About World Vision
With over 75 years of global experience, World Vision is committed to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, we serve children of all backgrounds—even in the most challenging environments. Join our 31,000+ staff across nearly 100 countries and be part of transforming the life stories of vulnerable children.
Position Details
- Contract Type: Local – Fixed Term - Full-Time
- Location: Baucau
Key Responsibilities
1. Promote Transformational Development in Communities
- Facilitate understanding of World Vision's Transformational Development approach among community stakeholders using culturally appropriate language
- Respond respectfully to community inquiries and concerns
- Build trust by demonstrating respect, inclusiveness, fairness, and cultural sensitivity
- Engage in local events while upholding World Vision's identity and reputation
2. Apply Transformational Development Principles
- Actively listen to community members—especially vulnerable children—to understand their needs, priorities, and challenges
- Facilitate inclusive community consultations and planning processes
- Conduct community assessments (WASH and DRR) following the Critical Path approach
- Promote participation of vulnerable groups, ensuring their voices are heard
- Empower communities with knowledge, skills, and confidence to drive change
- Promote inclusion of women, girls, people with disabilities, and minorities
- Build partnerships based on equity, transparency, and mutual benefit
- Strengthen partner capacity and support advocacy efforts where appropriate
- Continuously adapt programs based on community feedback and learning
3. Strengthen Sustainability of Program Outcomes
- Promote local ownership of development initiatives
- Encourage communities to leverage their own resources and capabilities
- Strengthen family and community relationships, including engagement with faith leaders
- Address harmful social norms where relevant
- Build resilience to shocks and stresses
- Enhance social accountability mechanisms to improve public services
- Support community engagement with decision-makers for systemic change
- Develop local partners' capacity to sustain impact beyond program closure
4. Relationship Building
- Practice incarnational living in line with World Vision values
- Build strong, trust-based relationships within communities
- Conduct stakeholder and social network analysis to strengthen partnerships
5. Monitoring & Evaluation
- Support implementation of monitoring systems in line with WV guidelines
- Track and evaluate program effectiveness
- Assist in data collection, reporting, and learning processes with the M&E team
6. General Responsibilities
- Participate in chapel services and devotional meetings
- Support visits from sponsors, donors, and WV staff
- Assist in emergency and disaster response activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
Experience
- Experience in community development, facilitation, or related fields
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in agriculture and/or forestry programming
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Education & Skills
- Background in agriculture, forestry, or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Understanding of community development principles and practices
Language
- Fluency in Tetum or a local language
- Basic English (preferred but optional)
Why Join Us?
Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values faith, collaboration, and transformation, and contribute to lasting change in the lives of children and communities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send their application via Workday System by clicking the following link: Search for Jobs
Application via email or hardcopy will be dismissed.
World Vision Timor-Leste applies the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with WV Timor-Leste's work. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.
