Full-time, one-year contract (with the possibility of renewal). USD$1,100 per month (gross), plus other benefits.
For this vacancy we are only able to consider candidates who are fluent in English and Tetum.
Progressio is looking for a highly motivated and resourceful
individual with a genuine commitment to development, seeking to work as
part of a cutting edge development agency in an emerging democracy, with
decentralisation high on the agenda.
The Programme Officer will be jointly responsible, with the
Progressio Timor-Leste Country Representative, for the coordination of
Progressio Timor-Leste projects with all partner organisations where
Progressio Development Workers are based.
S/he will also contribute to programme development, planning,
monitoring and evaluation, and the management of Development Workers, as
well as recruitment, report writing and some communications, networking
and advocacy work.
The successful candidate should have a degree or appropriate
qualification in Development Studies, or another relevant discipline.
You should have extensive practical work experience of planning,
implementing, monitoring and evaluating development projects; of
project/programme administration and competence in financial
administration, personnel management (including staff selection and
induction) and report writing (narrative and financial). Experience in a
skill-share and advocacy setting; of working with governmental and
non-governmental actors in Timor-Leste, and of working in a resource
poor environment is essential.
Excellent organisational, coordination and project management skills;
good problem solving skills, an openness to learning and a drive for
innovation and excellence; good interpersonal and communication skills
and the ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels, and
communicate complex issues in briefings and presentations to different
audiences in an accessible way are required. You should also bring to
the role a proven ability to think and act strategically in response to
development issues; a good grasp of gender analysis and dynamics;
sensitivity in a multi-culture and multi-faith environment and the
ability to work as a member of a multicultural team; the ability to work
on own initiative; a willingness to undertake road travel in
Timor-Leste, and a commitment to and sympathy with Progressio's purpose,
vision and values.
How to apply:
For further information and an application form visit http://www.progressio.org.uk/jobsIf you are interested in undertaking this role, please email your CV and a covering letter to Ricardo Tomaz: ricardo@progressio.org.uk
Deadline: 21 October 2013
Interviews (in Dili): End of October 2013
