizations
• Demonstrated faimiliarity with current global nutrition trends, such as Community-based managmenet of Acute Malnutrition, 1st 1000 days, Scaling up Nutrition (SUN) and Essential Nutrition Actions (ENA)
• Strong interpersonal, cross-cultural and communication skills
• Experience leading an implementing behavior change campaigns
• Proficiency in Tetum

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing or managing USAID-funded projects
• Experience working or living in Timor-Leste

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award.

Application Instructions:

To apply Please submit an updated CV and USAID Biodata form toIRG.Recruitment@engilitycorp.com (Note: in order to download the USAID Biodata form please visit http://www.usaid.gov/forms and select form ‘AID 1420-17’ Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet).

Administrator-Secretary, The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Closing 26 Aug 2014

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral and independent international humanitarian organization

Our Mission in Dili is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacancy:

Administrator-Secretary
Main tasks:
· Manages and executes daily office administration
· Monitors the cash flow (payments, salary and working advances)
·  Responsible for the accounting files
· Controls and records daily book keeping and prepares the monthly closure books and sends documents to the Jakarta delegation
· Calculates and pays the salary of resident staff. Ensures the wages tax is paid to the tax authority (ETRS - East Timor Revenue Service) on a monthly basis
· Manages personnel files of all resident staff
· Manages and controls the reimbursement for health / hospitalisation / accident coverage
· Supports administrative filing and documentation of mobile staff.
· Responsible for the Admin-Logistics (Logistical tasks, vehicles, generator and premises management)
· Responsible for the administration files, and mail and bordereau correspondence

Requirements:
· University degree (or equivalent), preferably in Public Administration field
· 5 years of work experience in a similar function
· Fluent in written and spoken English
· Excellent computer skills, including spreadsheets
· Capacity to treat information discreetly and confidentially
· Excellent negotiation skills
· Ability to work in a multicultural organization
· Spirit of volunteerism and desire to humanitarian motivation

What we offer:
· Dynamic work environment within a reputable international organisation
· Medical and Health coverage
· Salary in accordance with level of responsibility

Please clearly indicate " Administrator-Secretary " if you are submitting a physical application (which should include a letter of motivation, CV and copies of relevant certificates) and submit in a sealed envelope to Drew Penland, Head of Mission.  Emailed applications should be sent to dpenland@icrc.org.


Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The deadline for receiving applications is 26.08.2014. Those who applied previously need not apply again.

Senior Gender Advisor, Agriculture Development In Timor-leste

Senior Gender Advisor, Agriculture development in Timor-Leste

Terms of Reference and Qualifications

ABOUT GENDER RESOURCES:

GRI advances gender equality and women’s empowerment so that all people – women, men, boys, and girls – have equal abilities and opportunities to lead more fulfilling lives. We utilize innovative practices in adult education, communication technology, and results-based program management to achieve programs with tangible impacts for real people. Incorporated in 2012, GRI is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) based in San Francisco, California.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

GRI is currently seeking a Senior Gender Advisor for an anticipated USAID-funded agricultural development program in Timor-Leste, contingent upon funding. The Advisor would have overall accountability to ensure strategic development, delivery of project results, and client satisfaction for women’s agricultural development project components. Periodic overnight travel in-country would be required.

Timorese nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is contingent upon funding.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Oversee strategic development and program deliverables for gender and women’s programs

·         Monitor budgets, grants and expenditures

·         Serve as primary point of contact (POC) for gender   

·         Recruit and oversee international consultants and local national staff

·         Maintains collaborative relationships with project staff

·         Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual reports, work-plans, and success stories as required by client and GRI

·         Travel to field to ensure successful delivery of program results

·         Perform other duties as assigned by DCoP

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         BA in agriculture, rural development, economic development, or similar required; MA preferred.

·         Ten (10) years experience developing and managing agricultural and rural development programs for women; 15 years preferred.

·         Additional experience with food security, nutrition, climate change, access to rural finance, and agribusiness development preferred.

·         Prior Team Lead experience preferred.

·         Fluency in English required. Tetum strongly preferred.

·         Prior experience working on USAID programs preferred.

·         Excellent management and administrative skills.

·         High level of interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with all levels of staff, U.S. and foreign government personnel, members of donor organizations, funders and policy makers

·         Self-motivated and well organized.

·         Ability to work collaboratively, supportively, and respectfully with others.

·         Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

·         Flexibility and willingness to travel to difficult environments to complete program assignments.

·         Timorese nationals strongly encouraged to apply.

APPLY:

To apply, please email your CV (in English) to jobs@genderresources.com. Please include “Timor-Leste Agriculture” in the subject line.

 

  Pay is commensurate with position and experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

GRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, or pregnancy.

Education Specialist, The Asia Foundation (TAF), Closing 1 Sep 2014

Project Title               : All Children Read project

Title                            : Education Specialist

Status                         : Consultant

Location                     : Dili, Timor-Leste (travel to districts)

Duration                     : 40 days

 
I.                    BACKGROUND

The Asia Foundation (TAF) is currently implementing a 24-month, program to improve children’s literacy in Timor-Leste by developing innovative and relevant reading materials for primary school students and reading and teaching aids for teachers and parents.

Timorese children are at a significant disadvantage for obtaining basic literacy and numeracy skills; many children spend years in primary schools without learning to read. The Government of Timor-Leste (GoTL) promotes Portuguese and Tetun as the official languages, yet most children entering school do not speak these languages. Children must navigate multiple, often unfamiliar, official languages, which differ greatly from languages spoken in the home and by their teachers. As a result, children are not able to understand and learn from their teachers. Teachers also have limited skills and teaching materials at their disposal.

TAF believes that education in Timor-Leste is at a critical juncture that holds the opportunity for ground-breaking and desperately needed progress. TAF will work in partnership with Alola, a not for profit, non-governmental organization operating in Timor-Leste that has extensive experience in education for primary school students and has sound expertise in training teachers and producing early literacy resources.

The Fundasaun Alola Education and Literacy Program focuses on building capacity and expanding opportunities for women and children to access quality education in Timor-Leste. The program is comprised of three core programs: the Scholarships Program which offers long-term, comprehensive support to disadvantaged female students at secondary school and university; the Teacher Training Program, concerned with providing training and support to teachers across Timor-Leste in educational curriculum and methodologies; and the Mobile Library Program, which produces teaching tools for Timorese classrooms, tailored for children learning in the Timor-Leste context.

In 2008, with a view to improving the access of Timorese children to appropriate literacy resources, the Education and Literacy Program developed a series of Tetun language readers for children, along with bilingual classroom teaching aids in Tetun and Portuguese. The Program has further facilitated the publication of three international children’s picture books into Tetun with a view to providing a range of Tetun-language materials. This agenda of resource development has continued through 2012 with the production of 14 early literacy readers in three mother-tongue languages and the facilitation of a large scale literacy pack project which provided 75 Tetun-language children’s books to each Primary School across Timor-Leste.

In 2013, the program will look to expand its provision of Pre-Primary and Primary Teacher Training to ensure a greater number of teachers are versed in early literacy and numeracy strategies and skills to make use of related resources and facilitate learning using the children’s home language.

In addition to working with Alola Foundation, the program is also working with Institutu Mary Mackillop on Parents educational outreach. Under this initiative, the program seeks to engage parents’ further involvement in children education through empowering them with a set of relevant skills to enable them to help their children at home. Academic nurturing is central to improving children literacy outcomes. This activity complements the project’s other activities and ensure that they reach their intended goals and objectives.

II.                  Summary of Assignment:

TAF is seeking to hire a qualified education expert with expertise specifically in early grade reading.  The consultant will be expected to perform a final evaluation to the project.  The evaluation will seek to identify the impact that the tools and trainings developed under this project has had in the project sites, by using relevant available baseline data on early grade reading in Timor-Leste and data from the project’s mid-term evaluation, as well as assessing the impacts of parents educational outreach activity on perceived or real change in children education.  The consultant will present the key findings in a final report submitted to TAF and in a workshop organized by the Foundation at the end of the year which includes a series of recommendations for future considerations.

The consultancy is based in Dili, Timor-Leste with travel to at least four districts covered by the project.

The Consultant(s) is required to perform the following tasks:

-          Conduct interviews with all the teachers who participated in the training program at least from four districts (Dili, Liquica, Manatuto, and Aileu);

-          Conduct interviews with parents participated in parents educational outreach conducted by Institutu Mary Mackillop

-          Conduct stakeholder interviews and discussions about the project which include TAF key staff, Fundasaun Alola and Institutu Mary Mackillop’s key staff, Care International on their education baseline survey, and relevant staff at the Ministry of Education

-          Liaise with Alola Foundation and Institutu Mary Mackillop (as sub-grantees of the Project) to assess the impact of the learned teaching skills in literacy and numeracy strategy together with using resource in terms of changed perceptions and skills in teachers and parents, and increased use of materials as teaching resources;

-          Assess levels of improvement in literacy among children whose teachers and parents have undergone training using CARE baseline education survey to measure the impact of this project.

-          The consultant is to assess the teacher training program curriculum and the parents educational outreach activities, the effectiveness of the methodologies of teacher training and the usefulness of the resource packages in the enhancement of Children’s literacy and numeracy absorption.

III.             Deliverable



-          The consultant is expected to produce an Evaluation Report at the end of this assignment which will include assessment on the effectiveness of teacher training and resource packs on children’s cognitive ability to absorb basic literacy and numeracy skills. In addition, the report should also contain recommendations on strategies to improve the project activities and the expected impact it will have on children’s cognitive ability to absorb basic literacy and numeracy skills.

-          The consultant is also expected to present the findings of the evaluation to relevant stakeholders at a half-day workshop organized by the Foundation in early December 2014.

IV.             Supervision

The Consultant(s) will report to Mario Pinheiro as the focal point for the project.  All reports and authorizations will be signed off and authorized by the Country Representative.

V.                Duration

This consultancy services is for 40 days.  The expected date for the start of the assignments is on September 9, 2014.  Details of M&E are as follows:

1.      Week 1 and 2 (10 working days):

Working closely with the Asia Foundation, Alola education team and Institutu Mary Mackillop, the Consultant will conduct a desk review on the ACR objectives and activities. The Consultant will have access to existing documents, methodologies and resource packages that has been developed by Alola Foundation. Based on desk review, the Consultant develops questioners for evaluation to targeted schools. 

2.      Week 3-6(20 working days ): Field work

The Consultant to conduct M&E to target schools in Liquisa, Manatuto, Dili and Aileu.

3.      Week 7-8(10 working days ): Reporting

Building on from the result of the Mid-term evaluation of the project, the Consultant is required to submit its M&E report to the Foundation. The report should contain analysis of education tools develop by Alola Foundation, the teaching methodologies, how the teachers use the tools during the teaching processes, what is the impact of tools and teaching methodologies introduced by the teachers and recommendation for the improvement.  In addition, the report should also examine the effectiveness of Parents Educational Outreach conducted by Institutu Mary Mackillop. The report should be less than 75 pages.

 

VI.               Qualification

Candidates for the position must have at least a Master’s degree in early education, with more than 5 years in early grade reading and literacy.  Experience working in developing country, especially in Timor-Leste is highly desirable. Have good understanding of Timor-Leste Education sector, Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia is desirable.

Preference will be given to candidates who reside in Timor-Leste. Women are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants are required to submit their RESUME with at least three referees and an application letter to be considered for this job. The application will be addressed to Mr. Mario Filomeno da Costa Pinheiro with “Consultant for Final Evaluation” as the subject line by hand delivery or through email to mario.pinheiro@asiafoundation.org

Application is closed by Monday September 1st, 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged for further process.

Technical Experts , DAI

Technical Experts
Timor-Leste Integrated Food Security, Climate Change Adaptation, and Private Sector Competitiveness (AVANSA)

DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including agriculture and agribusiness, water and natural resources management, land tenure,  climate change, crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS, and avian influenza control. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments.

AVANSA is a horticulture value chain activity aimed at addressing the key challenges of rural poverty, natural resource degradation, food insecurity, and under-nutrition. The value chain approach will be applied in achieving increased productivity along key horticulture value chains that include vegetables, fruits, and legumes. Through the promotion of sustainable production practices, increased functionality of farmer groups and associations, improved market linkages, will aim to stimulate and support increased economic activity and growth in targeted rural communities and districts. Sustainability of these interventions will be supported by work to maintain sound policies and enabling environment relevant to the sector, as well as efforts to increase resilience to climate change and improve natural resource management as it relates to farm systems.

DAI seeks qualified candidates with technical expertise in the areas of Natural Resource Management (NRM), Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), and Nutrition for an integrated economic growth project for sustainable development of the horticulture value chain in Timor-Leste.

Natural Resource Management Qualifications (Levels 1 & 2) 
·       Experience in community based Natural Resource Management, watershed management, climate adaptation or a related technical field.
·       Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Resource Economics, or related field of study.
·       3+years of experience and proficiency in English (Level 1) and 10+years of experience and fluency in English (Level 2)

Monitoring & Evaluation Qualifications
·       Demonstrated proficiency in M&E, with specific experience in supporting complex, multi-regional activities involving coordination among multiple partner institutions.
·       7+ years of relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years of M&E experience
·       Degree in M&E, public policy, economics, international development, or a related field.
·       Proficiency in English is required.

Nutrition Qualifications
·       Degree in Nutrition, Nutritional Science, or a related degree in the agriculture/social sciences fields.
·       English proficiency is preferred

Candidates should send ac CV to DAIRecruitAsia@dai.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Communication Officer, Paz y Desarrollo (PyD), Closing 31 Aug 2014

Communication Officer

Regional Program to Promote Gender Equality in Political Participation in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Philippines, Timor-Leste and Vietnam

About Paz y Desarrollo (PyD)Paz y Desarrollo - Peace and Development - is a Non Governmental Development Organization founded in 1991 in Córdoba, Spain.  Over its more than 20 years of work, Paz y Desarrollo has put in place more than 780 International Cooperation projects and programs in 35 countries across Asia, Latin America and Africa, seeking to improve women and men’s capacities and to ensure the sustainable development of communities. Paz y Desarrollo is a secular, non-political organization committed to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment throughout its scope of activities.

About the Project:The Regional Program to Promote Gender Equality in Political Participation in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Philippines, Timor-Leste and Vietnam aims to contribute to the realization of women’s political and civil rights by supporting initiatives that promote equal participation of women and men in good governance and democracy. This project is based on three main axes: 1) Support regional and national initiatives that serve as forums for debate and analyses among women duty-bearers, rights-holders, and moral bearers, 2) Strengthen good governance, promote women’s participation at different levels of public administration, and, incorporate gender equality in the political agenda, 3) Encourage initiatives on citizenship-building which promote women’s rights to political and civil participation. PyD Timor-Leste works in collaboration with various actors: Government, Civil Society, and International Organizations. The project is funded by AECID.

Main responsibilities:Under the Project Coordinator’s supervision, the candidate will be the focal point for the implementation of the project on “Regional Program to Promote Gender Equality in Political Participation in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Philippines, Timor-Leste and Vietnam”

The selected candidate will have the following responsibilities:

-          Produce public relations materials, edit and layout reports, speeches, and other promotional material, and assist with planning, publicizing and carrying out special events;

-          Verify that all materials prepared respect PyD and the project visual identity, and that are up to a high standard;

-          Ensure a strong liaison with press to raise public awareness and knowledge on gender sensitive issues, as per project objective, and to raise awareness on PyD activities;

-          Supporting the Project Manager and the Head of Department in identifying best ways to increase awareness and knowledge and drive changes in target groups (behavior change communication) ;

-          Act as translator/interpreter when needed;

-          Act as facilitator when appropriate.

Selection criteria:-          Timorese national;

-          Language requirement:

o    Proficiency in Tetun and good knowledge of English are mandatory;

o    Proficiency in English and/or Portuguese would be a strong advantage;

o    Knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia, and/or local dialects spoken in the target districts (Manatuto, Baucau, Viqueque, Lautem) would be an advantage;

-          Academic background:

o    University background in Communication, Journalism, or other relevant field;

-          Experience:

o    Several years of experience in communication, graphic design, and other relevant areas.

o    Experience in working with NGOs or other international agencies would be an advantage.

-          Skills:

o    Highly proficient with Office Pack (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Internet;

o    Experience with other softwares relevant for communication (Adobe Creative Suite with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, etc.)

o    Excellent communication and writing skills;

o    Gender awareness and knowledge of critical gender issues, especially in relation to political participation of women;

o    Working in a team.

-          Personal qualities :

o    The selected candidate must be pro-active, motivated, autonomous and with strong organizational skills, flexible and creative.

For those that are interested in this position, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to tek1timor@pazydesarrollo.org, CC: m.madureira@pazydesarrollo.org. Please include in the object of the email: “Application: Communication Officer”. Maximum email size is 2MB.
PyD will directly contact those candidates that will be considered for an interview.

The deadline for the application is Friday, the 31st of August, 2014.

Vaga Iha PNUD

Jobs UNDP

Are you enthusiastic and committed to development in Timor-Leste and interested in a career within the UN system? (Lee versaun Tetum iha ne'e)

If so, UNDP is keen to hear from you. We have a number of well paid positions with excellent benefits. UNDP is committed to helping you develop your potential future career advancement. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Eligible female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for any of the positions below.

Job descriptions, benefits, conditions of services and UNDP P11 form are also available from:
UNDP
Human Resources Unit, Building 11
at UN House, Caicoli Street
Dili.

How to apply?

For National:
Submit a letter of application together with a CV, a completed UNDP P11 form and include academic qualification certificate. An application letter should indicate Position Title, Post Level and Name of Project/Unit. Indicate at least three of your referees, a contact email and a phone number in your CV and P11 form. Applications can be delivered to the above address or sent to recruitment.tp@undp.org
For Government employee and/or full time service candidate should attach a letter of acceptance to resign from his/her employment. Failing to submit the letter of acceptance will be disqualify from the process.
For International:
Candidates are encouraged to submit the application electronically at the link provided below along with an uploaded UNDP P11 form

If you are a current UNDP staff member, please use the following link http://jobs-intra.undp.org
Non UNDP staff, please use the following link http://jobs.undp.org.


Consultancies
Please check the Procurement page of this website for current Individual Consultant (IC) procurement notices for Timor-Leste.

Internships
For more information on internships, download the Applying for an internship with UNDP Timor-Leste document, the Internship application form and the Internship agreement form.

INTERNATIONAL
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Forms

P11 personal history form

Internship Forms

Applying for an internship with UNDP Timor-Leste

Internship application form

Internship agreement form

Checklist for interns

Contact Human Resources

UNDP
UN House
Caicoli Street, Dili, Timor-Leste

Building No. 11

P.O. Box: 008
Tel. : (+670) 331 1220
Fax. : (+670) 331 3534

Email: recruitment.tp@undp.org
        (for recruitment)
       hr.staff.tp@undp.org
        (for related issues)

Agriculture Research and Training Consultant, Dezenvolve Agricultura Comunitaria (DAC)

Dezenvolve Agricultura Comunitaria (DAC) project is a USAID funded project implemented by DAI.  DAC works to strengthen the horticulture value chain in Timor-Leste.  DAC requires a 3 month consultancy to assist with a research and training activity focused on onion production.  The consultant will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of trial plots in three Districts, supervising 3 field staff, developing training materials and assisting with training delivery, and completing data collection, analysis and reporting.  Position is based in Dili with regular travel to Districts Bobonaro and Ainaro.  Minimum requirements for the position include:  Bachelor degree in agronomy or related field; 3-5 years experience providing agriculture technical assistance; experience with agriculture trials, data collection and analysis; proficient in English and either Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia.  Interested candidates may submit their CV immediately to:

Catherine Johnston

Chief of Party

catherine_johnston@dai.com

7794-2025

Course Coordinator, Asosiasaun Defisiensia Timor-Leste, Closing 23 May 2014

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - 


COURSE COORDINATOR - Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Diploma

 
ORGANISATION: Asosiasaun Defisiensia Timor-Leste

LOCATION: Balide, Dili. (Work will involve travel around Dili)

POSITION TITLE: COURSE COORDINATOR - Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Diploma

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 23 May 2014.


BACKGROUND:

ADTL is the national coordinating and representative umbrella body for organisations of and for people with disability in Timor-Leste. The organisation was known as the Disability Working Group (DWG) until December 2013.



ADTL was set up in 2004 by five organisations interested in sharing knowledge and experiences about disability work: ASSERT, Katilosa, Klibur Domin, Uma Ita Nian Clinica Aileu and The Leprosy Mission Timor-Leste.
Since then other non-government organisations, disabled people’s organisations and Government departments have become Members. ADTL now has around 15 active Members.



ADTL’s vision is that people with disability are included with equal participation, respect and dignity in all aspects of life in Timor-Leste. ADTL’s mission is to provide first-class leadership and coordination in the disability sector as well as to uphold the rights and interests of people with disability, promote equality, eliminate discrimination and advocate for disability-inclusive development in all ADTL work.

http://www.disabilitytimorleste.org/

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) is the World Health Organisation’s best-practise method for working with people with a disability in developing countries.

In 2013 a pilot education program was developed by ADTL, its partners and the University Nacional Timor Lorosa’e (UNTL) to provide formal academic training to 17 current CBR workers. The initial year-long ‘CBR Diploma 1’ course will conclude in June 2014. ADTL and its partners are looking to continue and expand the course in 2015.

The Course Manager is responsible for overseeing planning, administration and management of the Diploma Program in cooperation with the UNTL and the Program’s partners and teaching staff.

The Course Manager will work alongside an overseas volunteer until July 2014 to develop familiarity in the position. The position reports to the Program Coordinator, ADTL at the administrative level and the Executive Team, ADTL at a Strategic Level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Coordinate the day to day administration of the CBR Diploma Program including supervising and prioritising the CBR Diploma Assistant’s work duties and overseeing (and improving where necessary) administrative processes.

· Collaborate with the Program’s teaching staff regarding the planning and supervision of lessons and ensure that the planned curriculum is maintained. Develop systems to monitor and review lesson effectiveness, facilitation standards and quality of the course materials.

· Plan and arrange regular meetings of teaching staff where information, news and ideas are shared and issues raised. Work with relevant staff to follow up action items and issues from these meetings.

· Effectively communicate with the Program’s stakeholders. Provide regular financial and narrative reports and updates to the Program’s sponsors. Ensure that all relevant partners are engaged in strategic decision-making as required.

· Help to coordinate, and participate in, strategic workshops and discussions between partners and stakeholders to identify and overcome significant issues and work to improve the Program.

· Along with the Program’s partners (both International and National) and stakeholders develop and implement a project plan and curriculum for the 2015 CBR Diploma Course.

· Manage the 2014 CBR Diploma budget, financial processes and reporting. Ensure the probity of service contracts and the efficient payment of contractors in accordance with ADTL’s financial policies.

· Develop a CBR Diploma budget for 2015 in coordination with the Program’s donors.

· Draft and finalise MOUs clarifying the roles and responsibilities for between partner organisations (including the UNTL) for 2015.

· Draft and finalise staff contracts clarifying the roles and responsibilities for teaching staff in 2015.


TERM & SALARY:

· 12-month contract position (strong possibility of contract extension).

· Annual Salary $300 - $500 per month (Salary level negotiable based on skills and experience).

· Other conditions (leave, overtime, penalty etc.) are consistent with Timor’s Labour Code 4-2012.


START DATE:

June 2014


SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential:

· At least 2 years demonstrated experience in program management.

· Tertiary level degree.

· Good spoken and written English.

· Experience in budget management and understanding of broad financial concepts.

· Experience in relationship management of international partners and donors.

· Computing skills and familiarity with MS Office Software including Excel.

Preferable:

· Work experience in one of the following fields: community development, health/disability policy, and/or education administration.

· Knowledge of CBR.

· Bachelor degree or above in business, administration, public policy, management, education, community development or other relevant field.


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply please provide:

1.     A detailed CV including secondary and tertiary education and relevant work experience.

2.     The contact details of at least three referees.

3.     A concise cover letter outlining their suitability based on ALL skills and experiences detailed above.

Applications should be emailed and addressed to adtlcoordinator@gmail.com (preferred) or a hard-copy hand delivered to Jonio Soares or Timothy Burn at the ADTL Office, located in The Leprosy Mission Timor-Leste compound, Balide, Dili. The deadline for applications is 23 May 2014. Only those candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Applicants seeking further information should email Jonio Soares, adtlcoordinator@gmail.com.

ADTL is committed to diversity, practises equality in recruitment and will not discriminate based on an applicant’s gender, race, disability, religion or any other factor. Applicants will be assessed on their suitability for the role upon consideration of their relevant qualifications, skills and experiences only. People with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Human Resources Assistant, Plan International in Timor-Leste , Closing 25 Apr 2014

Vacancy Announcement: Human Resources Assistant

The Human Resources assistant assists with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties. The HR assistants carries out responsibilities such as recruitment and induction process of new hire, HR Administration and provide a quality HR service to the staff in accordance with Plan’s Standards and complying with Plan’s corporate policies and procedures.

Responsibilities 

Indicators for Success

Human Resource general management

• Conduct the administrative work on the Human Resources management. Manage the filing of personnel information. Prepare the correspondence on the HR matters
• Manage the local database for staff attendance and provide summary report to respective managers
• Under the guidance of HR Coordinator, update the HR Information System (HRIS)
•  Prepare the contract of the consultant, casuals, temporary staff with the input from respective managers

Recruitment and induction of new staff

• Process the recruitment of new staff, including advertisement, interview and contract preparation.
• Arrange the induction process for new hire
• Do the administration of the new hire in the HR Information System (HRIS). Facilitate HRIS training/induction to new hire

Performance Management

• Understand Plan Performance Management process and policy and provide advice to staff on the process
• Gather the required information on the performance management process
• Assist the HR Coordinator managing employee training plan initiatives as per IAP and PDP
• Support HR Coordinator on review the implementation of Learning and Development plan

Compensation and Benefits Management

• Prepare the payroll master file each month, distribute payslip to relevant staff and file signed copy
• Ensure Plan’s procedure on resignation is followed in the event of employee resignation, i.e. employee clearance, final payment calculation, exit interview
• Process the medical claim reimbursement and file the medical documents in HR file
•  Update the information of dependents

Other Responsibilities:

• Carries out any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor within the competencies required by the job.
• Provides support and assistance to the CO and PU outside regular hours as and when required.

Skills, experience, other requirements

• University Degree in related field preferred - Administration, management
•  2 years experience in HR/ Administration
• Fluency in both English and Tetun
• Experience in working with people from wide range of skills and backgrounds

FOR ALL PLAN POSITIONS AND CONSULTANCIES…

• We strongly encourage applications from women and from people with disabilities
• Strong commitment to the equal rights and participation of girls and women is essential
• Strong commitment to the Rights of the Child is essential
• Plan does not tolerate child abuse. All Plan staff and consultants are selected and employed in line with the conditions of Plan’s Child Protection Policy. These include appropriate reference and background checks.
• Applications will not be acknowledged. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No correspondence or telephone calls will be entered into.
• Short listed candidates will be required to attend panel interviews and other selection procedures.

 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  25 April 2014

 

TO APPLY FOR POSTS …. Send resume/CV with cover letter and names and contact details of three referees, to Info.timorleste@plan-international.org  or by hand to , Rua Bairo Dos Grilhos, no 20 near Xanana Sports Centre, opposite CNRT office), Dili, Timor-Leste

 

Qualified Researchers, La’o Hamutuk

La’o Hamutuk (“Walking Together” in English) is an independent Timor-Leste civil society organization that monitors, analyzes and reports on the principal institutions in Timor-Leste as they relate to the physical, economic and social development of the country. La’o Hamutuk advocates that the people of Timor-Leste must be the ultimate decision-makers in this process, which should be equitable, sustainable, democratic and transparent.

La’o Hamutuk works in broad thematic areas: Petroleum dependency, Economics, Agriculture, Governance and Democracy. More information about La’o Hamutuk and its publications, including our Bulletin, statements and Annual Reports, can be obtained at www.laohamutuk.org. For information about volunteering or interning at La’o Hamutuk, click here.

We are currently looking for qualified researchers, to be based in Dili with some work in the districts.

We especially encourage women to apply.

Job DescriptionEach researcher investigates and reports on the impact of international systems and organizations, governments and other institutions active in Timor-Leste. La’o Hamutuk is a non-hierarchical organization where all staff members are responsible for program and administration work, and decisions are made by consensus. Therefore, researchers also carry out administration and logistics-related activities within the organization, including working collaboratively with other staff and advisory bodies to develop and implement the organization’s work plan.

We need people with

• Experience in international development work and/or policy research, with the ability to present and write clearly
• Strong commitment to making the development process more democratic, participatory, sustainable, equitable and transparent
• Experience as a political activist and/or human rights advocate
• Experience and knowledge of areas of monitoring cited above
• Facility in written and spoken English and Tetum, with willingness to become fluent. Portuguese also desirable.
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and creatively in a multi-cultural setting
• Commitment to share skills and help other people improve their capacity
• Knowledge and understanding of the history and politics of Timor-Leste
• Experience living and working in a developing country; interest and capacity to live simply
• Sound physical and psychological health
• Willingness to commit to work with La’o Hamutuk for a minimum of one year.

We offerLa’o Hamutuk is a small but vibrant organization; our staff works together in teams on different issues. La’o Hamutuk’s Timorese and international staff enjoy equal responsibilities and compensation, including a salary of US$600/month, with health insurance and housing allowance as needed. For international staff, travel to and from Timor-Leste and a readjustment allowance are also provided.

ContactApplications may be submitted at any time and will be considered as they are received. Please include the following:

• Cover letter explaining why you want to work with La’o Hamutuk
• CV detailing educational background and professional and volunteer experience
• Sample of your writing in English or Tetum about the development process in Timor-Leste, two to five pages long
• Contact details of at least two references.

Applications can be sent to La’o Hamutuk’s office in Bebora, Dili, Timor-Leste, or to info@laohamutuk.org. For additional information call +670 3321040.

Finance Manager (FM)-TUBA RAI METIN

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Kaebauk Investimentu no Finansa, SA (KIF) is a proposed entity of Tuba Rai Metin for its operations after ODTI permission. It is a Microfinance Organization that serves mainly Timorese women and small businesses and helping financial inclusion process much needed in the country.

Currently we are looking for the candidate for a Finance Manager (FM) Position, with the fallowing Job Responsibility, Qualification and Experience:

About the Job: S/he will be responsible for providing complete leadership for all aspects related managing financial and accounting aspects through team of over 20 persons.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Keeping track of all financial & accounting transactions and records & reports
• Ensuring compliances of all policies relating to financial management, financial controls, and risk;
• Supervise the accounting system and process;
• Ensure compliance to regulators, auditors, liquidity risks, ALM , other financial risks etc
• Ensuring following the international standards of accounting and                                    transparencies.
• Consolidate daily cash closing statements and at least monthly branch general ledgers and loan portfolio reports with accuracy and according to deadlines.
• Prepare and track annual budgets
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the CEO.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Accounting or Finance and Business. Master’s degree is of added value;
• Overall understanding and experience of treasury management;
• Proficient in Excel spreadsheet skills;
• Minimum of 5 years or more in the field of finance management and accounting in a MFI/bank
• Higher level of commitments to the job responsibilities.
• Command on English is required and preference for addition of  Tetun or Bahasha- Indonesia also.

If interested, please submit your cover letter at the following address:

TUBA RAI METIN

Avenida de Portugal, Praia dos Coqueiros Aitarak Laran Dili,

Next to the China Embassy

or send via e-mail:

Any information require on TRM, please visit our website:

www.tubaraimetin.com

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified

Thank you for your attention.

Foti Husi Website SEPFOPE

Human Resources Assistant-Plan International in Timor-Leste-CD 25 April 2014

Plan International in Timor-Leste  Vacancy Announcement: Human Resources Assistant

The Human Resources assistant assists with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties. The HR assistants carries out responsibilities such as recruitment and induction process of new hire, HR Administration and provide a quality HR service to the staff in accordance with Plan’s Standards and complying with Plan’s corporate policies and procedures.

Responsibilities 

Indicators for Success

Human Resource general management

• Conduct the administrative work on the Human Resources management. Manage the filing of personnel information. Prepare the correspondence on the HR matters
• Manage the local database for staff attendance and provide summary report to respective managers
• Under the guidance of HR Coordinator, update the HR Information System (HRIS)
• Prepare the contract of the consultant, casuals, temporary staff with the input from respective managers

Recruitment and induction of new staff

• Process the recruitment of new staff, including advertisement, interview and contract preparation.
• Arrange the induction process for new hire
• Do the administration of the new hire in the HR Information System (HRIS). Facilitate HRIS training/induction to new hire

Performance Management

• Understand Plan Performance Management process and policy and provide advice to staff on the process
• Gather the required information on the performance management process
• Assist the HR Coordinator managing employee training plan initiatives as per IAP and PDP
• Support HR Coordinator on review the implementation of Learning and Development plan

Compensation and Benefits Management

• Prepare the payroll master file each month, distribute payslip to relevant staff and file signed copy
• Ensure Plan’s procedure on resignation is followed in the event of employee resignation, i.e. employee clearance, final payment calculation, exit interview
• Process the medical claim reimbursement and file the medical documents in HR file
• Update the information of dependents

Other Responsibilities:

• Carries out any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor within the competencies required by the job.
• Provides support and assistance to the CO and PU outside regular hours as and when required.

Skills, experience, other requirements

• University Degree in related field preferred – Administration, management
• 2 years experience in HR/ Administration
• Fluency in both English and Tetun
• Experience in working with people from wide range of skills and backgrounds

FOR ALL PLAN POSITIONS AND CONSULTANCIES…

• We strongly encourage applications from women and from people with disabilities
• Strong commitment to the equal rights and participation of girls and women is essential
• Strong commitment to the Rights of the Child is essential
• Plan does not tolerate child abuse. All Plan staff and consultants are selected and employed in line with the conditions of Plan’s Child Protection Policy. These include appropriate reference and background checks.
• Applications will not be acknowledged. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No correspondence or telephone calls will be entered into.
• Short listed candidates will be required to attend panel interviews and other selection procedures.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  25 April 2014

TO APPLY FOR POSTS …. Send resume/CV with cover letter and names and contact details of three referees, to Info.timorleste@plan-international.org  or by hand to , Rua Bairo Dos Grilhos, no 20 near Xanana Sports Centre, opposite CNRT office), Dili, Timor-Leste

International Labour Organization – Timor-Leste – 5 Positions – CD 17 April 2014

International Labour Organization – Timor-Leste

 Roads for Development Program (R4D)

Re-Advertisement

Vacancy for 5 Positions of Assistant Regional Engineer (UN Salary Scale NOA)

As the received response to the original vacancy announcement of 25 March 2014 was only partially successful, the positions are herewith re-advertised. Interested candidates who already submitted their application are requested not to apply.

Duty Station: Dili (1), Baucau (1), Maliana (1), Same (1) and PanteMakasar (1)

Duration: Starting date 2^nd June 2014, initially for a period of 12 months.

R4D is the Government of Timor Leste’s leading national Rural Roads Development and Capacity Building Program, implemented through the Ministry of Public Works, with financial assistance from the Australian Government and technical assistance from ILO.

To support its five international Regional Engineers, R4D intends to recruit five Timorese Assistant Regional Engineers to assist and support the international Regional Engineers in all the aspects of their work. This includes district-level coordination and planning, the implementation of surveys, the preparation of designs and costs estimates, tendering for works, the provision of training to local contractors and staff of the Ministry of Public Works, site supervision, quality control, monitoring and reporting.

Applicants should have a university degree in civil engineering and at least 5 years of relevant working experience, of which at least 3 years in the (rural) roads sector. Experience with the management of contractors is required. Experience as a trainer is an advantage. Candidates should have a good command of spoken and written English and should have good communication skills and knowledge of computer applications. Candidates should have a valid motorbike driving license and be able to drive a motorcycle in difficult terrain/road conditions. It is expected that the Assistant Roads Engineer will have to spend 60-80% in the field.

Interested candidates can contact Mrs. Irene Teresa Vicente da Cruz (irene@ilo.org) or Mrs. Elvia Mesquita (mesquita@ilo.org) to obtain the detailed Terms of Reference for the positions. Applications should be sent by email or in a sealed envelope to Mrs. Irene da Cruz or Mrs. Elvia Mesquita (ILO Office Caicoli, UN Obrigado Barracks, (irene@ilo.org or mesquita@ilo.org), mentioning “Application for R4D Assistant Regional Engineer – Re-advertisement”. Applications should include a motivation letter, a detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae and the names and positions of at least three references. The deadline for the submission of applications is 17 April 2014, 5:00 pm. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview and a test.