USD$16,608 per annum
selection criteria:
- A high level of communication and interpersonal skills that can be applied in building productive working relationships with the Government of Timor-Leste, implementing partners and other stakeholders;
- Demonstrated strong administration and program management capability including strategic planning, managing towards outcomes, financial management, risk management and monitoring and evaluation;
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of humanitarian response, disaster risk reduction, NGOs, and management challenges in Timor-Leste.
- The ability to work with limited supervision and as part of a team;
- Personal initiative, good judgement and responsiveness.
Applicants should also have the following qualifications and/or experience.
- Knowledge of aid management and development policy.
- Qualifications in a relevant field would be an advantage.
- Understanding of the Gender Equality, Disability and Social inclusion (GEDSI) space.
- Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office computer applications.
- Excellent written and spoken English and Tetum.
The salary for this position is USD$16,608 per annum for 37.50 working hours per week. This figure excludes 13-month salary.
About the Position:
Under general direction of the First Secretary, Human Development, the Program Coordinator manages DFAT’s investment portfolio in humanitarian response, disaster risk reduction and the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP). The position will require regular travel to target municipalities.
The key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including the Government of Timor-Leste, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Produce a range of written materials and policy advice including briefing, correspondence, proposals, presentations, speeches and minutes to inform activity progress, emerging issues and key risks in the Human Development portfolio.
- Manage and coordinate processes for development program design, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, financial and contract management under direction.
- Provide sound advice and support on implementing the Australian Embassy’s Humanitarian and Disaster Risk Reduction programs policy and response. This includes working with staff from across the embassy and implementing partners to support disaster resilience in Australia’s aid program in Timor-Leste.
- Support implementation of the community disaster resilience program and coordinate with the Civil Protection Authority and National Disaster Risk Management Directorate.
- Provide administrative, financial and program management support in line with Australian legislative, financial and administrative frameworks and legislation.
- Research, analyse, and draft reports that provide high quality advice on program context, policy issues, risks, new activity proposals and designs.
- Support implementation of the Australian NGO Cooperation Program in Timor-Leste.
- Represent and negotiate on behalf of DFAT in relevant forums.
- Support broader program delivery in the Human Development portfolio including contributing to the design of future phases of Australia’s development assistance.
Applications – Please respond to each of the selection criteria separately by providing examples of your achievements. The total response to selection criteria must be in English and not exceed 2 pages. Please also include a Curriculum Vitae in English, not exceeding 2 pages. The closing date is Friday, 24 May 2024 at 4.30pm (Dili time).
Referees – Please provide the name, position, phone number and email address for two recent professional referees in your written application. Referees will be contacted for short listed applicants only.
How to apply
Please send applications via email to [email protected]. Position descriptions are available on the Australian Embassy website www.timorleste.embassy.gov.au and also available from the Australian Embassy’s Security Guard. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Other requirements
Successful applicants are required to obtain a satisfactory police clearance and medical check. The position will involve travel in Timor-Leste and may also involve limited international travel.
The Australian Embassy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, access, equity and social inclusion for all employees, and in particular for women and people with disability. We welcome all applicants and encourage women and people with disability to apply.
