Legal Adviser to PlenaryUnited Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a Project of UNDP support to strengthen the institutional capacity of the National Parliament RDTL.
Closing date: 27 Aug 2010
Location: Timor-Leste - Dili
TERMS OF REFERENCE
I. Profile of the Post
Projec: Parliament Project
Title: Legal Advisor to Plenary
Type of Contract : Letter of Agreement Between the National Parliament and UNDP
Location: Dili, Timor-Leste (Based at the National Parliament RDTL)
Duration: 9 Months
Desirable Starting Date: 1st October 2010.
II. Organizational Context
Timor-Leste became independent in 2002. A democratic semi-presidential governance system based upon separation of powers and mutual cooperation of the institutions of state was developed.
The National Parliament is the cornerstone of the democratic system and good governance. It is currently comprised of 65 members. It is headed by the President of the National Parliament. Nine political parties have constituted in their benches. Detailed parliamentary scrutiny of legislation and government actions is delegated to 9 standing committees of multi-party composition. The parliamentarians are supported in their work by a Secretariat of approximately 81 staffs which is headed by a Secretary General with a category of 66 permanent staffs and 15 temporary staffs. The Secretariat is divided into three directorates and 12 divisions of which assume responsibility for work in the general areas of Finance and Administration, Plenary support, Committee support, and library and documentation functions, communications and public relations, and Information, communications and technology. This organizational structure is under establishment and functioning following the new 2008 Administrative and Service Law of the Parliament (LOFAP).
The National Parliament was established from scratch in a setting of largely inexperienced parliamentarians; an acute shortage of skilled personnel and significant language barriers. Systems and processes are in the early stages in some cases and non-existent in others. Achievements are not yet consolidated and many challenges can only be overcome with long-term assistance. UNDP has supported the growth of the legislature since 2003. The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a revision of the previous project of 2006-08 extended to 2009, comprises comprehensive capacity-development interventions in five strategic areas: oversight capacity; legislative support; democratic representation, transparency and accessibility; strengthening parliamentary administration and secretariat functions, and gender mainstreaming. The overall objective of the project is to develop the institutional capacities that allow the parliament to fully and effectively perform its constitutional mandate and to lay down exit strategies for nationals to take over internationals role in the near future.
Under the framework of the UNDP - National Parliament Project 2006-2009 and continued to Parliament Project 2010-2013, an additional Letter of Agreement between UNDP Timor-Leste and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste signed to put in practice the Parliament is pursuing the objectives of improving its institutional and human resources capacity with the objective of strengthening its efficiency, independence and effectiveness.
Legislative support is one of the main components of the project, requires more attention as the needs and the dynamic of the work of the Parliament is increasing. The UNDP Parliament Project has been focusing its support in this area on strengthening the functioning of the Committees, Plenary and the Office of the President with advisory support and capacity building. To accommodate the increasing demands in the area of plenary support, an additional legal adviser is, therefore, required to be recruited.
III. Functions/Key Results Expected
The National Parliament has delegated direct supervision of the Legal Advisor to Plenary to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project with indirect supervision of the Secretary General of the National Parliament of Timor-Lestee. The Legal Adviser to Plenary will perform the following functions:
Summary of Key Functions:
1. Provision of advisory support to legislative processes and oversight role of the Parliament in the Plenary;
2. Provision of capacity-development to the Division of Plenary Support of the Secretariat of the National Parliament RDTL;
3. Other tasks Relevant to UNDP Parliament Project;
1 Provision of advisory support to legislative processes and oversight role of the Parliament in the Plenary:
- To provide advice during plenary debates to ensure compliance with the Constitutional matters, Rules of Procedures of the National Parliament and all the relevant legislation in Timor-Leste;
- In collaboration with the other legal team of the project, conduct research, analyze draft bills, prepare legal opinion, propose and prepare amendments, and provide advice on best practices on bills under discussions at plenary;
- To prepare Minutes of the Plenary debates and of the approved decisions;
- To support the Plenary Support division to work with the Communications, Public Relations, and Civic Education division of the secretariat of the National Parliament in ensuring publication of the results of Plenary debates of the Parliament;
- To prepare guidelines of plenary debates of bills under discussions and propose for approval;
- To prepare agenda of Plenary Debates in consultation with the Senior Legal Adviser and the Office of the President of the Parliament;
- To support coordination with other parliamentary bodies and staffs as required to ensure proper workflows on matters related to the competences of the Plenary Support Division of the National Parliament;
- To inform MPs with best practices on the role and functions of Members particularly those pertinent to plenary;
- In collaboration with the other legal team member and in coordination with the legal team leader;
- To provide legal research and analysis to support Parliament in assessing government performance against national goals (National Socio-economic development plan, National Priorities and Millennium Development Goals):
2. Provision of capacity-development to the Division of Plenary Support of the Secretariat of the National Parliament RDTL:
- To provide advisory support to the division of Plenary Support of the National Parliament in the organization of Extraordinary Plenary Sessions;
- To provide advisory support and strengthen the capacity of the division of Plenary Support in:
o establishment of internal division work flows;
o train the staffs to understand legal and para-legal matters;
o develop a data-base and train the staffs of the division to regularly update it with the delivery of plenary;
o advise the head of division to ensure the staffs are regularly update the delivery of plenary;
o to advise the head of division to work closely with the communications and public relations division to;
- To provide advisory support to the division on administrative and logistical matters related to the work of plenary;
- To support the division to prepare and deliver its Annual Work Plan;
- To identify capacity gaps of the division of Plenary Support and provide recommendations to Human Resource division for training of staffs and recruitment of new staffs as the Administrative and Service Act of the National Parliament.
3. Other Tasks Relevant to UNDP Parliament Project:
- To prepare and submit regular reports to UNDP through Project Manager Parliament Project including compliance with monitoring and evaluation requirements: adviser log, quarterly report, annual report, and ad-hock inputs to Project reports;
- To provide inputs to Project Work Plans relevant to his/her portfolio;
- To participate in Project Meetings/workshops: Monthly meeting, team meeting, mid-term review meeting, and annual review meeting;
- To undertake relevant works whenever required by the Project Manager.
IV. Expected Results:
- Weekly Adviser log, minutes of plenary outputs, quarterly reports, and annual reports;
- Manuals and procedures of workflows of the division of plenary support;
- Legal opinions of the analysis, including amendments to the bills under discussions;
- reports of the analysis in assessing government performance against national goals (National Socio-economic development plan, National Priorities and Millennium Development Goals);
- Capacity building activities to the division of plenary support;
- Guidelines for plenary debates on bills under discussions;
VI. Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in law.
- Master is an advantage.
Experience
- Five years of experience at the national or international level in legal in civil law. Parliamentary support, particularly support to plenary, is an advantage;
- Experience in providing advisory services and mentoring;
- Experience in post-conflict situations/developing countries;
- Knowledge of international human rights standards and instruments.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in Portuguese. Mastery of English. Knowledge of Tetum or/and Bahasa Indonesia will be an asset;
How to apply
Please submit your applications letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal* ; P11 forms to:
Joao Pereira
Project Manager
Parliament Project
UNDP Timor-Leste
+670 7276041
joao.pereira@undp.org
*Financial proposal should include cost of the cheapest airfare on economy class from place of departure to Dili and return. Reimbursement of airfare will be paid on actual cost incurred.
The deadline for submitting applications is 27 August 2010
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Reference Code: RW_88D59Y-4
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Legal Drafters Training CoordinatorUnited Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Parliament Project, UNDP-National Parliament, RDTL.
Closing date: 27 Aug 2010
Location: Timor-Leste
TERMS OF REFERENCE
I. Profile of the Post
Project: Parliament Project
Title: Legal Drafters Training Coordinator
Type of Contract: Letter of Agreement Between the National Parliament and UNDP
Location: Timor-Leste (Dili)
Duration: 1 year
Desirable Starting Date: 1 October 2010
II. Organizational Context
Timor-Leste became independent in 2002. A democratic semi-presidential governance system based upon separation of powers and mutual cooperation of the institutions of state was developed.
The National Parliament is the cornerstone of the democratic system and good governance. It is currently comprised of 65 members. It is headed by the President of the National Parliament. Nine political parties have constituted in their benches. Detailed parliamentary scrutiny of legislation and government actions is delegated to 9 standing committees of multi-party composition. The parliamentarians are supported in their work by a Secretariat of approximately 81 staffs which is headed by a Secretary General with a category of 66 permanent staffs and 15 temporary staffs. The Secretariat is divided into three directorates and 12 divisions of which assume responsibility for work in the general areas of Finance and Administration, Plenary support, Committee support, and library and documentation functions, communications and public relations, and Information, communications and technology. This organizational structure is under establishment and functioning following the new 2008 Administrative and Service Law of the Parliament (LOFAP).
The National Parliament was established from scratch in a setting of largely inexperienced parliamentarians; an acute shortage of skilled personnel and significant language barriers. Systems and processes are in the early stages in some cases and non-existent in others. Achievements are not yet consolidated and many challenges can only be overcome with long-term assistance. UNDP has supported the growth of the legislature since 2003. The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a revision of the previous project of 2006-08 extended to 2009, and comprises comprehensive capacity-development interventions in five strategic areas: oversight capacity; legislative support; democratic representation, transparency and accessibility; strengthening parliamentary administration and secretariat functions, and gender mainstreaming. The overall objective of the project is to develop the institutional capacities that allow the parliament to fully and effectively perform its constitutional mandate and to lay down exit strategies for nationals to take over internationals role in the near future.
Under the framework of the UNDP National Parliament Project 2006-2009 and continued to Parliament Project 2010-2013 an additional Letter of Agreement between UNDP Timor-Leste and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste signed to put in practice the Parliament is pursuing the objectives of improving its institutional and human resources capacity with the objective of strengthening its efficiency, independence and effectiveness. The Letter of Agreement provides for capacity building of Timorese with different areas of expertise relevant to the work of the Parliament to be trained by the project and further absorbed into the structure of the Parliament.
Legislative Support is a core component of the UNDP Parliament Project. The establishment of a Bureau for Technical Support Services (BTSS) inclusive of capacity building/training of National Legal Drafters/Analysts within the National Parliament was envisaged in the recommendations of the project mid-term evaluation mission conducted in January 2008 and is projected to be commenced in 2009. The Parliament has recently created the Directorate of Research and Technical Information, through the newly approved Parliamentary Administration Law (December 2008). A legal training programme for National Legal Drafters/Analysts has been agreed upon between the UNDP National Parliament Project and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste, including the recruitment of international trainers for the accomplishment of the task.
The implementation of the Legal Drafters training programme will complete its first year programme in Bahasa Indonesian in September this year. For further training, it requires a coordinator to perform primary responsibilities of the implementation of the programme. It also requires a coordinator to perform direct supervision to the training staff, both the Assistant Trainers and the Trainees and provide update to the National Parliament and UNDP.
III. Functions/Key Results Expected
The National Parliament has delegated direct supervision of the Legal Drafting Training Coordinator to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project with indirect supervision by the Secretary General of the National Parliament of Timor-Leste. The Legal Drafters Training Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Summary of Key Functions:
1.Design, development and implementation of training for the legal Drafters of the National Parliament;
2.Conduct examinations and evaluations of the trainees of Legal Drafting Training Programme;
3.Coordinate with the Judiciary Training Center of Ministry of Justice on the implementation of all training programmes of the Legal Drafting Training Programme of the National Parliament;
4.Effectively manage the legal Drafting Training Programme of the National Parliament;
5.Develop and implement a strategy for the Nationalization of Legal Advisers in the National Parliament
1.Ensures the design, development and implementation of curricula and summaries, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Design, develop, and consolidate curricula and summaries for the training programme with the Legal Training Center and according to the Parliament Project Document and policies set by Project Steering Committee of the UNDP Parliament Project
- Implement comprehensive training programmes, design materials and lesson plans.
- Adapt training curricula according to the policies set by the Project Steering Committee of the Parliament Project.
- Transfer skills and theoretical knowledge to students.
- Apply global best practices in the implementation of the training;
- Perform teaching functions and guidance to the trainees in practicing legal research skills during the training programme, including editing of the works of the students;
- Supervise the trainees’ work, review their performance, and evaluate their achievements.
2.Ensures examinations and evaluations of students are conducted focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Prepare, organize and conduct regular examinations, evaluations and other activities related to the training as required.
- Ensure that graduated students have the required level of competency to assume Legal Drafting/Analyst functions, according to the Rules of Procedures of the National Parliament RDTL and in compliance with the Law in the country.
3.Ensures the coordination of all courses of the Legal Drafting Training Programme, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Coordinate all envisaged courses, including management of lecturers and resources
- Ensure access of the legal drafters of the National Parliament to resources and facilities of the Legal Training Centre.
- Share with UNDP and Parliament document lessons learned and use input for continual improvement and development of courses.
- Coordinate with the UNDP Parliament Project Advisers to develop a mentoring strategy for legal Drafters
4.Ensures effective programme management focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Ensure strategic management of the Legal Drafting Training Programme for legal drafters of the Parliament;
- Supervise, provide leadership and strategic guidance to the trainees and evaluate their performance in jointly with the LTC team.
- Establish guidelines and reporting standards for monitoring and evaluation of activities, in agreement with Programme Management.
- Prepare and submit regular activity progress reports to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project;
- Participate in the regular UNDP Parliament Project Staff meetings;
- To provide regular updates on the progress of the training programme to the Secretary General of the National Parliament, the Mesa, and the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project;
5.Ensures strategy is developed and implemented for the Nationalization, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- To assess impact of the first year legal drafters training programme and design a new three years strategy for further Legal Drafting Training Programme;
- Ensure that Legal Drafters abide by the National Parliament and code of ethics;
- Advise on the development of a strategy aiming at the nationalization of the Legal Drafters Team of the National Parliament, which involves scaling down the number of international advisors after 2013.
- Establish synergies and partnerships with national legal institutions and with the Timor-Leste Faculty of Law and international institutions mainly of CPLP members for the development and implementation of trainings and seminars.
IV. Expected Results:
- Strategy Paper for October 2010 to December 2012 Legal Drafting Training Programme;
- Curriculum for the October 2010 to December 2012 Legal Drafting Training Programme
- Definitive Weekly and Monthly Schedule of the Legal Drafters training programme;
- Regular training progress reports (Weekly Log, Quarterly Reports, and annual reports of the Legal Drafters training implementation);
- Teaching-Learning Materials of the Legal Drafters training programme;
- Reports of Evaluation of the Legal Drafting.
V. Competencies
1. Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modelling the National Parliament’s values and ethical standards
- To comply with national laws and are subject to Code of Conduct for the Advisers/Technical Specialist to the National Parliament of Timor-Leste;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treats all people fairly without favouritism.
2. Functional Competencies:
- Excellent coordination and management skills;
- Solid knowledge of legal and parliamentary role and functions of civil law system;
- Able to develop comprehensive training programmes for parliament legal drafters/analysts;
- Able to deliver formal legal drafters/analyst training of the National Parliament;
- Able to building the capacity of the Legal Drafters/analysts that can enable them to change behaviour/attitudes;
- Able to build the capacity of the Legal Drafters/analysts for self-management;
- Strong negotiating and managerial skills to be able to work both independently and as a coordinator of a team;
- Excellent interpersonal, intercultural and networking with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships;
3. Behavioural Competencies:
- Team player with effective interpersonal skills;
- Facilitation skills;
- Energetic, positive and constructive attitude;
- Very good oral and communication skills
VI. Recruitment Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in law or related area. Master is an advantage.
Experience:
- Five years of experience at the national or international level in law. Experience as a legal training coordinator in a civil law system is an advantage;
- Experience in undertaking legal drafting and reviews;
- Experience in coordinating, designing and implementing training programmes for Legal Drafters/Analyst for government/Parliament;
- Teaching Experience in Law at University;
- Experience in providing advisory services and mentoring;
- Experience in post-conflict situations/developing countries;
- Knowledge of international human rights standards and instruments.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in Portuguese. Mastery of English, knowledge of Tetum or/
and Bahasa Indonesia will be an asset
How to apply
Vacancies Contact
Please submit your applications letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal*; P11 forms to:
Joao Pereira
Legal Adviser to PlenaryUnited Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a Project of UNDP support to strengthen the institutional capacity of the National Parliament RDTL.
Closing date: 27 Aug 2010
Location: Timor-Leste - Dili
TERMS OF REFERENCE
I. Profile of the Post
Projec: Parliament Project
Title: Legal Advisor to Plenary
Type of Contract : Letter of Agreement Between the National Parliament and UNDP
Location: Dili, Timor-Leste (Based at the National Parliament RDTL)
Duration: 9 Months
Desirable Starting Date: 1st October 2010.
II. Organizational Context
Timor-Leste became independent in 2002. A democratic semi-presidential governance system based upon separation of powers and mutual cooperation of the institutions of state was developed.
The National Parliament is the cornerstone of the democratic system and good governance. It is currently comprised of 65 members. It is headed by the President of the National Parliament. Nine political parties have constituted in their benches. Detailed parliamentary scrutiny of legislation and government actions is delegated to 9 standing committees of multi-party composition. The parliamentarians are supported in their work by a Secretariat of approximately 81 staffs which is headed by a Secretary General with a category of 66 permanent staffs and 15 temporary staffs. The Secretariat is divided into three directorates and 12 divisions of which assume responsibility for work in the general areas of Finance and Administration, Plenary support, Committee support, and library and documentation functions, communications and public relations, and Information, communications and technology. This organizational structure is under establishment and functioning following the new 2008 Administrative and Service Law of the Parliament (LOFAP).
The National Parliament was established from scratch in a setting of largely inexperienced parliamentarians; an acute shortage of skilled personnel and significant language barriers. Systems and processes are in the early stages in some cases and non-existent in others. Achievements are not yet consolidated and many challenges can only be overcome with long-term assistance. UNDP has supported the growth of the legislature since 2003. The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a revision of the previous project of 2006-08 extended to 2009, comprises comprehensive capacity-development interventions in five strategic areas: oversight capacity; legislative support; democratic representation, transparency and accessibility; strengthening parliamentary administration and secretariat functions, and gender mainstreaming. The overall objective of the project is to develop the institutional capacities that allow the parliament to fully and effectively perform its constitutional mandate and to lay down exit strategies for nationals to take over internationals role in the near future.
Under the framework of the UNDP - National Parliament Project 2006-2009 and continued to Parliament Project 2010-2013, an additional Letter of Agreement between UNDP Timor-Leste and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste signed to put in practice the Parliament is pursuing the objectives of improving its institutional and human resources capacity with the objective of strengthening its efficiency, independence and effectiveness.
Legislative support is one of the main components of the project, requires more attention as the needs and the dynamic of the work of the Parliament is increasing. The UNDP Parliament Project has been focusing its support in this area on strengthening the functioning of the Committees, Plenary and the Office of the President with advisory support and capacity building. To accommodate the increasing demands in the area of plenary support, an additional legal adviser is, therefore, required to be recruited.
III. Functions/Key Results Expected
The National Parliament has delegated direct supervision of the Legal Advisor to Plenary to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project with indirect supervision of the Secretary General of the National Parliament of Timor-Lestee. The Legal Adviser to Plenary will perform the following functions:
Summary of Key Functions:
1. Provision of advisory support to legislative processes and oversight role of the Parliament in the Plenary;
2. Provision of capacity-development to the Division of Plenary Support of the Secretariat of the National Parliament RDTL;
3. Other tasks Relevant to UNDP Parliament Project;
1 Provision of advisory support to legislative processes and oversight role of the Parliament in the Plenary:
- To provide advice during plenary debates to ensure compliance with the Constitutional matters, Rules of Procedures of the National Parliament and all the relevant legislation in Timor-Leste;
- In collaboration with the other legal team of the project, conduct research, analyze draft bills, prepare legal opinion, propose and prepare amendments, and provide advice on best practices on bills under discussions at plenary;
- To prepare Minutes of the Plenary debates and of the approved decisions;
- To support the Plenary Support division to work with the Communications, Public Relations, and Civic Education division of the secretariat of the National Parliament in ensuring publication of the results of Plenary debates of the Parliament;
- To prepare guidelines of plenary debates of bills under discussions and propose for approval;
- To prepare agenda of Plenary Debates in consultation with the Senior Legal Adviser and the Office of the President of the Parliament;
- To support coordination with other parliamentary bodies and staffs as required to ensure proper workflows on matters related to the competences of the Plenary Support Division of the National Parliament;
- To inform MPs with best practices on the role and functions of Members particularly those pertinent to plenary;
- In collaboration with the other legal team member and in coordination with the legal team leader;
- To provide legal research and analysis to support Parliament in assessing government performance against national goals (National Socio-economic development plan, National Priorities and Millennium Development Goals):
2. Provision of capacity-development to the Division of Plenary Support of the Secretariat of the National Parliament RDTL:
- To provide advisory support to the division of Plenary Support of the National Parliament in the organization of Extraordinary Plenary Sessions;
- To provide advisory support and strengthen the capacity of the division of Plenary Support in:
o establishment of internal division work flows;
o train the staffs to understand legal and para-legal matters;
o develop a data-base and train the staffs of the division to regularly update it with the delivery of plenary;
o advise the head of division to ensure the staffs are regularly update the delivery of plenary;
o to advise the head of division to work closely with the communications and public relations division to;
- To provide advisory support to the division on administrative and logistical matters related to the work of plenary;
- To support the division to prepare and deliver its Annual Work Plan;
- To identify capacity gaps of the division of Plenary Support and provide recommendations to Human Resource division for training of staffs and recruitment of new staffs as the Administrative and Service Act of the National Parliament.
3. Other Tasks Relevant to UNDP Parliament Project:
- To prepare and submit regular reports to UNDP through Project Manager Parliament Project including compliance with monitoring and evaluation requirements: adviser log, quarterly report, annual report, and ad-hock inputs to Project reports;
- To provide inputs to Project Work Plans relevant to his/her portfolio;
- To participate in Project Meetings/workshops: Monthly meeting, team meeting, mid-term review meeting, and annual review meeting;
- To undertake relevant works whenever required by the Project Manager.
IV. Expected Results:
- Weekly Adviser log, minutes of plenary outputs, quarterly reports, and annual reports;
- Manuals and procedures of workflows of the division of plenary support;
- Legal opinions of the analysis, including amendments to the bills under discussions;
- reports of the analysis in assessing government performance against national goals (National Socio-economic development plan, National Priorities and Millennium Development Goals);
- Capacity building activities to the division of plenary support;
- Guidelines for plenary debates on bills under discussions;
VI. Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in law.
- Master is an advantage.
Experience
- Five years of experience at the national or international level in legal in civil law. Parliamentary support, particularly support to plenary, is an advantage;
- Experience in providing advisory services and mentoring;
- Experience in post-conflict situations/developing countries;
- Knowledge of international human rights standards and instruments.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in Portuguese. Mastery of English. Knowledge of Tetum or/and Bahasa Indonesia will be an asset;
How to apply
Please submit your applications letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal* ; P11 forms to:
Joao Pereira
Project Manager
Parliament Project
UNDP Timor-Leste
+670 7276041
joao.pereira@undp.org
*Financial proposal should include cost of the cheapest airfare on economy class from place of departure to Dili and return. Reimbursement of airfare will be paid on actual cost incurred.
The deadline for submitting applications is 27 August 2010
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Reference Code: RW_88D59Y-4
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Legal Drafters Training CoordinatorUnited Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Parliament Project, UNDP-National Parliament, RDTL.
Closing date: 27 Aug 2010
Location: Timor-Leste
TERMS OF REFERENCE
I. Profile of the Post
Project: Parliament Project
Title: Legal Drafters Training Coordinator
Type of Contract: Letter of Agreement Between the National Parliament and UNDP
Location: Timor-Leste (Dili)
Duration: 1 year
Desirable Starting Date: 1 October 2010
II. Organizational Context
Timor-Leste became independent in 2002. A democratic semi-presidential governance system based upon separation of powers and mutual cooperation of the institutions of state was developed.
The National Parliament is the cornerstone of the democratic system and good governance. It is currently comprised of 65 members. It is headed by the President of the National Parliament. Nine political parties have constituted in their benches. Detailed parliamentary scrutiny of legislation and government actions is delegated to 9 standing committees of multi-party composition. The parliamentarians are supported in their work by a Secretariat of approximately 81 staffs which is headed by a Secretary General with a category of 66 permanent staffs and 15 temporary staffs. The Secretariat is divided into three directorates and 12 divisions of which assume responsibility for work in the general areas of Finance and Administration, Plenary support, Committee support, and library and documentation functions, communications and public relations, and Information, communications and technology. This organizational structure is under establishment and functioning following the new 2008 Administrative and Service Law of the Parliament (LOFAP).
The National Parliament was established from scratch in a setting of largely inexperienced parliamentarians; an acute shortage of skilled personnel and significant language barriers. Systems and processes are in the early stages in some cases and non-existent in others. Achievements are not yet consolidated and many challenges can only be overcome with long-term assistance. UNDP has supported the growth of the legislature since 2003. The Parliament Project 2010-2013 is a revision of the previous project of 2006-08 extended to 2009, and comprises comprehensive capacity-development interventions in five strategic areas: oversight capacity; legislative support; democratic representation, transparency and accessibility; strengthening parliamentary administration and secretariat functions, and gender mainstreaming. The overall objective of the project is to develop the institutional capacities that allow the parliament to fully and effectively perform its constitutional mandate and to lay down exit strategies for nationals to take over internationals role in the near future.
Under the framework of the UNDP National Parliament Project 2006-2009 and continued to Parliament Project 2010-2013 an additional Letter of Agreement between UNDP Timor-Leste and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste signed to put in practice the Parliament is pursuing the objectives of improving its institutional and human resources capacity with the objective of strengthening its efficiency, independence and effectiveness. The Letter of Agreement provides for capacity building of Timorese with different areas of expertise relevant to the work of the Parliament to be trained by the project and further absorbed into the structure of the Parliament.
Legislative Support is a core component of the UNDP Parliament Project. The establishment of a Bureau for Technical Support Services (BTSS) inclusive of capacity building/training of National Legal Drafters/Analysts within the National Parliament was envisaged in the recommendations of the project mid-term evaluation mission conducted in January 2008 and is projected to be commenced in 2009. The Parliament has recently created the Directorate of Research and Technical Information, through the newly approved Parliamentary Administration Law (December 2008). A legal training programme for National Legal Drafters/Analysts has been agreed upon between the UNDP National Parliament Project and the National Parliament of Timor-Leste, including the recruitment of international trainers for the accomplishment of the task.
The implementation of the Legal Drafters training programme will complete its first year programme in Bahasa Indonesian in September this year. For further training, it requires a coordinator to perform primary responsibilities of the implementation of the programme. It also requires a coordinator to perform direct supervision to the training staff, both the Assistant Trainers and the Trainees and provide update to the National Parliament and UNDP.
III. Functions/Key Results Expected
The National Parliament has delegated direct supervision of the Legal Drafting Training Coordinator to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project with indirect supervision by the Secretary General of the National Parliament of Timor-Leste. The Legal Drafters Training Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Summary of Key Functions:
1.Design, development and implementation of training for the legal Drafters of the National Parliament;
2.Conduct examinations and evaluations of the trainees of Legal Drafting Training Programme;
3.Coordinate with the Judiciary Training Center of Ministry of Justice on the implementation of all training programmes of the Legal Drafting Training Programme of the National Parliament;
4.Effectively manage the legal Drafting Training Programme of the National Parliament;
5.Develop and implement a strategy for the Nationalization of Legal Advisers in the National Parliament
1.Ensures the design, development and implementation of curricula and summaries, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Design, develop, and consolidate curricula and summaries for the training programme with the Legal Training Center and according to the Parliament Project Document and policies set by Project Steering Committee of the UNDP Parliament Project
- Implement comprehensive training programmes, design materials and lesson plans.
- Adapt training curricula according to the policies set by the Project Steering Committee of the Parliament Project.
- Transfer skills and theoretical knowledge to students.
- Apply global best practices in the implementation of the training;
- Perform teaching functions and guidance to the trainees in practicing legal research skills during the training programme, including editing of the works of the students;
- Supervise the trainees’ work, review their performance, and evaluate their achievements.
2.Ensures examinations and evaluations of students are conducted focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Prepare, organize and conduct regular examinations, evaluations and other activities related to the training as required.
- Ensure that graduated students have the required level of competency to assume Legal Drafting/Analyst functions, according to the Rules of Procedures of the National Parliament RDTL and in compliance with the Law in the country.
3.Ensures the coordination of all courses of the Legal Drafting Training Programme, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Coordinate all envisaged courses, including management of lecturers and resources
- Ensure access of the legal drafters of the National Parliament to resources and facilities of the Legal Training Centre.
- Share with UNDP and Parliament document lessons learned and use input for continual improvement and development of courses.
- Coordinate with the UNDP Parliament Project Advisers to develop a mentoring strategy for legal Drafters
4.Ensures effective programme management focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Ensure strategic management of the Legal Drafting Training Programme for legal drafters of the Parliament;
- Supervise, provide leadership and strategic guidance to the trainees and evaluate their performance in jointly with the LTC team.
- Establish guidelines and reporting standards for monitoring and evaluation of activities, in agreement with Programme Management.
- Prepare and submit regular activity progress reports to the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project;
- Participate in the regular UNDP Parliament Project Staff meetings;
- To provide regular updates on the progress of the training programme to the Secretary General of the National Parliament, the Mesa, and the Project Manager of UNDP Parliament Project;
5.Ensures strategy is developed and implemented for the Nationalization, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- To assess impact of the first year legal drafters training programme and design a new three years strategy for further Legal Drafting Training Programme;
- Ensure that Legal Drafters abide by the National Parliament and code of ethics;
- Advise on the development of a strategy aiming at the nationalization of the Legal Drafters Team of the National Parliament, which involves scaling down the number of international advisors after 2013.
- Establish synergies and partnerships with national legal institutions and with the Timor-Leste Faculty of Law and international institutions mainly of CPLP members for the development and implementation of trainings and seminars.
IV. Expected Results:
- Strategy Paper for October 2010 to December 2012 Legal Drafting Training Programme;
- Curriculum for the October 2010 to December 2012 Legal Drafting Training Programme
- Definitive Weekly and Monthly Schedule of the Legal Drafters training programme;
- Regular training progress reports (Weekly Log, Quarterly Reports, and annual reports of the Legal Drafters training implementation);
- Teaching-Learning Materials of the Legal Drafters training programme;
- Reports of Evaluation of the Legal Drafting.
V. Competencies
1. Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modelling the National Parliament’s values and ethical standards
- To comply with national laws and are subject to Code of Conduct for the Advisers/Technical Specialist to the National Parliament of Timor-Leste;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treats all people fairly without favouritism.
2. Functional Competencies:
- Excellent coordination and management skills;
- Solid knowledge of legal and parliamentary role and functions of civil law system;
- Able to develop comprehensive training programmes for parliament legal drafters/analysts;
- Able to deliver formal legal drafters/analyst training of the National Parliament;
- Able to building the capacity of the Legal Drafters/analysts that can enable them to change behaviour/attitudes;
- Able to build the capacity of the Legal Drafters/analysts for self-management;
- Strong negotiating and managerial skills to be able to work both independently and as a coordinator of a team;
- Excellent interpersonal, intercultural and networking with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships;
3. Behavioural Competencies:
- Team player with effective interpersonal skills;
- Facilitation skills;
- Energetic, positive and constructive attitude;
- Very good oral and communication skills
VI. Recruitment Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in law or related area. Master is an advantage.
Experience:
- Five years of experience at the national or international level in law. Experience as a legal training coordinator in a civil law system is an advantage;
- Experience in undertaking legal drafting and reviews;
- Experience in coordinating, designing and implementing training programmes for Legal Drafters/Analyst for government/Parliament;
- Teaching Experience in Law at University;
- Experience in providing advisory services and mentoring;
- Experience in post-conflict situations/developing countries;
- Knowledge of international human rights standards and instruments.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in Portuguese. Mastery of English, knowledge of Tetum or/
and Bahasa Indonesia will be an asset
How to apply
Vacancies Contact
Please submit your applications letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal*; P11 forms to:
Joao Pereira
Project Manager
Parliament Project
UNDP Timor-Leste
+670 7276041
joao.pereira@undp.org
*Financial proposal should include cost of the cheapest airfare on economy class from place of departure to Dili and return. Reimbursement of airfare will be paid on actual cost incurred.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Reference Code: RW_88D33Y-77
Project Manager
Parliament Project
UNDP Timor-Leste
+670 7276041
joao.pereira@undp.org
*Financial proposal should include cost of the cheapest airfare on economy class from place of departure to Dili and return. Reimbursement of airfare will be paid on actual cost incurred.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Reference Code: RW_88D33Y-77
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Project: Capacity Development Facility for the Security Sector Project
Terms of Reference
Position Title: International Consultant: Legal Advisor on Private Security Companies
Duration: 1 month
Type of Contract: SSA
Duty Station: Díli
Number of Post: 1 post
Expected Start date: 22 September 2010
Project: Capacity Development Facility for the Security Sector Project
Background and context
The April/May 2006 upheaval in Timor-Leste resulted in losses in human lives and property. There were some further incidents of violence leading to destruction and homelessness during and shortly after the national elections of 2007. These incidents resulted from complex social, economic, historical, institutional and political factors. They also adversely affected socio-economic conditions and threatened much of the hard-earned gains achieved since the Restoration of Independence in 2002. Additionally, the attack on the President and Prime Minister in February 2008 highlighted the instability of the country. More importantly, the incidents pointed to an urgent need of reform of the security sector to provide people living in the country adequate security.
UNDP and UNMIT’s Security Sector Support Unit (SSSU), referred to hereafter as the UN SSR Team, have been assisting the Government of Timor-Leste to undertake a review of the security sector as per the mission’s mandate by Security Council Resolutions 1704, 1745, 1802, 1867 and 1912. The last two resolutions indicated the necessity of security sector reform in parallel with the review. The capacity development facility (CDF) for the security sector project funded by the European Union and implemented by UNDP supports UNMIT’s mandate through capacity building of the security sector, including oversight institutions. It will continue until 15 December 2010.
Private Security Companies (PSCs) are one of the largest security providers and private sector employers in Timor-Leste. Their services are increasingly utilized to provide security to homes, property, people, embassies, international organisations and businesses in Timor-Leste. The presence of a clear legislative framework that regulates the operations of PSCs is imperative to ensure that they operate professionally and in a manner that does not compromise public safety. The legislation of RDTL sets out one of the responsibilities of the National Directorate of Security to Public Buildings (Seguranca Civil, the DNSEP) is to regulate and inspect the establishment of private security companies. It is still yet to define how DNSEP will fulfill its mandate.
The CDF project plans to support the National Directorate of Security to Public Buildings (DNSEP) for the regulation and professionalization of the private security industry through:
- Undertaking a baseline assessment of the private security industry and its potential implications and cross-linkages with security and its related institutions;
- Informing on the relevant regulatory and institutional set-up, including oversight functions, needed to allow DNSEP to perform related functions;
- Drafting legislation regulating private security companies and establishment of potential professional/trade organizations and promotion of self-regulation.
Responsibilities
The Legal Advisor will work for a total of 30 working-days during which he/she will have consultations with the UN SSR Team, PSCs, Secretary of State for Security (SoSS), Seguranca Civil, PNTL, Parliament Committee B (Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security) and other relevant institutions and will propose a draft legislation for regulating PSCs and recommendations on their self-regulation. He/she will work under the overall guidance of the Director of Seguranca Civil; advise the Legal Advisor of SoSS and report to the UNDP SSR/CDF Project Manager.
During the first week he/she will consult with the Technical Advisor on PSCs on the findings and recommendations of the assessment of PSCs conducted by him/her and together with him/her will facilitate a roundtable with Seguranca Civil, SoSS, PSCs and other relevant actors on them. During his/her last week the incumbent will facilitate another roundtable with Seguranca Civil, SoSS, PSCs and other relevant actors to present the draft legislation and recommendations for PSC self-regulation and enforcement.
Summary of key functions and outputs
The Legal Advisor will produce the following:
„h Draft legislation on the regulation of the private security industry;
„h Recommendations for PSCs on self-regulation such as Code of Conduct and SOPs;
„h Recommendations on the enforcement of the regulation throughout the industry by the PSCs such as recommendations for a penal code of those unwilling to regulate or unwilling to do so in a timely manner.
Competencies
1. Corporate Competencies:
„h Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
„h Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
„h Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
„h Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
2. Functional Competencies:
Legal drafting and reporting:
„h Demonstrated experience in drafting legislation and recommendations on legal issues.
„h Demonstrated knowledge of security sector development and/or private security companies related issues.
Management and Leadership
„h Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
„h Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
„h Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
„h Demonstrates client-orientation, mentoring and conflict resolution skills.
„h Responds positively to feedback.
Qualification and professional experience
„h Master Degree in Law and a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
„h Or Bachelor Degree in Law and a minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience.
„h Legal drafting experience is a must.
„h Knowledge of security sector development or private security companies issues.
„h International experience in conflict/ Post-conflict countries is an asset.
„h Experience in a post-conflict country is an asset
„h Work experience with UNDP is an asset
„h Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.
„h Knowledge of Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia language skills are an asset.
Vacancies Contact
Please upload your application letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal with a workplan and P11 form in one single document through on line by accessing this link:
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=18681
Individual consultants must submit the financial proposal with a workplan. The financial proposal should include all necessary fees and cost related to the assignment, except the travel cost at the beginning and at the end of the assignment which UNDP will pay. UNDP will not cover any other additional expenses outside of the financial proposal. The financial proposal should be reasonable based on the TOR and proposed workplan.
The deadline for submitting applications is 31 August 2010.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Title: International Consultant: Legal Advisor on Private Security Companies
Duration: 1 month
Type of Contract: SSA
Duty Station: Díli
Number of Post: 1 post
Expected Start date: 22 September 2010
Project: Capacity Development Facility for the Security Sector Project
Background and context
The April/May 2006 upheaval in Timor-Leste resulted in losses in human lives and property. There were some further incidents of violence leading to destruction and homelessness during and shortly after the national elections of 2007. These incidents resulted from complex social, economic, historical, institutional and political factors. They also adversely affected socio-economic conditions and threatened much of the hard-earned gains achieved since the Restoration of Independence in 2002. Additionally, the attack on the President and Prime Minister in February 2008 highlighted the instability of the country. More importantly, the incidents pointed to an urgent need of reform of the security sector to provide people living in the country adequate security.
UNDP and UNMIT’s Security Sector Support Unit (SSSU), referred to hereafter as the UN SSR Team, have been assisting the Government of Timor-Leste to undertake a review of the security sector as per the mission’s mandate by Security Council Resolutions 1704, 1745, 1802, 1867 and 1912. The last two resolutions indicated the necessity of security sector reform in parallel with the review. The capacity development facility (CDF) for the security sector project funded by the European Union and implemented by UNDP supports UNMIT’s mandate through capacity building of the security sector, including oversight institutions. It will continue until 15 December 2010.
Private Security Companies (PSCs) are one of the largest security providers and private sector employers in Timor-Leste. Their services are increasingly utilized to provide security to homes, property, people, embassies, international organisations and businesses in Timor-Leste. The presence of a clear legislative framework that regulates the operations of PSCs is imperative to ensure that they operate professionally and in a manner that does not compromise public safety. The legislation of RDTL sets out one of the responsibilities of the National Directorate of Security to Public Buildings (Seguranca Civil, the DNSEP) is to regulate and inspect the establishment of private security companies. It is still yet to define how DNSEP will fulfill its mandate.
The CDF project plans to support the National Directorate of Security to Public Buildings (DNSEP) for the regulation and professionalization of the private security industry through:
- Undertaking a baseline assessment of the private security industry and its potential implications and cross-linkages with security and its related institutions;
- Informing on the relevant regulatory and institutional set-up, including oversight functions, needed to allow DNSEP to perform related functions;
- Drafting legislation regulating private security companies and establishment of potential professional/trade organizations and promotion of self-regulation.
Responsibilities
The Legal Advisor will work for a total of 30 working-days during which he/she will have consultations with the UN SSR Team, PSCs, Secretary of State for Security (SoSS), Seguranca Civil, PNTL, Parliament Committee B (Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security) and other relevant institutions and will propose a draft legislation for regulating PSCs and recommendations on their self-regulation. He/she will work under the overall guidance of the Director of Seguranca Civil; advise the Legal Advisor of SoSS and report to the UNDP SSR/CDF Project Manager.
During the first week he/she will consult with the Technical Advisor on PSCs on the findings and recommendations of the assessment of PSCs conducted by him/her and together with him/her will facilitate a roundtable with Seguranca Civil, SoSS, PSCs and other relevant actors on them. During his/her last week the incumbent will facilitate another roundtable with Seguranca Civil, SoSS, PSCs and other relevant actors to present the draft legislation and recommendations for PSC self-regulation and enforcement.
Summary of key functions and outputs
The Legal Advisor will produce the following:
„h Draft legislation on the regulation of the private security industry;
„h Recommendations for PSCs on self-regulation such as Code of Conduct and SOPs;
„h Recommendations on the enforcement of the regulation throughout the industry by the PSCs such as recommendations for a penal code of those unwilling to regulate or unwilling to do so in a timely manner.
Competencies
1. Corporate Competencies:
„h Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
„h Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
„h Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
„h Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
2. Functional Competencies:
Legal drafting and reporting:
„h Demonstrated experience in drafting legislation and recommendations on legal issues.
„h Demonstrated knowledge of security sector development and/or private security companies related issues.
Management and Leadership
„h Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
„h Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
„h Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
„h Demonstrates client-orientation, mentoring and conflict resolution skills.
„h Responds positively to feedback.
Qualification and professional experience
„h Master Degree in Law and a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
„h Or Bachelor Degree in Law and a minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience.
„h Legal drafting experience is a must.
„h Knowledge of security sector development or private security companies issues.
„h International experience in conflict/ Post-conflict countries is an asset.
„h Experience in a post-conflict country is an asset
„h Work experience with UNDP is an asset
„h Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.
„h Knowledge of Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia language skills are an asset.
Vacancies Contact
Please upload your application letter together with: Curriculum vitae, financial proposal with a workplan and P11 form in one single document through on line by accessing this link:
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=18681
Individual consultants must submit the financial proposal with a workplan. The financial proposal should include all necessary fees and cost related to the assignment, except the travel cost at the beginning and at the end of the assignment which UNDP will pay. UNDP will not cover any other additional expenses outside of the financial proposal. The financial proposal should be reasonable based on the TOR and proposed workplan.
The deadline for submitting applications is 31 August 2010.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Tezureru/Office / Finance Manager
Fatin : Dili, Timor-Leste
Durasaun kontratu : Provisoriu ba tempu orentasaun fulan 2, depois hanaruk kontratu ba tinan 1 ka liu.
Fundasaun Mahein (FM) ) Buka:
Tezureru/Office / Finance Manager
Office Manager (OM) sei hakna’ar a’an nudar administrasaun senior no finansa/tezureru ba ONG FM Pozisaun ida ne’e sei maneza no administra rekursu humano, financial/tezureru, IT ho sistema procuremento nebe’e persiza hodi suporta ba programa atividades FM. Ba dadaun ne’e FM nia atividades maka dezemvolve participasaun sidadaun ho socidade sivil iha prosesu determinasaun ba dezisaun politika, lejislasaun ho osamentu ba Timor-Leste nia seitor siguransa. Atu hetan informasaun barak konaba asuntu ne’e bele ba vizita FM nia website iha: www.fundasaunmahein.wordpress.com.
Termu ho Referensia
Ho tulun no suporta hosi Direitor Esekutivu ho nia adjuntu , servisu sira nebe’e delega ba Tezureru/Office / Finance Manager maka tuir mai ne’e:
Administra, Maneza ho servisu Financial:
1. Establise sistema financial, rekursu humano, prokuremento ho sistema IT ba FM nia office ho programa.
2. Maneza ho implementa sistema nebe’e temi iha leten ho suporta atividade program.
3. Establise manutensaun ba arkivu relevante ba sistema elektroniku , hardcopy ho formatu elektroniku seluk.
4. Ho tulun ka asistensia hosi Direitor Esekutivuajuda halo relatoriu financial ba donor sira.
5. Halo relatoriu financial ba donor.
6. Ajuda halo rekrutament, no administra servisu ka staff administrasaun nian.
7. Administra ka Maneza siguransa iha FM nia edevisiu ka office.
8. Responsabilidade seluk persiza kuandu hetan delega hosi Direitor Esekutivu
9. Estabelese Sistema Operasaun standar prosedur ba finansa hanesan mymoney, ho seluktan.
Lalaok Relatorio
Tezureru/ Office / Finance Manager, sei servisu hamutuk ho direitor Esekutivuho nia adjuntu ka delagasaun ruma.
Kualifikasaun
Kandidatu sei demonstra tuir kualifikasaun esperensia tuir mai ne’e:
• S1 ka profesiona/diciplina relevante.
• Esperensia maksimum tinan 3 ba pozisaun hanesan.
• Iha konhesementu kona ba ajensia, doadores no rekirementu kona ba asistensia finanseiru
• Iha esperiensia no hatene uja komputador ba programa basiku hanesan MS-Office programs Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Esperensia iha organizasaun no iha kapasidade atu halo supervizaun ba staff.
• Personalidade diak no bele servisu iha grupo.
• Hatene kualia/hakerek diak Tetum, Indonezia ho ingles karik persiza.
• Iha karakter nebe forte hanesan obrigasaun nebe presija hodi maneja orsamentu.
Atu aplika ba vaga ne’e, haruka CV ba Nelson Belo, Direitor Esekutivu Fundasaun Mahein iha direktor.mahein@gmail.com. telemovel +670 737 4222.
Vaga ne’e sei taka 26 Agostu 2010. Posisaun ne’e Loke ba Cidadaun Timor-Leste deit.
Atensaun: Lalais keta lakon tempu ba oportunidade ida ne’e ☺!!!
Position Title : Office / Finance Manager
Location : Dili, Timor-Leste.
Duration : Probationary term of two months, with extension up to one year and beyond.
Fundasaun Mahein (FM) is seeking:
Office / Finance Manager
The Office Manager will act as the senior administrative and finance officer for the newly established National NGO FM”. This position will manage and administer the human resources, financial, IT and procurement systems required to support the programme activities of FM. At present its primary activity is the development of civil society and citizen participation in the process of determining policy, legislation and budgets for the Timorese security sector. For more information about FM see its website at www.fundasaunmahein.wordpress.com.
Terms of Reference
At the direction, and with the support, of the Executive Director, or his/her deputy, the tasks of the Office / Finance Manager will include the following:
Administrative, Management and Financial Tasks:
1. Establish financial, human resources, procurement and IT systems for FM’s office and programmes.
2. Manage and implement the above mentioned systems in support of programme activities.
3. Establish and maintain files pertaining to the above systems, both in electronic, hardcopy and online formats.
4. With the advice and assistance of the Executive Director Financial donor reporting requirements.
5. Provide financial reporting services for donor reports.
6. Assist in the recruitment of, and oversee the work of support and administrative staff.
7. Oversee the maintenance and security of the FM Office.
8. Other appropriate tasks as agreed with the Executive Director.
Reporting lines
The Office / Finance Manager, will work closely with and report to the Executive Director tor or the Deputy or delegated representative.
Qualifications
The candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:
• A relevant undergraduate degree with a preference for administration and management disciplines.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position, either in the private or non-profit sector.
• A demonstrable understanding of donor agency practices and requirements of grantees.
• Experience with basic MS-Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Financial software skills desirable.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills and experience.
• Good interpersonal skills and team working ability.
• Fluent in Tetum, knowledge Indonesian and English desirable.
• Strong character references are mandatory as the post require handling of funds.
Closing Date16 August 2010. This position is open for Timorese citizens only.
To apply for this position, send a brief email and CV to Nelson Belo, Executive Director Fundasaun Mahein at direktor.mahein@gmail.com. Mobile +670 737 4222.
Durasaun kontratu : Provisoriu ba tempu orentasaun fulan 2, depois hanaruk kontratu ba tinan 1 ka liu.
Fundasaun Mahein (FM) ) Buka:
Tezureru/Office / Finance Manager
Office Manager (OM) sei hakna’ar a’an nudar administrasaun senior no finansa/tezureru ba ONG FM Pozisaun ida ne’e sei maneza no administra rekursu humano, financial/tezureru, IT ho sistema procuremento nebe’e persiza hodi suporta ba programa atividades FM. Ba dadaun ne’e FM nia atividades maka dezemvolve participasaun sidadaun ho socidade sivil iha prosesu determinasaun ba dezisaun politika, lejislasaun ho osamentu ba Timor-Leste nia seitor siguransa. Atu hetan informasaun barak konaba asuntu ne’e bele ba vizita FM nia website iha: www.fundasaunmahein.wordpress.com.
Termu ho Referensia
Ho tulun no suporta hosi Direitor Esekutivu ho nia adjuntu , servisu sira nebe’e delega ba Tezureru/Office / Finance Manager maka tuir mai ne’e:
Administra, Maneza ho servisu Financial:
1. Establise sistema financial, rekursu humano, prokuremento ho sistema IT ba FM nia office ho programa.
2. Maneza ho implementa sistema nebe’e temi iha leten ho suporta atividade program.
3. Establise manutensaun ba arkivu relevante ba sistema elektroniku , hardcopy ho formatu elektroniku seluk.
4. Ho tulun ka asistensia hosi Direitor Esekutivuajuda halo relatoriu financial ba donor sira.
5. Halo relatoriu financial ba donor.
6. Ajuda halo rekrutament, no administra servisu ka staff administrasaun nian.
7. Administra ka Maneza siguransa iha FM nia edevisiu ka office.
8. Responsabilidade seluk persiza kuandu hetan delega hosi Direitor Esekutivu
9. Estabelese Sistema Operasaun standar prosedur ba finansa hanesan mymoney, ho seluktan.
Lalaok Relatorio
Tezureru/ Office / Finance Manager, sei servisu hamutuk ho direitor Esekutivuho nia adjuntu ka delagasaun ruma.
Kualifikasaun
Kandidatu sei demonstra tuir kualifikasaun esperensia tuir mai ne’e:
• S1 ka profesiona/diciplina relevante.
• Esperensia maksimum tinan 3 ba pozisaun hanesan.
• Iha konhesementu kona ba ajensia, doadores no rekirementu kona ba asistensia finanseiru
• Iha esperiensia no hatene uja komputador ba programa basiku hanesan MS-Office programs Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Esperensia iha organizasaun no iha kapasidade atu halo supervizaun ba staff.
• Personalidade diak no bele servisu iha grupo.
• Hatene kualia/hakerek diak Tetum, Indonezia ho ingles karik persiza.
• Iha karakter nebe forte hanesan obrigasaun nebe presija hodi maneja orsamentu.
Atu aplika ba vaga ne’e, haruka CV ba Nelson Belo, Direitor Esekutivu Fundasaun Mahein iha direktor.mahein@gmail.com. telemovel +670 737 4222.
Vaga ne’e sei taka 26 Agostu 2010. Posisaun ne’e Loke ba Cidadaun Timor-Leste deit.
Atensaun: Lalais keta lakon tempu ba oportunidade ida ne’e ☺!!!
Position Title : Office / Finance Manager
Location : Dili, Timor-Leste.
Duration : Probationary term of two months, with extension up to one year and beyond.
Fundasaun Mahein (FM) is seeking:
Office / Finance Manager
The Office Manager will act as the senior administrative and finance officer for the newly established National NGO FM”. This position will manage and administer the human resources, financial, IT and procurement systems required to support the programme activities of FM. At present its primary activity is the development of civil society and citizen participation in the process of determining policy, legislation and budgets for the Timorese security sector. For more information about FM see its website at www.fundasaunmahein.wordpress.com.
Terms of Reference
At the direction, and with the support, of the Executive Director, or his/her deputy, the tasks of the Office / Finance Manager will include the following:
Administrative, Management and Financial Tasks:
1. Establish financial, human resources, procurement and IT systems for FM’s office and programmes.
2. Manage and implement the above mentioned systems in support of programme activities.
3. Establish and maintain files pertaining to the above systems, both in electronic, hardcopy and online formats.
4. With the advice and assistance of the Executive Director Financial donor reporting requirements.
5. Provide financial reporting services for donor reports.
6. Assist in the recruitment of, and oversee the work of support and administrative staff.
7. Oversee the maintenance and security of the FM Office.
8. Other appropriate tasks as agreed with the Executive Director.
Reporting lines
The Office / Finance Manager, will work closely with and report to the Executive Director tor or the Deputy or delegated representative.
Qualifications
The candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:
• A relevant undergraduate degree with a preference for administration and management disciplines.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position, either in the private or non-profit sector.
• A demonstrable understanding of donor agency practices and requirements of grantees.
• Experience with basic MS-Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Financial software skills desirable.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills and experience.
• Good interpersonal skills and team working ability.
• Fluent in Tetum, knowledge Indonesian and English desirable.
• Strong character references are mandatory as the post require handling of funds.
Closing Date16 August 2010. This position is open for Timorese citizens only.
To apply for this position, send a brief email and CV to Nelson Belo, Executive Director Fundasaun Mahein at direktor.mahein@gmail.com. Mobile +670 737 4222.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Information Session supporting the EU Call for Proposals "Non State Actors* and Local Authorities in Development"
Information Session supporting the EU Call for Proposals "Non State Actors*
and Local Authorities in Development"
Reference: EuropeAid/130369/L/ACT/TL
Following the publication of the Call for Proposals mentioned above and
launched by the Delegation of the European Union to Timor-Leste, an
information session on this Call will be held on 27 August 2010 at 9.00am,
at Memorial Hall.
To register to attend the event, and for further information, please contact
register.eu.cfp@gmail.com , or call (+670) 7461590. Registration will close
by the 20th August 2010. Please note that attendance will be limited to two
nominated representatives per organisation/group.
For information, the full Guidelines for Applicants are available for
consultation on the following internet site:
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/europeaid/online-services/index.cfm?do=publi.welcome
* According to the EU, Non-State Actors include: non-governmental organisations, organisations representing indigenous peoples, organisations
representing national and/or ethnic minorities, local traders' associations and citizens' groups, cooperatives, trade unions, organisations representing
economic and social interests, organisations fighting corruption and fraud and promoting good governance, civil rights organisations and organisations
combating discrimination, local organisations (including networks) involved in decentralised regional cooperation and integration, consumer
organisations, women's and youth organisations, teaching, cultural, research and scientific organisations, universities, churches and religious
associations and communities, the media and any non- governmental associations and independent foundations, including independent political
foundations.
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Sesaun Informasaun hodi Suporta Komisaun Eropeia ninia Konvida ba Proposta
ba "Seitor Non Estadu (Non State Actors)* no Autoridade Lokal sira iha
Desenvolvementu"
Referensia: EuropeAid/130369/L/ACT/TL
Tuir publikasaun Konvida ba Proposta nebe mensiona iha leten, lansa ona husi
Delegasaun Komisaun Eropeia ba Timor-Leste, sesaun informasaun ida kona ba
asuntu ne'e sei realiza iha dia 27 Augostu 2010, tuku 9:00 dader OTL iha
Memorial Hall
Registu hodi tuir eventu ida ne'e, no informasaun klaru liu tan bele
kontaktu email: register.eu.cfp@gmail.com ou liga ba numeru (+670) 7461590.
Registu dala ikus sei taka iha dia 20 Agostu 2010. Favor ida fo atensaun
katak, kada organizaun/grupu bele nomeia representante nain rua (2) masimu.
Ba Informasaun, matan dalan (guidelines) tomak kona ba aplikante sira hodi
halo konsultasaun bele hetan iha website:
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/europeaid/online-services/index.cfm?do=publi.welcome
* Tuir Komisaun Eropeia, Seitor Non Estadu (Non State Actors) inclui: Organizasaun Non Govermental (NGO), organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa povu
indigena, organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa etniku nasional no/ka minoria, asosiasaun grupu negociante local no grupu sidadaun, kooperativa sira, trade
unions, organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa interese social no ekonomiku, organizasaun sira ne'ebe luta hasoru korupsaun no malpratika seluk (fraud)
no promove governasaun diak, organizasaun ba direitu sivil sira no ou organizasaun sira ne'ebe luta kontra diskriminasaun, organizasaun local sira
(inklui rede) ne'ebe involve iha desentralizasaun koperasaun regional no integrasaun, organizasaun ba konsumedor sira, Feto no Juventude nia
organizasaun sira, organizasaun sira kona ba hanorin, kultura, peskija, no sientifiku, universidade, Igreija no asosiasaun relijiozu no komunidade,
media no kualker asosiasaun non-govermental no fundasaun independente, inklui fundasaun politika independenti.
and Local Authorities in Development"
Reference: EuropeAid/130369/L/ACT/TL
Following the publication of the Call for Proposals mentioned above and
launched by the Delegation of the European Union to Timor-Leste, an
information session on this Call will be held on 27 August 2010 at 9.00am,
at Memorial Hall.
To register to attend the event, and for further information, please contact
register.eu.cfp@gmail.com , or call (+670) 7461590. Registration will close
by the 20th August 2010. Please note that attendance will be limited to two
nominated representatives per organisation/group.
For information, the full Guidelines for Applicants are available for
consultation on the following internet site:
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/europeaid/online-services/index.cfm?do=publi.welcome
* According to the EU, Non-State Actors include: non-governmental organisations, organisations representing indigenous peoples, organisations
representing national and/or ethnic minorities, local traders' associations and citizens' groups, cooperatives, trade unions, organisations representing
economic and social interests, organisations fighting corruption and fraud and promoting good governance, civil rights organisations and organisations
combating discrimination, local organisations (including networks) involved in decentralised regional cooperation and integration, consumer
organisations, women's and youth organisations, teaching, cultural, research and scientific organisations, universities, churches and religious
associations and communities, the media and any non- governmental associations and independent foundations, including independent political
foundations.
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Sesaun Informasaun hodi Suporta Komisaun Eropeia ninia Konvida ba Proposta
ba "Seitor Non Estadu (Non State Actors)* no Autoridade Lokal sira iha
Desenvolvementu"
Referensia: EuropeAid/130369/L/ACT/TL
Tuir publikasaun Konvida ba Proposta nebe mensiona iha leten, lansa ona husi
Delegasaun Komisaun Eropeia ba Timor-Leste, sesaun informasaun ida kona ba
asuntu ne'e sei realiza iha dia 27 Augostu 2010, tuku 9:00 dader OTL iha
Memorial Hall
Registu hodi tuir eventu ida ne'e, no informasaun klaru liu tan bele
kontaktu email: register.eu.cfp@gmail.com ou liga ba numeru (+670) 7461590.
Registu dala ikus sei taka iha dia 20 Agostu 2010. Favor ida fo atensaun
katak, kada organizaun/grupu bele nomeia representante nain rua (2) masimu.
Ba Informasaun, matan dalan (guidelines) tomak kona ba aplikante sira hodi
halo konsultasaun bele hetan iha website:
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/europeaid/online-services/index.cfm?do=publi.welcome
* Tuir Komisaun Eropeia, Seitor Non Estadu (Non State Actors) inclui: Organizasaun Non Govermental (NGO), organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa povu
indigena, organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa etniku nasional no/ka minoria, asosiasaun grupu negociante local no grupu sidadaun, kooperativa sira, trade
unions, organizasaun sira ne'ebe representa interese social no ekonomiku, organizasaun sira ne'ebe luta hasoru korupsaun no malpratika seluk (fraud)
no promove governasaun diak, organizasaun ba direitu sivil sira no ou organizasaun sira ne'ebe luta kontra diskriminasaun, organizasaun local sira
(inklui rede) ne'ebe involve iha desentralizasaun koperasaun regional no integrasaun, organizasaun ba konsumedor sira, Feto no Juventude nia
organizasaun sira, organizasaun sira kona ba hanorin, kultura, peskija, no sientifiku, universidade, Igreija no asosiasaun relijiozu no komunidade,
media no kualker asosiasaun non-govermental no fundasaun independente, inklui fundasaun politika independenti.
Job: Advisor, socialisation project, CAVR follow-up institution
Job: Advisor, socialisation project, CAVR follow-up institution
(national or international)
The Post-CAVR Technical Secretariat (www.cavr-timorleste.org) requires a consultant for 6-8 weeks to assist with a national consultation/socialization project, focusing on two draft laws currently before Timor’s Parliament. This position requires someone with good written and spoken English skills (and for internationals, good spoken Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia); excellent organizational and liaison skills; and experience in grant reporting/donor liaison.
About this project
The EC has provided STP-CAVR a grant of US$29,000 to assist in the socialization of two draft laws:
* an organic law on a CAVR/CVA (Truth and Friendship Commission) follow-up institution
* and a law establishing a national program of reparations.
STP-CAVR is overseeing a program of national consultations on these two draft laws, in cooperation with organizations including JSMP, HAK, ANTI, ICTJ, NCD, PDHJ, Lao Hamutuk, Fokupers and UNMIT’s Transitional Justice Unit.
Socialization officer – description and responsibilities
The Socialization Officer will assist the STP-CAVR Socialization Coordinator (Project Manager) coordinating with stakeholders, liaising with Committee A of the Parliament, producing information resources and in logistical coordination. The Socialization Advisor will support the Project Manager in the following specific areas:
· liaison with UNDP, which is managing the grant for the EC
· liaison with Committee A of the National Parliament (Komisaun A, PN)
· project financial management, including working with STP-CAVR Director and Finance department, on budget execution and expenditure
· preparation of brochures, briefings, press releases or other material for victims and for the general public
· media liaison – informing and updating the media on project events and progress
· preparing a final report for PN on community and official responses to the draft laws
· preparing financial and narrative reports required by UNDP at the conclusion of the project.
Start date: This position will commence in September, for a 6-8 week period.
Enquiries:
Chiquito da Costa Guterres
Socialisation and Education Coordinator
STP-CAVR, Ex-Balide Comarca
Rua de Balide, Dili
sabalale@yahoo.com
Hp: +670 724 1970
Christine Kearney
kearney.christine@gmail.com
Hp: +670 778 1607
Applications and deadline:
Applications, including a cover letter and CV, should be sent by August 20, to
Chiquito da Costa Guterres at STP-CAVR (see contact details above).
(national or international)
The Post-CAVR Technical Secretariat (www.cavr-timorleste.org) requires a consultant for 6-8 weeks to assist with a national consultation/socialization project, focusing on two draft laws currently before Timor’s Parliament. This position requires someone with good written and spoken English skills (and for internationals, good spoken Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia); excellent organizational and liaison skills; and experience in grant reporting/donor liaison.
About this project
The EC has provided STP-CAVR a grant of US$29,000 to assist in the socialization of two draft laws:
* an organic law on a CAVR/CVA (Truth and Friendship Commission) follow-up institution
* and a law establishing a national program of reparations.
STP-CAVR is overseeing a program of national consultations on these two draft laws, in cooperation with organizations including JSMP, HAK, ANTI, ICTJ, NCD, PDHJ, Lao Hamutuk, Fokupers and UNMIT’s Transitional Justice Unit.
Socialization officer – description and responsibilities
The Socialization Officer will assist the STP-CAVR Socialization Coordinator (Project Manager) coordinating with stakeholders, liaising with Committee A of the Parliament, producing information resources and in logistical coordination. The Socialization Advisor will support the Project Manager in the following specific areas:
· liaison with UNDP, which is managing the grant for the EC
· liaison with Committee A of the National Parliament (Komisaun A, PN)
· project financial management, including working with STP-CAVR Director and Finance department, on budget execution and expenditure
· preparation of brochures, briefings, press releases or other material for victims and for the general public
· media liaison – informing and updating the media on project events and progress
· preparing a final report for PN on community and official responses to the draft laws
· preparing financial and narrative reports required by UNDP at the conclusion of the project.
Start date: This position will commence in September, for a 6-8 week period.
Enquiries:
Chiquito da Costa Guterres
Socialisation and Education Coordinator
STP-CAVR, Ex-Balide Comarca
Rua de Balide, Dili
sabalale@yahoo.com
Hp: +670 724 1970
Christine Kearney
kearney.christine@gmail.com
Hp: +670 778 1607
Applications and deadline:
Applications, including a cover letter and CV, should be sent by August 20, to
Chiquito da Costa Guterres at STP-CAVR (see contact details above).
FINANCE MANAGER
ercy Corps
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
FINANCE MANAGER - NATIONAL STAFF POSITION (DILI BASED)
MERCY CORPS-TIMOR LESTE
BACKGROUND:
Mercy Corps is an International Non-Governmental, humanitarian organization, working in more than 40 countries around the world. Mercy Corps exists to alleviate suffering; poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive just communities. Mercy Corps is currently implementing a European commission funded food security program targeting 4,500 chronically food insecure rural households in four sub-districts of Ainaro and Manufahi Districts. The program works with two local partner NGOs to improve livelihoods of farmers and build the capacity of agriculture Extension workers of the Ministry of Agriculture over a period of 3.5 years until May 31, 2013.
[Describe overview of job missioGENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Finance Manager is Mercy Corps senior finance position in Timor Leste and part of the country management team. The Mercy Corps finance Department is responsible for all financial functions including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance. The Finance Manager ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures. The Finance Manager provides timely reports and assistance to the Management and Program teams to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively
KEY TASKS:
1. Oversee and manage daily country-wide accounting and finance functions including the timely recording of transactions, cash management, banking, payroll, inventory, receivables, and payables.
2. Plan and implement systems for financial operations in both the main country office and in field offices in accordance with the Mercy Corps Field Finance Manual and donor regulations, including systems for cash flow management, budgeting, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, financial record-keeping, grant management and compliance.
3. Maintain banking relations and plan and monitor country cash flow requirements to ensure the smooth implementation of Mercy Corps programs.
4. Provide monthly standard accounting submissions to Country Director and Mercy Corps Headquarters, including general ledger files, account reconciliations, expenditures by cost center/project, required sub grantee reporting, as well as other financial information in a timely and accurate manner.
5. Develop annual fiscal year budgets with the Country Director and develop and implement grant budgeting and forecasting systems with Program Managers.
6. Review and monitor partners’ financial reporting and compliance. Provide additional technical assistance to partners as necessary to maintain high standards of compliance.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
§ Three or more years of progressive financial management experience with local or international NGOs is required.
§ A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required.
§ Experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations is required.
§ Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting preparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
§ Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet.
§ Familiarity with European Commission and other international donor procedures preferred.
§ Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel
§ Prior management experience and strong organizational skills
§ Fluent Tetum (knowledge of Portuguese and Bahasa Indonesian a plus)
§ Excellent oral and written English skills
§ Willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites.
HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this position, please send your Resume/CV and Cover letter by e-mail to: jobs@tl.mercycorps.org or deliver to Human Resources at the Mercy Corps office at Bairo Dos Grilhos, Dili. The deadline for submitting applications is August 17TH, 2010. Please note that due to volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
FINANCE MANAGER - NATIONAL STAFF POSITION (DILI BASED)
MERCY CORPS-TIMOR LESTE
BACKGROUND:
Mercy Corps is an International Non-Governmental, humanitarian organization, working in more than 40 countries around the world. Mercy Corps exists to alleviate suffering; poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive just communities. Mercy Corps is currently implementing a European commission funded food security program targeting 4,500 chronically food insecure rural households in four sub-districts of Ainaro and Manufahi Districts. The program works with two local partner NGOs to improve livelihoods of farmers and build the capacity of agriculture Extension workers of the Ministry of Agriculture over a period of 3.5 years until May 31, 2013.
[Describe overview of job missioGENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Finance Manager is Mercy Corps senior finance position in Timor Leste and part of the country management team. The Mercy Corps finance Department is responsible for all financial functions including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance. The Finance Manager ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures. The Finance Manager provides timely reports and assistance to the Management and Program teams to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively
KEY TASKS:
1. Oversee and manage daily country-wide accounting and finance functions including the timely recording of transactions, cash management, banking, payroll, inventory, receivables, and payables.
2. Plan and implement systems for financial operations in both the main country office and in field offices in accordance with the Mercy Corps Field Finance Manual and donor regulations, including systems for cash flow management, budgeting, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, financial record-keeping, grant management and compliance.
3. Maintain banking relations and plan and monitor country cash flow requirements to ensure the smooth implementation of Mercy Corps programs.
4. Provide monthly standard accounting submissions to Country Director and Mercy Corps Headquarters, including general ledger files, account reconciliations, expenditures by cost center/project, required sub grantee reporting, as well as other financial information in a timely and accurate manner.
5. Develop annual fiscal year budgets with the Country Director and develop and implement grant budgeting and forecasting systems with Program Managers.
6. Review and monitor partners’ financial reporting and compliance. Provide additional technical assistance to partners as necessary to maintain high standards of compliance.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
§ Three or more years of progressive financial management experience with local or international NGOs is required.
§ A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required.
§ Experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations is required.
§ Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting preparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
§ Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet.
§ Familiarity with European Commission and other international donor procedures preferred.
§ Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel
§ Prior management experience and strong organizational skills
§ Fluent Tetum (knowledge of Portuguese and Bahasa Indonesian a plus)
§ Excellent oral and written English skills
§ Willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites.
HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this position, please send your Resume/CV and Cover letter by e-mail to: jobs@tl.mercycorps.org or deliver to Human Resources at the Mercy Corps office at Bairo Dos Grilhos, Dili. The deadline for submitting applications is August 17TH, 2010. Please note that due to volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
External Evaluation of Belun’s Early Warning and Response (EWER) Program
External Evaluation of Belun’s Early Warning and Response (EWER) Program
August 2010
Call for Applicants
Background
BELUN is currently seeking a consultant to conduct an annual external evaluation of the Early Warning, Early Response (EWER) conflict prevention system. The EWER program monitors social, economic, political and external trends as well as incidents of violence throughout the country with an aim to increasing early responses to conflict and preventing the escalation of violence at the national and community level.
Assignment Objectives
The EWER program is just completing its 2nd year of implementation and is seeking an independent evaluation to assess the efficacy of the program in achieving its desired objectives and to provide practicable recommendations to the implementing partners for improving its implementation.
The objectives of this evaluation are to review progress on the following objectives:
1. Strengthened programmatic and policy responses to conflict through the establishment of a national Early Warning system
2. Reinforced state and community preparedness and responses to conflict toward preventing the escalation of violence
Length of Assignment and Costs
The assignment is envisioned to be conducted from 26h August – 23rd September 2010. The suggested timeframe can be discussed and adjusted but should not exceed 30 days.
Preliminary Time frame and Workplan
Desk study and background Research: 26 – 31st August
Research and interviews in Dili: 1 – 7th September
Field work (in selected District case-studies): 8 -15th September
Analysis and Reporting: 15-19th September 2010
Pre-Final Report presented to the team for feedback: 20th September
Final Report: 23rd September
Total budget frame: not to exceed USD 10,000
The budget shall cover all costs including consultancy fees, international and national travel, Per Diems, insurances and communication. Printing costs are covered by BELUN
Activities and Responsibilities
1) Review EWER Program documentation including program design documents, previously published monitoring reports, policy briefs and alerts, and results from previous internal and external evaluations;
2) Desk study research on the role and effectiveness of Early Warning Systems Worldwide;
3) Develop methodological guidelines and tools for an external evaluation of the EWER Project;
4) Conduct interviews with EWER Dili and District staff, Volunteer monitors and Conflict Prevention Networks
5) Make recommendations for future changes in the project based on the findings. This may include reference to:
a. The design of the programmatic structure for effective monitoring and effective communication and transfer of monitoring data
b. The sustainability of the relationship with sub-district level monitors
c. The training outcomes of twice-yearly monitor trainings
d. The ability of the mechanism to provide early warning to relevant stakeholders
e. The ability of the Sub-District level Conflict Prevention Networks to design appropriate strategies of intervention and employ existing capacities within the networks for this purpose
f. The program’s potential gender impact through participation of men and women in the system and as beneficiaries across a range of factors using the program’s gender impact assessment framework
6) Prepare a draft evaluation report for discussion with the management team of the EWER program
7) Submit Final Evaluation Report
Reporting and Working Relationships
The consultant will report to and be accountable jointly to the Director at BELUN and Program Manager for CICR. The consultant will work closely with the CICR Program Manager in the design of the evaluation and with Belun’s EWER Program Manager in gaining access to relevant stakeholders in the evaluation, including EWER program staff of both CICR and Belun.
Personal Specifications
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
· Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Statistics, or related fields
· At least 3 to 5 years practical experience in developing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation activities for Peacebuilding or Community Development projects at the international level, including field work;
· Previous experience working with Early Warning systems, Conflict Prevention or Conflict Transformation activities
· Strong background in conflict sensitive development practices
· Fluency in English
· Fluency in either Tetun or Bahasa Indonesia
· Previous experience working in Timor-Leste, preferably in an NGO context
· Ability to travel extensively in the districts
Preferred Attributes
· Fluency in Tetun
· Applicants currently living or working within Timor-Leste
· Experience working with Early Warning Systems
Application Contact
Interested candidates may submit CV applications or any inquiries to sd2633@columbia.edu by Mon, 16 August 2010.
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Sarah Dewhurst
Program Manager
CICR Columbia University
Belun, Timor-Leste
+670 742 8371
August 2010
Call for Applicants
Background
BELUN is currently seeking a consultant to conduct an annual external evaluation of the Early Warning, Early Response (EWER) conflict prevention system. The EWER program monitors social, economic, political and external trends as well as incidents of violence throughout the country with an aim to increasing early responses to conflict and preventing the escalation of violence at the national and community level.
Assignment Objectives
The EWER program is just completing its 2nd year of implementation and is seeking an independent evaluation to assess the efficacy of the program in achieving its desired objectives and to provide practicable recommendations to the implementing partners for improving its implementation.
The objectives of this evaluation are to review progress on the following objectives:
1. Strengthened programmatic and policy responses to conflict through the establishment of a national Early Warning system
2. Reinforced state and community preparedness and responses to conflict toward preventing the escalation of violence
Length of Assignment and Costs
The assignment is envisioned to be conducted from 26h August – 23rd September 2010. The suggested timeframe can be discussed and adjusted but should not exceed 30 days.
Preliminary Time frame and Workplan
Desk study and background Research: 26 – 31st August
Research and interviews in Dili: 1 – 7th September
Field work (in selected District case-studies): 8 -15th September
Analysis and Reporting: 15-19th September 2010
Pre-Final Report presented to the team for feedback: 20th September
Final Report: 23rd September
Total budget frame: not to exceed USD 10,000
The budget shall cover all costs including consultancy fees, international and national travel, Per Diems, insurances and communication. Printing costs are covered by BELUN
Activities and Responsibilities
1) Review EWER Program documentation including program design documents, previously published monitoring reports, policy briefs and alerts, and results from previous internal and external evaluations;
2) Desk study research on the role and effectiveness of Early Warning Systems Worldwide;
3) Develop methodological guidelines and tools for an external evaluation of the EWER Project;
4) Conduct interviews with EWER Dili and District staff, Volunteer monitors and Conflict Prevention Networks
5) Make recommendations for future changes in the project based on the findings. This may include reference to:
a. The design of the programmatic structure for effective monitoring and effective communication and transfer of monitoring data
b. The sustainability of the relationship with sub-district level monitors
c. The training outcomes of twice-yearly monitor trainings
d. The ability of the mechanism to provide early warning to relevant stakeholders
e. The ability of the Sub-District level Conflict Prevention Networks to design appropriate strategies of intervention and employ existing capacities within the networks for this purpose
f. The program’s potential gender impact through participation of men and women in the system and as beneficiaries across a range of factors using the program’s gender impact assessment framework
6) Prepare a draft evaluation report for discussion with the management team of the EWER program
7) Submit Final Evaluation Report
Reporting and Working Relationships
The consultant will report to and be accountable jointly to the Director at BELUN and Program Manager for CICR. The consultant will work closely with the CICR Program Manager in the design of the evaluation and with Belun’s EWER Program Manager in gaining access to relevant stakeholders in the evaluation, including EWER program staff of both CICR and Belun.
Personal Specifications
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
· Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Statistics, or related fields
· At least 3 to 5 years practical experience in developing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation activities for Peacebuilding or Community Development projects at the international level, including field work;
· Previous experience working with Early Warning systems, Conflict Prevention or Conflict Transformation activities
· Strong background in conflict sensitive development practices
· Fluency in English
· Fluency in either Tetun or Bahasa Indonesia
· Previous experience working in Timor-Leste, preferably in an NGO context
· Ability to travel extensively in the districts
Preferred Attributes
· Fluency in Tetun
· Applicants currently living or working within Timor-Leste
· Experience working with Early Warning Systems
Application Contact
Interested candidates may submit CV applications or any inquiries to sd2633@columbia.edu by Mon, 16 August 2010.
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Sarah Dewhurst
Program Manager
CICR Columbia University
Belun, Timor-Leste
+670 742 8371
Plan Timor-Leste seeks new members Various Positions
VACANCY
Plan Timor-Leste seeks new members
Various Positions
Application deadline: 20-Aug-10
Position Level: Various Levels based on the Job Grading
Languages required: English & Tetun
Plan is an international NGO that works in over 45 countries to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of children, young people and families. It has been working in Timor-Leste since 2001.
1. Security and Disaster Preparedness Specialist
Position Level: D
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili. This position entails 25-50 % travel in Timor-Leste (depending on the current situation), with a willingness to travel extensively to visit all Plan operating locations on a regular and ad hoc basis
Reporting to the Country Program Manager
The Security and Disaster Preparedness Specialist will oversee security management within all Plan Timor-Leste offices and programs and ensure overall readiness in the event of a disaster.
This will involve but is not limited to: re-establishing and promoting a staff culture of security; leading the development and implementation of a disaster preparedness plan; managing security incident reporting; re-instituting basic forms of staff/vehicle movement control to reduce various risks; security guard oversight; and maintaining/reinforcing Standard Operating Procedures.
The successful candidate will have:
· Experience of security management in complex, insecure environments in a developing country
· Experience in conducting participatory risk assessments and preparing situational analyses, including the analysis of factors from both the internal and external environments, identifying crucial risks that have to be addressed, setting objectives and developing plans of actions
· Experience preparing and implementing disaster preparedness plans and coordinating response to a disaster in a developing country context
· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in order to present information quickly and clearly to a variety of audiences, including the ability to communicate effectively in Tetun and/or Bahasa Indonesian (in addition to English); note that dual language skills are MANDATORY
2. Inclusiveness Specialist
Position Level: C
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili with travel to the districts
Reporting to the Advocacy and Governmental Relations Manager
Plan Timor-Leste is committed to assisting children, young people and their communities in the realisation of their rights through both direct program interventions and evidence based advocacy. Advocacy has been recognised as a key element of Plan’s work since its commitment to Child Centred Community Development (CCCD). Advocacy is an important part of programming and a key tool to address the lack of realisation of the rights of children, young people and their communities that contributes to childhood poverty. The main purpose of this role is to mainstream inclusiveness within Plan Timor-Leste’s operations and programs, starting with a focus on disability inclusiveness. During the initial year of this position, the post holder is expected to support the Plan Timor-Leste WASH and Learning programs in developing pilot disability inclusiveness projects and to advocate to the government and communities about disability inclusiveness particularly in the WASH and Education sectors
The successful candidate will have:
· University degree in social science or international development/relations
· Experience in working in the area of disability inclusiveness or another inclusiveness area within Timor-Leste
· Experience in at least one of the following sectors - Water and Sanitation; Education; Child Protection; Child Participation
· Experience in community development
· Project management experience
· Experience in advocacy
3. Learning Manager
Position Level: D
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili with travel to the districts.
Reporting to the ECCD Advisor
Plan Timor-Leste is committed to assisting children, young people and their communities in the realisation of their rights through both direct program interventions and evidence-based advocacy. Learning is a key component of Plan’s interventions in Timor-Leste and the main purpose of this role is to:
1. Ensure the successful planning, implementation & overall management of Learning program, focusing particularly on the Hahu Ho Forte (ECCD) program component.
2. Ensure capacity building of Plan staff, NGO partners, government partners, communities and volunteers to manage the planning, implementation and monitoring of the Learning program.
3. Work to ensure the realisation of education related rights of children and communities in Timor-Leste, including the engagement of children in relevant aspects of the program.
Work with various stakeholders at the national level to advocate for access to quality education & early learning programs in Timor-Leste
The successful candidate will have:
· At least tertiary education preferably in the field of education, psychology, social sciences, and community development
· Professional courses on: child development, training/adult education, project management, community organising
· At least 5 years experience in managing education or health and community development programs and teams
· Experience in participatory and community development approaches
· Understanding of Timor-Leste’s current development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development in Timor-Leste
Experience in working with child-focused development organisation would be an advantage
Copies of the job description can be obtained via email from info.timorleste@plan-international.org or from Plan Timor-Leste, Rua Pantai Kelapa, Dili, Timor-Leste. Applications need to be in writing, with a covering letter, a current CV and should be submitted by email or hand, not later than 20 Aug 2010. Any questions can be directed to the above email address or phone (+670) 331 2492.
The positions are open to citizens of Timor-Leste. Plan is committed to gender equity, and suitably qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
These are long-term appointments and salary and benefits will be highly competitive for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will be expected to comply with Plan’s “Say Yes to keeping Children Safe” policy.
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Plan Timor-Leste seeks new members
Various Positions
Application deadline: 20-Aug-10
Position Level: Various Levels based on the Job Grading
Languages required: English & Tetun
Plan is an international NGO that works in over 45 countries to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of children, young people and families. It has been working in Timor-Leste since 2001.
1. Security and Disaster Preparedness Specialist
Position Level: D
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili. This position entails 25-50 % travel in Timor-Leste (depending on the current situation), with a willingness to travel extensively to visit all Plan operating locations on a regular and ad hoc basis
Reporting to the Country Program Manager
The Security and Disaster Preparedness Specialist will oversee security management within all Plan Timor-Leste offices and programs and ensure overall readiness in the event of a disaster.
This will involve but is not limited to: re-establishing and promoting a staff culture of security; leading the development and implementation of a disaster preparedness plan; managing security incident reporting; re-instituting basic forms of staff/vehicle movement control to reduce various risks; security guard oversight; and maintaining/reinforcing Standard Operating Procedures.
The successful candidate will have:
· Experience of security management in complex, insecure environments in a developing country
· Experience in conducting participatory risk assessments and preparing situational analyses, including the analysis of factors from both the internal and external environments, identifying crucial risks that have to be addressed, setting objectives and developing plans of actions
· Experience preparing and implementing disaster preparedness plans and coordinating response to a disaster in a developing country context
· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in order to present information quickly and clearly to a variety of audiences, including the ability to communicate effectively in Tetun and/or Bahasa Indonesian (in addition to English); note that dual language skills are MANDATORY
2. Inclusiveness Specialist
Position Level: C
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili with travel to the districts
Reporting to the Advocacy and Governmental Relations Manager
Plan Timor-Leste is committed to assisting children, young people and their communities in the realisation of their rights through both direct program interventions and evidence based advocacy. Advocacy has been recognised as a key element of Plan’s work since its commitment to Child Centred Community Development (CCCD). Advocacy is an important part of programming and a key tool to address the lack of realisation of the rights of children, young people and their communities that contributes to childhood poverty. The main purpose of this role is to mainstream inclusiveness within Plan Timor-Leste’s operations and programs, starting with a focus on disability inclusiveness. During the initial year of this position, the post holder is expected to support the Plan Timor-Leste WASH and Learning programs in developing pilot disability inclusiveness projects and to advocate to the government and communities about disability inclusiveness particularly in the WASH and Education sectors
The successful candidate will have:
· University degree in social science or international development/relations
· Experience in working in the area of disability inclusiveness or another inclusiveness area within Timor-Leste
· Experience in at least one of the following sectors - Water and Sanitation; Education; Child Protection; Child Participation
· Experience in community development
· Project management experience
· Experience in advocacy
3. Learning Manager
Position Level: D
Location: Based at the Plan Timor-Leste Country Office in Dili with travel to the districts.
Reporting to the ECCD Advisor
Plan Timor-Leste is committed to assisting children, young people and their communities in the realisation of their rights through both direct program interventions and evidence-based advocacy. Learning is a key component of Plan’s interventions in Timor-Leste and the main purpose of this role is to:
1. Ensure the successful planning, implementation & overall management of Learning program, focusing particularly on the Hahu Ho Forte (ECCD) program component.
2. Ensure capacity building of Plan staff, NGO partners, government partners, communities and volunteers to manage the planning, implementation and monitoring of the Learning program.
3. Work to ensure the realisation of education related rights of children and communities in Timor-Leste, including the engagement of children in relevant aspects of the program.
Work with various stakeholders at the national level to advocate for access to quality education & early learning programs in Timor-Leste
The successful candidate will have:
· At least tertiary education preferably in the field of education, psychology, social sciences, and community development
· Professional courses on: child development, training/adult education, project management, community organising
· At least 5 years experience in managing education or health and community development programs and teams
· Experience in participatory and community development approaches
· Understanding of Timor-Leste’s current development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development in Timor-Leste
Experience in working with child-focused development organisation would be an advantage
Copies of the job description can be obtained via email from info.timorleste@plan-international.org or from Plan Timor-Leste, Rua Pantai Kelapa, Dili, Timor-Leste. Applications need to be in writing, with a covering letter, a current CV and should be submitted by email or hand, not later than 20 Aug 2010. Any questions can be directed to the above email address or phone (+670) 331 2492.
The positions are open to citizens of Timor-Leste. Plan is committed to gender equity, and suitably qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
These are long-term appointments and salary and benefits will be highly competitive for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will be expected to comply with Plan’s “Say Yes to keeping Children Safe” policy.
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UNITED STATES–TIMOR-LESTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2010
Completed applications must be received by AUGUST 20, 2010 for awards beginning in January 2011.
UNITED STATES–TIMOR-LESTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2010
ANNOUNCEMENT
The East-West Center is pleased to announce the 2010 United States–Timor-Leste (USTL) Scholarship Program competition. The Program, funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, is a competitive, merit-based scholarship program open to East Timorese who meet specific selection criteria.
The objective of the Program is to identify and support the education of academically talented East Timorese who are in the future expected to assume leadership roles in Timor-Leste. Following a “bridge” year of intensive English language preparation, the scholarship normally provides the opportunity to pursue the bachelor’s (S1) degree study at a university in the United States, in fields that are directly relevant to the needs of the country. It will also enable the recipients to obtain a broader understanding of the United States. The scholarship program will include a summer internship in Washington, D.C. as well as a four to five week community service project in Timor-Leste.
Eligible fields of study emphasize areas of critical development needs in Timor-Leste. Students admitted to the undergraduate degree program will pursue fields of study related to agriculture, business, communication, computer science, economics, education, environmental sciences, international relations, political science, psychology, urban planning.
Completed applications must be received by AUGUST 20, 2010 for awards beginning in January 2011.
For 2010, five (5) scholarships will be available.
There are specific eligibility and selection criteria that applicants must satisfy before they can be considered for a scholarship. Please see “Information for Applicants” in the application packet for complete details regarding eligibility and selection criteria.
Applications
In Timor-Leste, an application packet may be obtained from the United States Embassy, Dili. For more information, please contact the East-West Center’s representative in Dili, Ms. Emma Coupland.
Mobile: (+670) 735 8477, or e-mail: USTLscholarship@gmail.com .
Application materials may also be obtained from the Award Services Office at the East-West Center, 1601 East-West Road, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96848-1601, USA.
All application documents contained in the application packet may also be found at the following Internet site: http://www.eastwestcenter.org/studentprograms (Scroll down to USTL Scholarship Program).
Telephone, fax, or e-mail inquiries to the East-West Center should be routed as follows: telephone: 1-808-944-7735; fax: 1-808-944-7730; or e-mail: USTL@EastWestCenter.org . Faxed inquiries should include in large print the individual’s name, mailing address, telephone, and, if available, fax number and e-mail address. All inquiries should reference the 2010 United States–Timor-Leste (USTL) Scholarship Program.
UNITED STATES–TIMOR-LESTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2010
ANNOUNCEMENT
The East-West Center is pleased to announce the 2010 United States–Timor-Leste (USTL) Scholarship Program competition. The Program, funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, is a competitive, merit-based scholarship program open to East Timorese who meet specific selection criteria.
The objective of the Program is to identify and support the education of academically talented East Timorese who are in the future expected to assume leadership roles in Timor-Leste. Following a “bridge” year of intensive English language preparation, the scholarship normally provides the opportunity to pursue the bachelor’s (S1) degree study at a university in the United States, in fields that are directly relevant to the needs of the country. It will also enable the recipients to obtain a broader understanding of the United States. The scholarship program will include a summer internship in Washington, D.C. as well as a four to five week community service project in Timor-Leste.
Eligible fields of study emphasize areas of critical development needs in Timor-Leste. Students admitted to the undergraduate degree program will pursue fields of study related to agriculture, business, communication, computer science, economics, education, environmental sciences, international relations, political science, psychology, urban planning.
Completed applications must be received by AUGUST 20, 2010 for awards beginning in January 2011.
For 2010, five (5) scholarships will be available.
There are specific eligibility and selection criteria that applicants must satisfy before they can be considered for a scholarship. Please see “Information for Applicants” in the application packet for complete details regarding eligibility and selection criteria.
Applications
In Timor-Leste, an application packet may be obtained from the United States Embassy, Dili. For more information, please contact the East-West Center’s representative in Dili, Ms. Emma Coupland.
Mobile: (+670) 735 8477, or e-mail: USTLscholarship@gmail.com .
Application materials may also be obtained from the Award Services Office at the East-West Center, 1601 East-West Road, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96848-1601, USA.
All application documents contained in the application packet may also be found at the following Internet site: http://www.eastwestcenter.org/studentprograms (Scroll down to USTL Scholarship Program).
Telephone, fax, or e-mail inquiries to the East-West Center should be routed as follows: telephone: 1-808-944-7735; fax: 1-808-944-7730; or e-mail: USTL@EastWestCenter.org . Faxed inquiries should include in large print the individual’s name, mailing address, telephone, and, if available, fax number and e-mail address. All inquiries should reference the 2010 United States–Timor-Leste (USTL) Scholarship Program.
IT SPECIALIST
IT SPECIALIST
ARD, Inc.
Through innovation and leadership, ARD, Inc., helps people across the world create the essential conditions for successful economic development. Since it was founded in 1977, ARD has led more than 600 projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean. These projects have helped countries respond to a range of environmental, social, and institutional challenges. ARD has 43 field offices around the globe, in addition to its main office in Burlington, Vermont, and its branch offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, CA.
Closing date: 12 Oct 2010
Location: Timor-Leste
ARD, Inc. (http://www.ardinc.com), a Tetra Tech company, requests expressions of interest from highly qualified Information Technology Specialist candidates for a long-term assignment in East Timor.
Responsibilities:
The Information Technology Specialist will hold responsibility for developing, implementing, and refining a sustainable information technology system. The Information Technology Specialist will also be responsible for training Timorese technical staff in the systems and ensuring a successful handover to local government counter parts.
Minimum qualifications include:
-- A bachelor’s degree;
-- Two years practical experience in network administration;
-- Two years experience living and working in a developing country.
Desirable qualifications include:
-- Language skills in Tetun, Portuguese, or Indonesian Bahassa;
-- Experience in Timor-Leste or the region;
-- GIS skills and experience with ESRI products;
-- Project management and administration; and,
-- Experience on USAID-funded projects.
How to apply
To apply:
Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to kbaccali@ardinc.com, or fax to K. Baccali at 1-802-658-4247. Please reference IT-East Timor in the subject line. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered.
ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operationsin the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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ARD, Inc.
Through innovation and leadership, ARD, Inc., helps people across the world create the essential conditions for successful economic development. Since it was founded in 1977, ARD has led more than 600 projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean. These projects have helped countries respond to a range of environmental, social, and institutional challenges. ARD has 43 field offices around the globe, in addition to its main office in Burlington, Vermont, and its branch offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, CA.
Closing date: 12 Oct 2010
Location: Timor-Leste
ARD, Inc. (
Responsibilities:
The Information Technology Specialist will hold responsibility for developing, implementing, and refining a sustainable information technology system. The Information Technology Specialist will also be responsible for training Timorese technical staff in the systems and ensuring a successful handover to local government counter parts.
Minimum qualifications include:
-- A bachelor’s degree;
-- Two years practical experience in network administration;
-- Two years experience living and working in a developing country.
Desirable qualifications include:
-- Language skills in Tetun, Portuguese, or Indonesian Bahassa;
-- Experience in Timor-Leste or the region;
-- GIS skills and experience with ESRI products;
-- Project management and administration; and,
-- Experience on USAID-funded projects.
How to apply
To apply:
Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to kbaccali@ardinc.com, or fax to K. Baccali at 1-802-658-4247. Please reference IT-East Timor in the subject line. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered.
ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operationsin the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Finance and Administration Officer (national)
Job Specification
JOB TITLE: Finance and Administration Officer (national)
LOCATION: Dili, Timor-Leste
Background to the role:
Trócaire is the Irish Catholic development organisation, which works in solidarity with local development actors throughout the developing world. It currently manages two programmes in Timor (livelihoods and peacebuilding), with three institutional donors, as well as core funding from Trocaire in Ireland.
Responsible for: Implementation of financial systems and reporting as well as day-to-day administration of office and support to Country Representative in areas such as Human Resources.
Key Duties & Responsibilities: Finance:
? Receive and prepare payments
? Maintain records according to best practice and Trocaire?s online
financial software
? Development of financial reports for donors
? Assist Programme Officers to undertake review of partner financial
reports, and provide feedback partners to support their financial
systems and accountability
? Ensure that Trocaire finance policies are fulfilled by all staff and
partners
Administration:
? Maintain and develop procedures to keep the office running smoothly
? Travel bookings
? Liaison with other relevant offices, particularly regional office
Human Resources:
? Management of support staff
? Ensure that Trocaire?s Human Resources policy is implemented well
and is in line with local legislation
Essential skills and experience: ? Minimum three years experience in
finance in non-profit organizations or three years of experience in
finance in a private organization
? University or college education in Finance, Accounting, or related field
? Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, fund accounting,
procurement and financial management of donor funded projects
? High level of reliability, proactivity, objectivity and honesty
? Flexibility, problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure
and within changing structures
? Fluent Tetum ? writing and speaking
? Minimum basic English ? writing and speaking
Desirable skills and experience: ? Experience working in a
church-based organization
? Ability to speak and write in Bahasa Indonesia
? Fluent English
Start date: as soon as possible.
Application procedure:
Submit your CV with a cover letter (in English) to the email address below. Please explain in detail why you think you are the best candidate for this job and include 3 references. Deadline for applications is 18 August at 4:00 pm. Applications will be accepted only by email to Applications@trocairesearo.org WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
JOB TITLE: Finance and Administration Officer (national)
LOCATION: Dili, Timor-Leste
Background to the role:
Trócaire is the Irish Catholic development organisation, which works in solidarity with local development actors throughout the developing world. It currently manages two programmes in Timor (livelihoods and peacebuilding), with three institutional donors, as well as core funding from Trocaire in Ireland.
Responsible for: Implementation of financial systems and reporting as well as day-to-day administration of office and support to Country Representative in areas such as Human Resources.
Key Duties & Responsibilities: Finance:
? Receive and prepare payments
? Maintain records according to best practice and Trocaire?s online
financial software
? Development of financial reports for donors
? Assist Programme Officers to undertake review of partner financial
reports, and provide feedback partners to support their financial
systems and accountability
? Ensure that Trocaire finance policies are fulfilled by all staff and
partners
Administration:
? Maintain and develop procedures to keep the office running smoothly
? Travel bookings
? Liaison with other relevant offices, particularly regional office
Human Resources:
? Management of support staff
? Ensure that Trocaire?s Human Resources policy is implemented well
and is in line with local legislation
Essential skills and experience: ? Minimum three years experience in
finance in non-profit organizations or three years of experience in
finance in a private organization
? University or college education in Finance, Accounting, or related field
? Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, fund accounting,
procurement and financial management of donor funded projects
? High level of reliability, proactivity, objectivity and honesty
? Flexibility, problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure
and within changing structures
? Fluent Tetum ? writing and speaking
? Minimum basic English ? writing and speaking
Desirable skills and experience: ? Experience working in a
church-based organization
? Ability to speak and write in Bahasa Indonesia
? Fluent English
Start date: as soon as possible.
Application procedure:
Submit your CV with a cover letter (in English) to the email address below. Please explain in detail why you think you are the best candidate for this job and include 3 references. Deadline for applications is 18 August at 4:00 pm. Applications will be accepted only by email to Applications@trocairesearo.org WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Notário/Formador
The Timor- Leste Notary Services are looking for a Portuguese speaking Notary Specialist/Trainer.
Applications should be sent to carla.vendinha@undp.org .
Deadline: August 23rd
Terms of Reference bellow:
Função: Notário/Formador
Local de Serviço: Cartório Notarial de Dili
Duração do contrato:Um ano (com possibilidade de prorrogação)
Data de início: 01 de Setembro de 2010
I. DESCRIÇÃO GERAL DA FUNÇÃO:
Sob a coordenação do Centro de Formação Jurídica do Ministério da Justiça (Coordenadora de Formação dos notários), Director Nacional dos Registos e do Notariado e sob a orientação da Consultora Sênior para a Justiça, o notário e formador, terá as seguintes tarefas:
* Em coordenação com o Diretor Nacional dos Registos e do Notariado, implementar o plano de formação para os notários, conservadores e funcionários dos registos e do notariado;
* Prestar assessoria e elaborar parceres jurídicos solicitados pelo Ministério da Justiça em todos os assuntos relacionados com os registos e notariado, nomeadamente relativamente à capacitação profissional e à dotação dos serviços de recursos materiais para o seu pleno funcionamento;
* Praticar actos notariais.
II . DEVERES E RESPONSABILIDADES:
O Notário e formador implementará os planos de formação de notários/conservadores nacionais e dos funcionários dos Registos e do Notariado, desenvolvendo as seguintes actividades:
· Preparação dos temas para cada sessão de formação;
· Leccionar durante as sessões de formação;
· Avaliação dos formandos;
· Elaboração de relatórios escritos sobre o progresso dos formandos;
· Trabalho de monitorização e supervisão;
· Prática de actos notariais.
Prestar assessoria e elaborar parceres jurídicos solicitados pelos parceiros do Ministério da Justiça e outros actores judiciários, se necessário, com o objectivo de atingir os seguintes resultados:
· Assistência na implementação dos regulamentos para a modernização dos serviços prestados ao público;
· Assistência na instalação de equipamentos de melhor qualidade que visem o melhoramento das condições de trabalho e na implementação de ferramentas operacionais para a prática rotineira de actos notariais;
· Apoio na implementação dos procedimentos previstos no Manual Operacional para o Notariado.
· Formação prática de notários/conservadores e funcionários dos Registos e do Notariado.
III. Impacto dos Resultados
* Notários/conservadores formados;
* Funcionários dos Registos e Notariado formados;
* Relatórios dos formandos concluídos;
* Quadro legal aprovado e implementado.
IV. Qualificações
Habilitações Literárias:
* Licenciatura em direito e especialização em Direito Notarial e Registal.
Experiência Profissional:
Pelo menos 5 anos de experiência a nível nacional ou internacional nas seguintes áreas:
* Exercício da função de notário e conservador em país de sistema civilista;
* Planeamento e desenvolvimento estratégicos do governo;
* Redacção e revisão legislativas;
* Gestão de projectos de formação de funcionários públicos;
* Bons conhecimentos de informática.
Outros conhecimentos desejáveis:
* Conhecimento sólido sobre as instituições e funções dos registos e notariado em país de sistema civilista;
* Capacidade para a prática de actos notariais e registrais, implementação de novos sistemas e capacidade para impactar mudança;
* Capacidade para conduzir acções de formação na área dos registos e do notariado;
* Capacidade para fortalecer as organizações locais e capacitação profissional;
- Experiência em países em vias de desenvolvimento é desejável-
VI . Línguas:
Domínio do Português.
Enviar candidaturas (cv e carta de apresentação) até ao dia 23 de Agosto, ao cuidado de :
carla.vendinha@undp.org
Apenas serão contactados os candidatos pré-seleccionados.
Carla Alexandra Vendinha Ferreira
Adviser Liaison Officer
Justice System Programme
http://www.tl.undp.org/justice/
United Nations Development Programme
Timor-Leste
Applications should be sent to carla.vendinha@undp.org .
Deadline: August 23rd
Terms of Reference bellow:
Função: Notário/Formador
Local de Serviço: Cartório Notarial de Dili
Duração do contrato:Um ano (com possibilidade de prorrogação)
Data de início: 01 de Setembro de 2010
I. DESCRIÇÃO GERAL DA FUNÇÃO:
Sob a coordenação do Centro de Formação Jurídica do Ministério da Justiça (Coordenadora de Formação dos notários), Director Nacional dos Registos e do Notariado e sob a orientação da Consultora Sênior para a Justiça, o notário e formador, terá as seguintes tarefas:
* Em coordenação com o Diretor Nacional dos Registos e do Notariado, implementar o plano de formação para os notários, conservadores e funcionários dos registos e do notariado;
* Prestar assessoria e elaborar parceres jurídicos solicitados pelo Ministério da Justiça em todos os assuntos relacionados com os registos e notariado, nomeadamente relativamente à capacitação profissional e à dotação dos serviços de recursos materiais para o seu pleno funcionamento;
* Praticar actos notariais.
II . DEVERES E RESPONSABILIDADES:
O Notário e formador implementará os planos de formação de notários/conservadores nacionais e dos funcionários dos Registos e do Notariado, desenvolvendo as seguintes actividades:
· Preparação dos temas para cada sessão de formação;
· Leccionar durante as sessões de formação;
· Avaliação dos formandos;
· Elaboração de relatórios escritos sobre o progresso dos formandos;
· Trabalho de monitorização e supervisão;
· Prática de actos notariais.
Prestar assessoria e elaborar parceres jurídicos solicitados pelos parceiros do Ministério da Justiça e outros actores judiciários, se necessário, com o objectivo de atingir os seguintes resultados:
· Assistência na implementação dos regulamentos para a modernização dos serviços prestados ao público;
· Assistência na instalação de equipamentos de melhor qualidade que visem o melhoramento das condições de trabalho e na implementação de ferramentas operacionais para a prática rotineira de actos notariais;
· Apoio na implementação dos procedimentos previstos no Manual Operacional para o Notariado.
· Formação prática de notários/conservadores e funcionários dos Registos e do Notariado.
III. Impacto dos Resultados
* Notários/conservadores formados;
* Funcionários dos Registos e Notariado formados;
* Relatórios dos formandos concluídos;
* Quadro legal aprovado e implementado.
IV. Qualificações
Habilitações Literárias:
* Licenciatura em direito e especialização em Direito Notarial e Registal.
Experiência Profissional:
Pelo menos 5 anos de experiência a nível nacional ou internacional nas seguintes áreas:
* Exercício da função de notário e conservador em país de sistema civilista;
* Planeamento e desenvolvimento estratégicos do governo;
* Redacção e revisão legislativas;
* Gestão de projectos de formação de funcionários públicos;
* Bons conhecimentos de informática.
Outros conhecimentos desejáveis:
* Conhecimento sólido sobre as instituições e funções dos registos e notariado em país de sistema civilista;
* Capacidade para a prática de actos notariais e registrais, implementação de novos sistemas e capacidade para impactar mudança;
* Capacidade para conduzir acções de formação na área dos registos e do notariado;
* Capacidade para fortalecer as organizações locais e capacitação profissional;
- Experiência em países em vias de desenvolvimento é desejável-
VI . Línguas:
Domínio do Português.
Enviar candidaturas (cv e carta de apresentação) até ao dia 23 de Agosto, ao cuidado de :
carla.vendinha@undp.org
Apenas serão contactados os candidatos pré-seleccionados.
Carla Alexandra Vendinha Ferreira
Adviser Liaison Officer
Justice System Programme
http://www.tl.undp.org/justice/
United Nations Development Programme
Timor-Leste
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