East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility
PROJECT OFFICER – Prison Leadership Program
GRM is the Managing Contractor for the Australian Government assistance provided to Timor-Leste via the East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility (ETJSSF) - The Justice Facility
We are seeking a Project Officer to work with the Prison Leadership Program
Timorese and non – Timorese applicants residing in Timor Leste are encouraged to apply
Instructions for Applicants
All applications are screened for compliance upon receipt. Only those applications that comply with all instructions and include a completed Application Cover Sheet (see below) will be forwarded to the staff responsible for technical evaluation.
Please contact Tony Ku via email on: Tony.Ku@grm.tl or +670 331 2207 if you have any questions.
Please submit with your application by November 30th, 2010 to: Tony.Ku@grm.tl or Justice Facility Office Bairro De Villa Verde.
Please provide the following document:
· A completed application coversheet, available below at the last page of this document, including an expected monthly salary ( US$ )
· Your curriculum vitae.
Applications can be in English, Portuguese, Tetun and should not contain any additional material.
Assessment
A panel will assess applications on the basis of technical merit and value for money.
Applications that are assessed by the panel as being technically suitable for the assignment will receive a financial assessment. Final scores will be weighted as follows:
♦ 80% for technical score
♦ 20% for financial score
The final score is calculated as follows:
(Lowest Price / Applicant’s Price x 20) + (Lowest Score/Applicants Score x 80).
Note that only those applications from candidates who are able to fulfil all the requirements of the position will be assessed financially.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to travel to Australia and must be available to do so.
A. TERMS OF REFERENCE
Project Officer, Prison Leadership Program
Reports to: HRM Adviser, Justice Facility
Primary counterparts Prison leadership program participants and Prison managers.
Duration 1 year fixed term
Location Based in the Justice Facility
Language The sector agencies use Portuguese and Tetun (official languages), as well as Bahasa Indonesia and English (working languages). A high level of proficiency in written and spoken English and Tetun is required.
Responsibilities/tasks
Under the guidance and direction of the Human Resource Management Adviser, assist with the design, implementation, co-ordination, and administration of the Prison Leadership Program. Specifically,
· Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all key stakeholders .
· Co-ordinate travel arrangements for all personnel developing and participating in the Prison Leadership Program
· Co-ordinate English classes for program participants, including monitoring progress to ensure attendance and English competence is achieved.
· Provide administration and communications support for the design of the Leadership program
· Co-ordinate the program delivery with key counterparts in the Prison
· Work with Australian trainers to tailor and deliver the program to participants
· Support the design of a program monitoring and evaluation process.
· Undertake the program monitoring, evaluation and reporting requirements.
· Support the design of a cultural induction program for participants prior to commencing the program in Australia.
· Provide on-going care and support for all program participants to ensure effective cultural integration into Australian working environment.
B. SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Experience
· Experience working in a Human Resource, Training or Administration area.
· Experience or exposure working with the Prison system in Timor-Leste
· Understanding of capacity challenges in Public Service of Timor-Leste
Other Qualities/Competencies
· Spoken and written English language skills
· Proficiency in Tetun or Portugese language
· Experience/exposure to Australian culture and working environment
· Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with people from different cultures and backgrounds;
· Ability to be flexible and to identify a variety of solutions to issues that may arise;
· Ability to work as part of a team with a commitment and skills to resolve conflict in the workplace;
· Ability to maintain confidentiality in difficult working environments
Hilary Goode
Project Coordinator
GRM International
Level 27, 150 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne 3000
Victoria, Australia
TEL: +61 3 8676 6820 FAX: +61 3 8676 6888
Website: www.grminternational.com
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Position: Security Investigator (Trainee Level)
The Embassy of the United States of America
The U.S. Embassy in Dili is seeking an individual for the position of Security Investigator in its Security Office located at Rua Praia dos Coqueiros – Comoro, Dili, Timor-Leste.
Position: Security Investigator (Trainee Level)
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:
Incumbent Briefs and keeps the Regional Security Officer informed on police security and civil, criminal and court procedures of the host country. Trains the FSN (Foreign Service National) security staff in investigative techniques, development of personal interviews, and methods of improving liaison with local authorities. Conducts FSN recertification investigations for all FSN employees and maintains appropriate tracking and administrative files. Trains and assists the Local Guard Force Commander in local guard program management. Maintains and establishes liaison with the local police and provides for liaison continuity during RSO (Regional Security Officer) staff turnover. Is the focal point for police liaison for VIP protection for all VIP visits. In coordination with the RSO, reviews the Ambassador’s schedules to identify specific events and times where police assistance, protective coverage, surveillance detection coverage is appropriate. Personally conducts the most complex investigations generated by the RSO office, Diplomatic Security headquarters, other federal, state and local agencies, and other Embassies. These investigations include, but are not limited to: counter terrorist issues, counter intelligence issues; conflicting source testimony in suitability cases, immigration or consular fraud, passport and visa fraud, theft and pilferage of USG (United State Government) property, allegations of malfeasance, fiscal irregularities, threats, security incidents, break-ins, assaults and robberies. Organizes meetings for RSO, with high-ranking Timorese law enforcement and judicial authorities. Also assists in coordinating ILEA (International Law Enforcement Academy) training for Timorese government representatives.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1) Completion of secondary school; 2) At least two years of experience in investigations or industrial security field with military office, NGOs, police investigative office or private organizations is required 3 Level III (Good working knowledge) of English and host country language (Tetum) is required); 4) A working knowledge of the Foreign Affairs Manual pertaining to security and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. A working knowledge of documentary sources of information and familiarity with local laws pertaining to marriage, divorce, adoption, military service, etc. Must be familiar with civil and criminal procedures followed at various levels of civil and criminal courts in the host country and with certain local laws particularly those relating to marriage, divorce, adoption, legitimization, and military service; 5) Ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local agencies. Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining information or evidence. Ability to train and supervise the work of others and reports in precise English
WHO MAY APPLY: Local nationals or anyone with the required permits and documentation to legally seek employment in Timor-Leste.
HOW TO APPLY: Complete DS-174 (Universal Application for Employment). Application forms and detailed Position Description are available at the US. Embassy Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV which contains the same information as required in form DS-174.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, Attention: Recruitment American Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste
E-mail: DiliHR2@State.gov or Fax: +670-3313206
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CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: December 7, 2010
The U.S. Embassy in Dili is seeking an individual for the position of Security Investigator in its Security Office located at Rua Praia dos Coqueiros – Comoro, Dili, Timor-Leste.
Position: Security Investigator (Trainee Level)
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:
Incumbent Briefs and keeps the Regional Security Officer informed on police security and civil, criminal and court procedures of the host country. Trains the FSN (Foreign Service National) security staff in investigative techniques, development of personal interviews, and methods of improving liaison with local authorities. Conducts FSN recertification investigations for all FSN employees and maintains appropriate tracking and administrative files. Trains and assists the Local Guard Force Commander in local guard program management. Maintains and establishes liaison with the local police and provides for liaison continuity during RSO (Regional Security Officer) staff turnover. Is the focal point for police liaison for VIP protection for all VIP visits. In coordination with the RSO, reviews the Ambassador’s schedules to identify specific events and times where police assistance, protective coverage, surveillance detection coverage is appropriate. Personally conducts the most complex investigations generated by the RSO office, Diplomatic Security headquarters, other federal, state and local agencies, and other Embassies. These investigations include, but are not limited to: counter terrorist issues, counter intelligence issues; conflicting source testimony in suitability cases, immigration or consular fraud, passport and visa fraud, theft and pilferage of USG (United State Government) property, allegations of malfeasance, fiscal irregularities, threats, security incidents, break-ins, assaults and robberies. Organizes meetings for RSO, with high-ranking Timorese law enforcement and judicial authorities. Also assists in coordinating ILEA (International Law Enforcement Academy) training for Timorese government representatives.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1) Completion of secondary school; 2) At least two years of experience in investigations or industrial security field with military office, NGOs, police investigative office or private organizations is required 3 Level III (Good working knowledge) of English and host country language (Tetum) is required); 4) A working knowledge of the Foreign Affairs Manual pertaining to security and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. A working knowledge of documentary sources of information and familiarity with local laws pertaining to marriage, divorce, adoption, military service, etc. Must be familiar with civil and criminal procedures followed at various levels of civil and criminal courts in the host country and with certain local laws particularly those relating to marriage, divorce, adoption, legitimization, and military service; 5) Ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local agencies. Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining information or evidence. Ability to train and supervise the work of others and reports in precise English
WHO MAY APPLY: Local nationals or anyone with the required permits and documentation to legally seek employment in Timor-Leste.
HOW TO APPLY: Complete DS-174 (Universal Application for Employment). Application forms and detailed Position Description are available at the US. Embassy Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV which contains the same information as required in form DS-174.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, Attention: Recruitment American Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste
E-mail: DiliHR2@State.gov or Fax: +670-3313206
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CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: December 7, 2010
Finance Officer - Grants
East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility
Finance Officer - Grants
GRM is the Managing Contractor for the Australian Government assistance provided to Timor-Leste via the East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility (ETJSSF) - The Justice Facility
This position is open to applicants on a locally engaged basis. Timorese nationals are encouraged to apply, but foreign nationals residing in Timor-Leste will also be considered.
Instructions for Applicants
Please submit with your application by Friday 3rd December to Tony Ku: tony.ku@grm.tl
Justice Facility Office, Bairro De Villa Verde phone number 3312207 - 08.
Applications should be in English and should not contain any additional material. Applications via email are preferred.
Please provide the following document:
· A completed application coversheet, available below at the last page of this document, including an expected monthly salary ( US$ )
· Your curriculum vitae.
Applications can be in English, Portuguese, Tetun and should not contain any additional material.
Assessment
A panel will assess applications on the basis of technical merit and value for money.
Applications that are assessed by the panel as being technically suitable for the assignment will receive a financial assessment. Final scores will be weighted as follows:
♦ 80% for technical score
♦ 20% for financial score
The final score is calculated as follows:
(Lowest Price / Applicant’s Price x 20) + (Lowest Score/Applicants Score x 80).
Note that only those applications from candidates who are able to fulfil all the requirements of the position will be assessed financially.
A. TERMS OF REFERENCE
Finance Officer, Grants
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Primary counterparts NGO, Grant Recipients
Duration 1 year fixed term, with the possibility of extension to December 2012.
Location Based in Dili. Some travel to the Districts required.
Language The sector agencies use Portuguese and Tetun (official languages), as well as Bahasa Indonesia and English (working languages).
Under the overall support and direction of the Finance and Administration Manager undertake the following:
· Provide ongoing Financial Management advice to Civil Society Team Project Officers in the area of finance and grant procedure.
· Ensure grant administration is undertaken in a manner that is consistent with Justice Facility Grant Guidelines.
· Ensure activity implementers receive appropriate financial and administrative support, including timely transfers of activity operational funds.
· Ensure that payment to grant recipients is in line with agreed milestone schedule.
· Establish and maintain system to track grant milestone payment and provide monthly reconciliation.
· Conduct bank account reconciliation and internal audit of grant financial report.
· Assist Finance and Administration Manager in financial report training to grant recipient.
· Maintaining adequate electronic and hardcopy of grant financial records and other important document.
· Perform other duties as directed.
B. SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Experience
· Experience working in a Finance, with a focus on grant financial management;
· Experience in training or demonstrating to others good financial procedures;
· Understanding of financial practices example accountability and financial management;
· Sound understanding of working in civil society, especially in Timor Leste.
Other Qualities/Competencies
· Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent is highly desirable;
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Software;
· Fluency in Tetun and Bahasa Indonesian is essential; good English skills are also important and Portuguese would be an advantage
· Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds;
· Ability to be flexible and to identify a variety of solutions to issues that may arise;
Hilary Goode
Project Coordinator
GRM International
Level 27, 150 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne 3000
Victoria, Australia
TEL: +61 3 8676 6820 FAX: +61 3 8676 6888
Website: www.grminternational.com
Finance Officer - Grants
GRM is the Managing Contractor for the Australian Government assistance provided to Timor-Leste via the East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility (ETJSSF) - The Justice Facility
This position is open to applicants on a locally engaged basis. Timorese nationals are encouraged to apply, but foreign nationals residing in Timor-Leste will also be considered.
Instructions for Applicants
Please submit with your application by Friday 3rd December to Tony Ku: tony.ku@grm.tl
Justice Facility Office, Bairro De Villa Verde phone number 3312207 - 08.
Applications should be in English and should not contain any additional material. Applications via email are preferred.
Please provide the following document:
· A completed application coversheet, available below at the last page of this document, including an expected monthly salary ( US$ )
· Your curriculum vitae.
Applications can be in English, Portuguese, Tetun and should not contain any additional material.
Assessment
A panel will assess applications on the basis of technical merit and value for money.
Applications that are assessed by the panel as being technically suitable for the assignment will receive a financial assessment. Final scores will be weighted as follows:
♦ 80% for technical score
♦ 20% for financial score
The final score is calculated as follows:
(Lowest Price / Applicant’s Price x 20) + (Lowest Score/Applicants Score x 80).
Note that only those applications from candidates who are able to fulfil all the requirements of the position will be assessed financially.
A. TERMS OF REFERENCE
Finance Officer, Grants
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Primary counterparts NGO, Grant Recipients
Duration 1 year fixed term, with the possibility of extension to December 2012.
Location Based in Dili. Some travel to the Districts required.
Language The sector agencies use Portuguese and Tetun (official languages), as well as Bahasa Indonesia and English (working languages).
Under the overall support and direction of the Finance and Administration Manager undertake the following:
· Provide ongoing Financial Management advice to Civil Society Team Project Officers in the area of finance and grant procedure.
· Ensure grant administration is undertaken in a manner that is consistent with Justice Facility Grant Guidelines.
· Ensure activity implementers receive appropriate financial and administrative support, including timely transfers of activity operational funds.
· Ensure that payment to grant recipients is in line with agreed milestone schedule.
· Establish and maintain system to track grant milestone payment and provide monthly reconciliation.
· Conduct bank account reconciliation and internal audit of grant financial report.
· Assist Finance and Administration Manager in financial report training to grant recipient.
· Maintaining adequate electronic and hardcopy of grant financial records and other important document.
· Perform other duties as directed.
B. SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Experience
· Experience working in a Finance, with a focus on grant financial management;
· Experience in training or demonstrating to others good financial procedures;
· Understanding of financial practices example accountability and financial management;
· Sound understanding of working in civil society, especially in Timor Leste.
Other Qualities/Competencies
· Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent is highly desirable;
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Software;
· Fluency in Tetun and Bahasa Indonesian is essential; good English skills are also important and Portuguese would be an advantage
· Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds;
· Ability to be flexible and to identify a variety of solutions to issues that may arise;
Hilary Goode
Project Coordinator
GRM International
Level 27, 150 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne 3000
Victoria, Australia
TEL: +61 3 8676 6820 FAX: +61 3 8676 6888
Website: www.grminternational.com
National Adviser for Planning Secretariat
East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility
National Adviser for Planning Secretariat
GRM is the Managing Contractor for the Australian Government assistance provided to Timor-Leste via the East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility (ETJSSF) - The Justice Facility
This position is open to applicants on a locally engaged basis. Timorese nationals are encouraged to apply, but foreign nationals residing in Timor-Leste will also be considered.
Instructions for Applicants
Please submit with your application by Friday 3rd December to Tony Ku: tony.ku@grm.tl
Justice Facility Office, Bairro De Villa Verde phone number 3312207 - 08.
Applications should be in English and should not contain any additional material. Applications via email are preferred.
A. TERMS OF REFERENCE
National Adviser fro Planning Secretariat
Reports to: Facility Manager
Primary counterparts Vice Minister of Justice, Director General of Justice, Justice Sector Institutional Heads, Planning Secretariat Staff.
Duration 12 months; with the possibility of extension until December 2012.
Location Based in Dili. Some travel to the Districts required.
Language The sector agencies use Portuguese and Tetun (official languages), as well as Bahasa Indonesia and English (working languages).
Background:
The Justice Sector Institutions, comprised by the Ministry of Justice, the Court, the Prosecution Service and the Public Defenders’ Office, and assisted greatly by national and international Civil Society organizations have produced the Justice Sector Strategic Plan (2010-2030). This Plan was approved by the Council of Coordination on 12 February 2010 and endorsed by the Council of Ministers on 31 March 2010.
Two mechanisms were proposed for the implementation of the Strategic Plan: first, the establishment of a planning secretariat to undertake coordination functions to ensure that the plan is consistently implemented by the justice institutions; second is the Access to Justice Dialogue Forum as a means to initiate ongoing discussions with stakeholders on issues that concern the development of the justice.
The Planning Secretariat has the following roles:
· Prepare the information; research, statistics and analysis, needed by the Council of Coordination (CoC) to make decisions on the implementation of projects and mechanisms under the Justice Sector Strategic Plan (Strategic Plan).
· Develop the Justice Sector Map in order to set out the coordinated approach to establishing new judicial districts and providing justice services.
· Manage and coordinate implementation of projects and mechanisms under the Strategic Plan.
· Monitor and evaluate progress and maintain communication on active projects with all relevant institutions and partners.
· Support the Administration and Finance Departments/Directorates in the respective justice institutions, during the annual and medium term planning and budgeting.
· Propose to the CoC a mechanism for alignment and coordination of international support to the justice sector and provide the CoC with accurate financial information on project implementation, including donor support where relevant.
· Organise the holding of bi-annual Access to Justice Dialogue Forums and manage public information tasks[1] as they relate to the Strategic Plan.
· Provide logistical assistance to the CoC and draft a Management calendar for the regular meetings of the CoC.
The National Adviser for Planning Secretariat will have the following responsibilities:
1. Provide technical support to the head of the Planning Secretariat, once appointed, to manage the office and its staff to undertake their responsibilities to fulfil the Planning Secretariat mandate and perform the role of Head of the Planning Secretariat until the position is filled;
2. Provide technical support to the Technical professional staff to undertake their duties as defined for the Planning Secretariat, including implementation of the monitoring information system (SIPE – Systema Implementasaun Planu Estrategiku) , which is critical for M&E and tracking and co-ordination of projects;
3. Ensure the Vice Minister and Director General remain up to date and supportive of agreed Facility priorities, support close relationships between senior stakeholders and Facility advisers and provide specific advice to the Facility on communication strategies
4. Ensure close co-operation with the Director and Head of the Planning Unit under the Directorate of the Administration and Finance to ensure full participation of national directors in the implementation of the Strategic Plan through the annual action planning and budget process;
5. Support the Office of the Director General to coordinate activities with development partners, including the National Priority Process;
6. Support the Integrated Information Management Systems Project, especially the creation and management of the User Coordination Group, linked to the Planning Secretariat;
7. Supervise the Facility’s Activity Liaison Office working within the Planning Secretariat on a day to day basis;
8. Support the Secretariat to prepare agendas and minutes for the Council of Coordination meeting and ensure agenda items are linked to the Strategic Plan;
9. Develop and implement a capacity development program for the planning secretariat staff, under the guidance of the Facility Human Resource and Capacity Development Adviser.
B. SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Experience
· Experience in supporting reform processes in Government, involving a range of stakeholders, ensuring Timorese leadership and input into planning and decision making.
· Experience in advocating for change in line with defined program objectives and work as part a cohesive team with other advisers and sector employees
· Strong management, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to build the capacity of others in these areas
· Sound understanding of the justice sector in Timor-Leste, with the ability to engage successfully at Ministerial and senior management level
· Good verbal and written language skills in Tetun, Portuguese and English, with Bahasa Indonesia an advantage
Other Qualities/Competencies
· Qualifications - a degree in law, management or social science is essential.
Salary will be consistent with National Adviser rates established by the Government of Timor-Leste and will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Hilary Goode
Project Coordinator
GRM International
Level 27, 150 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne 3000
Victoria, Australia
TEL: +61 3 8676 6820 FAX: +61 3 8676 6888
Website: www.grminternational.com
National Adviser for Planning Secretariat
GRM is the Managing Contractor for the Australian Government assistance provided to Timor-Leste via the East Timor Justice Sector Support Facility (ETJSSF) - The Justice Facility
This position is open to applicants on a locally engaged basis. Timorese nationals are encouraged to apply, but foreign nationals residing in Timor-Leste will also be considered.
Instructions for Applicants
Please submit with your application by Friday 3rd December to Tony Ku: tony.ku@grm.tl
Justice Facility Office, Bairro De Villa Verde phone number 3312207 - 08.
Applications should be in English and should not contain any additional material. Applications via email are preferred.
A. TERMS OF REFERENCE
National Adviser fro Planning Secretariat
Reports to: Facility Manager
Primary counterparts Vice Minister of Justice, Director General of Justice, Justice Sector Institutional Heads, Planning Secretariat Staff.
Duration 12 months; with the possibility of extension until December 2012.
Location Based in Dili. Some travel to the Districts required.
Language The sector agencies use Portuguese and Tetun (official languages), as well as Bahasa Indonesia and English (working languages).
Background:
The Justice Sector Institutions, comprised by the Ministry of Justice, the Court, the Prosecution Service and the Public Defenders’ Office, and assisted greatly by national and international Civil Society organizations have produced the Justice Sector Strategic Plan (2010-2030). This Plan was approved by the Council of Coordination on 12 February 2010 and endorsed by the Council of Ministers on 31 March 2010.
Two mechanisms were proposed for the implementation of the Strategic Plan: first, the establishment of a planning secretariat to undertake coordination functions to ensure that the plan is consistently implemented by the justice institutions; second is the Access to Justice Dialogue Forum as a means to initiate ongoing discussions with stakeholders on issues that concern the development of the justice.
The Planning Secretariat has the following roles:
· Prepare the information; research, statistics and analysis, needed by the Council of Coordination (CoC) to make decisions on the implementation of projects and mechanisms under the Justice Sector Strategic Plan (Strategic Plan).
· Develop the Justice Sector Map in order to set out the coordinated approach to establishing new judicial districts and providing justice services.
· Manage and coordinate implementation of projects and mechanisms under the Strategic Plan.
· Monitor and evaluate progress and maintain communication on active projects with all relevant institutions and partners.
· Support the Administration and Finance Departments/Directorates in the respective justice institutions, during the annual and medium term planning and budgeting.
· Propose to the CoC a mechanism for alignment and coordination of international support to the justice sector and provide the CoC with accurate financial information on project implementation, including donor support where relevant.
· Organise the holding of bi-annual Access to Justice Dialogue Forums and manage public information tasks[1] as they relate to the Strategic Plan.
· Provide logistical assistance to the CoC and draft a Management calendar for the regular meetings of the CoC.
The National Adviser for Planning Secretariat will have the following responsibilities:
1. Provide technical support to the head of the Planning Secretariat, once appointed, to manage the office and its staff to undertake their responsibilities to fulfil the Planning Secretariat mandate and perform the role of Head of the Planning Secretariat until the position is filled;
2. Provide technical support to the Technical professional staff to undertake their duties as defined for the Planning Secretariat, including implementation of the monitoring information system (SIPE – Systema Implementasaun Planu Estrategiku) , which is critical for M&E and tracking and co-ordination of projects;
3. Ensure the Vice Minister and Director General remain up to date and supportive of agreed Facility priorities, support close relationships between senior stakeholders and Facility advisers and provide specific advice to the Facility on communication strategies
4. Ensure close co-operation with the Director and Head of the Planning Unit under the Directorate of the Administration and Finance to ensure full participation of national directors in the implementation of the Strategic Plan through the annual action planning and budget process;
5. Support the Office of the Director General to coordinate activities with development partners, including the National Priority Process;
6. Support the Integrated Information Management Systems Project, especially the creation and management of the User Coordination Group, linked to the Planning Secretariat;
7. Supervise the Facility’s Activity Liaison Office working within the Planning Secretariat on a day to day basis;
8. Support the Secretariat to prepare agendas and minutes for the Council of Coordination meeting and ensure agenda items are linked to the Strategic Plan;
9. Develop and implement a capacity development program for the planning secretariat staff, under the guidance of the Facility Human Resource and Capacity Development Adviser.
B. SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Experience
· Experience in supporting reform processes in Government, involving a range of stakeholders, ensuring Timorese leadership and input into planning and decision making.
· Experience in advocating for change in line with defined program objectives and work as part a cohesive team with other advisers and sector employees
· Strong management, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to build the capacity of others in these areas
· Sound understanding of the justice sector in Timor-Leste, with the ability to engage successfully at Ministerial and senior management level
· Good verbal and written language skills in Tetun, Portuguese and English, with Bahasa Indonesia an advantage
Other Qualities/Competencies
· Qualifications - a degree in law, management or social science is essential.
Salary will be consistent with National Adviser rates established by the Government of Timor-Leste and will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Hilary Goode
Project Coordinator
GRM International
Level 27, 150 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne 3000
Victoria, Australia
TEL: +61 3 8676 6820 FAX: +61 3 8676 6888
Website: www.grminternational.com
Technical Assistance in Rural Infrastructure in Liquiçá District
Bilateral cooperation framework with the Government of Timor-Leste (GoTL)
AGENCIA ESPAÑOLA DE COOPERACIÓN INTERNACIONAL PARA EL DESARROLLO (AECID)
Terms of Reference (ToR)
Technical Assistance in Rural Infrastructure in Liquiçá District
(Timor-Leste)
BACKGROUND
Timor-Leste is a very young country situated in the Polynesian islands, it shares a border with Indonesian West Timor; the country is 467 kilometers from west to east and in places up to 90 kilometers wide. The climate is hot and humid and temperatures range between 34ºC in summer and 24ºC in winter. The character of Timor-Leste's vegetation reflects the islands' position between tropical Indonesia and the dry North West Australia.
Liquiçá is a district situated on the north coast about 28 km west of the capital, Dili, and has three sub-districts Liquiçá, Bazartete and Maubara. It is composed of 23 villages, and has an area of 543 km2. Liquiçá has a potential for agriculture, fishing, trading and tourism and industrial development and has many resources inside of Liquiçá. On the other hand, Liquiçá has poor infrastructure due to recent conflicts and environmental conditions.
Liquiçá has the following infrastructure characteristics:
1. Roads: Liquiçá has the main of road that connecting to Dili capital with Indonesia. The road network is about 300km long and the main road near to the coast and has bad or good condition depending on the season. There are other roads that connect with the sucos. About 40% of the population lives along or near the main road, the other 60% lives in scattered villages in the hills with poor road access. These are in poor condition and need serious repair and rehabilitation. The access for these roads is cut in the rainy season raising transport costs, limiting the access of the more vulnerable population to the local markets for to sale of their produce, the purchase of consumer goods and opportunities for off-farm employment.
2. Water supply: The most sustainable water source was destroyed during the 1999 violence; accordingly, the water supply amount was reduced to about 40% of the total demand. People spend a considerable amount of time fetching water, time which could be spent in other more productive activities. In addition, there are several waterborne diseases which reduce human resource productivity in rural areas. So, Liquiçá needs to rehabilitate the water supply system for the agriculture uses and the households.
3. Agricultural infrastructure: The economy of Liquiçá depends mainly on agricultural activities, but, this requires more technology and support to develop infrastructure such as terraces and water channels for improving productivity. The water channel network was destroyed by environmental conditions and a lack of maintenance.
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The intervention framework of the Rural Development Project in Liquiçá II (RDPL II) comes from the vision of rural development under a territorial approach, which includes a coordinated participatory process which aims to improve the quality of life of the inhabitants in the rural area.
The territorial approach is based in the strengthening of a territorial identity through a value enhancement strategy of the endogenous resources, based on the identification and coordination of different groups or persons who are interested in the social, cultural and economic development of the territory.
The objective is to develop a common rural development strategy, creating the basis for the productive transformation of the territory (Liquiçá District), promoting partnership and civil society participation through a Rural Development Commission to guarantee the sustainability of the projects.
An appropriate methodology for development of the territorial strategy should follow, in theory, the following steps: selection and identification of the territory; definition and analysis of the territorial capital (natural, human, social, cultural, economical, physical capitals); development of the territorial strategy; and creation of a collective dynamics around such a strategy; and the strengthening of local institutions focused on the implementation of an inclusive development strategy.
This project aims to create a platform for interaction between actors with the aim of strengthening the social fabric of the territory, hence promoting participatory processes in which international staff supervision begins, in a second phase, to act as facilitators rather than an executing agency.
The overall objective of the project is to reduce poverty levels in rural areas in Liquiçá through the social organization of the territory and introducing a gender equity approach. While the specific objective is to improve income levels and facilitate social cohesion in the district of Liquiçá, the establishment of a Rural Development Commission may also serve as institutional platform to enhance competitiveness of the territory. This may be achieved through the promotion of private initiatives, improving rural infrastructure, encouraging the participation of women, youth and organized groups and taking into account the conservation of the environment.
Furthermore, the project budget has been designed primarily for two programs of implementation, one encourages private initiatives, and the other seeks to improve rural infrastructure and services in order to enhance productivity, facilitate access to markets and social cohesion of the territory.
2. PURPOSE OF THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
One primary outcome of this project is to prompt efforts to improve rural infrastructure and services in order to enhance productivity, facilitate access to markets and improve social cohesion within the territory. In this sense the RDPL II is seeking an international civil engineer to provide technical assistance. The purpose of this consultancy is to give professional support to RDPL II staff for a duration of one year; to coordinate all aspects of infrastructure development activities including conducting monitoring of the interventions in rural roads, agricultural infrastructure, water and sanitation infrastructure provision, rehabilitations works, heritage reconstruction, and other construction related activities in close coordination with the community.
Other duties of the technical assistant include contract management; technology transfer; capacity building for the management of rural infrastructure projects with a participatory base; and the preparation of training on infrastructure maintenance for community members in Liquiçá District. The consultant will need to have work experience in tropical and rural areas,
1. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The assistant will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
4.1. Construction Assistance and Monitoring:
* Provide technical advice and support in planning and budgeting of construction activities for the RDPL II team.
* Conduct regular site visits, oversee and provide technical instructions and guidance to the staff and/or construction enterprises in infrastructure activities (roads rehabilitation, rebuilds, water and sanitation construction, etc)
* Provide technical recommendations on problems encountered at the construction sites.
* Provide support and guidance to community and the government counterparts who are responsible for system maintenance in order to strengthen community participation and ensure abidance by environmental standards.
* Identify problems and propose remedial actions to accelerate/improve program delivery.
* Undertake work in accordance with construction standards and safety measures and follow-up on government certification of each project.
4.2. Contract Management:
* Understand the scope and critical elements of approved or proposed projects including but not limited to: financial, geographical, technical, project sequence, logistical, manpower and safety requirements, providing advice and support to other functions in areas of expertise
* Design and establish a schedule and initiate activities related to infrastructure as per the Liquiçá District Strategic Plan.
* Coordinate all aspects of infrastructure provision for RDPL II, including contract management and monitoring of constructions enterprise activities.
* Work closely with the district administrator, directors of Ministries in Liquiçá, sucos chiefs and other partners in ensuring government participation. Coordinate RDPL II activities with other planned infrastructure activities in Liquiçá made by other institutions.
* Ensure that bills of quantities prepared for all enterprises are in accordance with the technical specifications and estimates provided.
* Prepare and organize logistical issues in relation to the various aspects of construction, i.e. procurements, delivery, distribution of materials and other resources etc. under the project in accordance with the work schedule
4.3. Capacity Building:
* Build capacity of community groups, partners and RDPL II staff on technical monitoring of infrastructure activities.
* Build capacity of community groups, representatives of the local government, or representatives of other organizations in maintenance of infrastructure.
* Prepare training packages specifically designed according to the characteristics of communities, local governments or other organizations, to increase the capacities and to carry out works and infrastructure projects and rural services.
4.4. Reporting and Administration:
* Prepare, organize and analyze communications, progress activity reports, and financial documentation in relation to the activities in construction activities, and regular reporting to the Program Coordinator.
* Participate in meetings with partners and other RDPL II stakeholders.
* Prepare presentations, when required, of both proposed and ongoing work for approval by Program and Operations management, using visual aids such as bar charts, critical path analysis, and network and diagrams procedures
* Provide interpretation/translation into English or Tetun/Portuguese as required for the relevant documents on infrastructure issues.
1. EXPECTED BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced university Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical areas.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the field of design, engineering and construction, preferably in rural tropical zones with difficult access.
Minimum 3 years of experience associated with construction work: organizing community groups; capacity building & training on both technical and institution building aspects
Good technical knowledge of construction methods, sequence of events, logistics and other factors that will impact the development, progress and safe completion of individual and multiple projects.
Experience in monitoring schedules for multiple, simultaneous projects
* Experience in reporting under a logical framework method, in critical path analysis, and network and diagrams procedures.
Experience in conducting trainings, and in capacity building for different local groups.
* Experience in use the Windows tools, and other software necessary for the assistance.
Fluency in English and knowledge of Spanish/Portuguese, both written and oral is a requirement.
* License to drive a car and/or motorbike
1. REQUIRED SKILLS
Aptitude or Personality Requirements
* Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment; good health and willingness and ability to work under a multidisciplinary team/approach
* Commitment to participation of key stakeholders
* Ability to integrate activities with the RDPL II coordination and technical team
* Facilitation and negotiation skills
* Good understanding of development issues with emphasis on participation and sustainability
* Ability for to work under pressure
Communications skills
* Excellent report writing and reporting skills
* Ability to learn local languages
* Patience and understanding at working with local community groups
Other skills
* Ability to travel and live in locations with difficult conditions
1. CONDITIONS
Duty Station: The position is based in Liquiçá district (Timor-Leste), with travel to the sub-districts and communities required.
Duration: The duration for the contract is 12 months. Starting at third week of January 2011
Direct supervisor: Rural Development Project in Liquiçá II Project Coordinator
The total agreed price for the all services as assistance constituting the purpose of the contract is fixed at: 40.800,00 (Forty thousand eight hundred 00/100 U.S. Dollars) as follows:
* The quantity of 33.800 USD as Technical Assistance service total salary.
* The quantity of 7.000 USD for preparing training packages.
The modality of payment will be monthly (3.400 U.S. Dollars per month)
All the expenses related to the travel, accommodation, transportation, insurance and visas will be fully covered by the assistant.
7. DEADLINE AND SUBMISSIONS OF CVS
The deadline for submission of CV´s is 3rd December 2010 at 23:59 hrs. in Timor Leste (UTC+9:00).
Interested candidates should submit their Application Letter and CV with two references by email to:
Ms. Beatriz Marciel – RDPL II Project Administrator
beatriz.marciel@fundacionetea.org
With cc. to Ms. Zeidy Edith Chunga Liu – RDPL II Project Manager
zeidy.chunga@fundacionetea.org
The work is expected to start in third week of January 2011.
Short listed applications will be contacted for interview by Skype.
AGENCIA ESPAÑOLA DE COOPERACIÓN INTERNACIONAL PARA EL DESARROLLO (AECID)
Terms of Reference (ToR)
Technical Assistance in Rural Infrastructure in Liquiçá District
(Timor-Leste)
BACKGROUND
Timor-Leste is a very young country situated in the Polynesian islands, it shares a border with Indonesian West Timor; the country is 467 kilometers from west to east and in places up to 90 kilometers wide. The climate is hot and humid and temperatures range between 34ºC in summer and 24ºC in winter. The character of Timor-Leste's vegetation reflects the islands' position between tropical Indonesia and the dry North West Australia.
Liquiçá is a district situated on the north coast about 28 km west of the capital, Dili, and has three sub-districts Liquiçá, Bazartete and Maubara. It is composed of 23 villages, and has an area of 543 km2. Liquiçá has a potential for agriculture, fishing, trading and tourism and industrial development and has many resources inside of Liquiçá. On the other hand, Liquiçá has poor infrastructure due to recent conflicts and environmental conditions.
Liquiçá has the following infrastructure characteristics:
1. Roads: Liquiçá has the main of road that connecting to Dili capital with Indonesia. The road network is about 300km long and the main road near to the coast and has bad or good condition depending on the season. There are other roads that connect with the sucos. About 40% of the population lives along or near the main road, the other 60% lives in scattered villages in the hills with poor road access. These are in poor condition and need serious repair and rehabilitation. The access for these roads is cut in the rainy season raising transport costs, limiting the access of the more vulnerable population to the local markets for to sale of their produce, the purchase of consumer goods and opportunities for off-farm employment.
2. Water supply: The most sustainable water source was destroyed during the 1999 violence; accordingly, the water supply amount was reduced to about 40% of the total demand. People spend a considerable amount of time fetching water, time which could be spent in other more productive activities. In addition, there are several waterborne diseases which reduce human resource productivity in rural areas. So, Liquiçá needs to rehabilitate the water supply system for the agriculture uses and the households.
3. Agricultural infrastructure: The economy of Liquiçá depends mainly on agricultural activities, but, this requires more technology and support to develop infrastructure such as terraces and water channels for improving productivity. The water channel network was destroyed by environmental conditions and a lack of maintenance.
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The intervention framework of the Rural Development Project in Liquiçá II (RDPL II) comes from the vision of rural development under a territorial approach, which includes a coordinated participatory process which aims to improve the quality of life of the inhabitants in the rural area.
The territorial approach is based in the strengthening of a territorial identity through a value enhancement strategy of the endogenous resources, based on the identification and coordination of different groups or persons who are interested in the social, cultural and economic development of the territory.
The objective is to develop a common rural development strategy, creating the basis for the productive transformation of the territory (Liquiçá District), promoting partnership and civil society participation through a Rural Development Commission to guarantee the sustainability of the projects.
An appropriate methodology for development of the territorial strategy should follow, in theory, the following steps: selection and identification of the territory; definition and analysis of the territorial capital (natural, human, social, cultural, economical, physical capitals); development of the territorial strategy; and creation of a collective dynamics around such a strategy; and the strengthening of local institutions focused on the implementation of an inclusive development strategy.
This project aims to create a platform for interaction between actors with the aim of strengthening the social fabric of the territory, hence promoting participatory processes in which international staff supervision begins, in a second phase, to act as facilitators rather than an executing agency.
The overall objective of the project is to reduce poverty levels in rural areas in Liquiçá through the social organization of the territory and introducing a gender equity approach. While the specific objective is to improve income levels and facilitate social cohesion in the district of Liquiçá, the establishment of a Rural Development Commission may also serve as institutional platform to enhance competitiveness of the territory. This may be achieved through the promotion of private initiatives, improving rural infrastructure, encouraging the participation of women, youth and organized groups and taking into account the conservation of the environment.
Furthermore, the project budget has been designed primarily for two programs of implementation, one encourages private initiatives, and the other seeks to improve rural infrastructure and services in order to enhance productivity, facilitate access to markets and social cohesion of the territory.
2. PURPOSE OF THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
One primary outcome of this project is to prompt efforts to improve rural infrastructure and services in order to enhance productivity, facilitate access to markets and improve social cohesion within the territory. In this sense the RDPL II is seeking an international civil engineer to provide technical assistance. The purpose of this consultancy is to give professional support to RDPL II staff for a duration of one year; to coordinate all aspects of infrastructure development activities including conducting monitoring of the interventions in rural roads, agricultural infrastructure, water and sanitation infrastructure provision, rehabilitations works, heritage reconstruction, and other construction related activities in close coordination with the community.
Other duties of the technical assistant include contract management; technology transfer; capacity building for the management of rural infrastructure projects with a participatory base; and the preparation of training on infrastructure maintenance for community members in Liquiçá District. The consultant will need to have work experience in tropical and rural areas,
1. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The assistant will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
4.1. Construction Assistance and Monitoring:
* Provide technical advice and support in planning and budgeting of construction activities for the RDPL II team.
* Conduct regular site visits, oversee and provide technical instructions and guidance to the staff and/or construction enterprises in infrastructure activities (roads rehabilitation, rebuilds, water and sanitation construction, etc)
* Provide technical recommendations on problems encountered at the construction sites.
* Provide support and guidance to community and the government counterparts who are responsible for system maintenance in order to strengthen community participation and ensure abidance by environmental standards.
* Identify problems and propose remedial actions to accelerate/improve program delivery.
* Undertake work in accordance with construction standards and safety measures and follow-up on government certification of each project.
4.2. Contract Management:
* Understand the scope and critical elements of approved or proposed projects including but not limited to: financial, geographical, technical, project sequence, logistical, manpower and safety requirements, providing advice and support to other functions in areas of expertise
* Design and establish a schedule and initiate activities related to infrastructure as per the Liquiçá District Strategic Plan.
* Coordinate all aspects of infrastructure provision for RDPL II, including contract management and monitoring of constructions enterprise activities.
* Work closely with the district administrator, directors of Ministries in Liquiçá, sucos chiefs and other partners in ensuring government participation. Coordinate RDPL II activities with other planned infrastructure activities in Liquiçá made by other institutions.
* Ensure that bills of quantities prepared for all enterprises are in accordance with the technical specifications and estimates provided.
* Prepare and organize logistical issues in relation to the various aspects of construction, i.e. procurements, delivery, distribution of materials and other resources etc. under the project in accordance with the work schedule
4.3. Capacity Building:
* Build capacity of community groups, partners and RDPL II staff on technical monitoring of infrastructure activities.
* Build capacity of community groups, representatives of the local government, or representatives of other organizations in maintenance of infrastructure.
* Prepare training packages specifically designed according to the characteristics of communities, local governments or other organizations, to increase the capacities and to carry out works and infrastructure projects and rural services.
4.4. Reporting and Administration:
* Prepare, organize and analyze communications, progress activity reports, and financial documentation in relation to the activities in construction activities, and regular reporting to the Program Coordinator.
* Participate in meetings with partners and other RDPL II stakeholders.
* Prepare presentations, when required, of both proposed and ongoing work for approval by Program and Operations management, using visual aids such as bar charts, critical path analysis, and network and diagrams procedures
* Provide interpretation/translation into English or Tetun/Portuguese as required for the relevant documents on infrastructure issues.
1. EXPECTED BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced university Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical areas.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the field of design, engineering and construction, preferably in rural tropical zones with difficult access.
Minimum 3 years of experience associated with construction work: organizing community groups; capacity building & training on both technical and institution building aspects
Good technical knowledge of construction methods, sequence of events, logistics and other factors that will impact the development, progress and safe completion of individual and multiple projects.
Experience in monitoring schedules for multiple, simultaneous projects
* Experience in reporting under a logical framework method, in critical path analysis, and network and diagrams procedures.
Experience in conducting trainings, and in capacity building for different local groups.
* Experience in use the Windows tools, and other software necessary for the assistance.
Fluency in English and knowledge of Spanish/Portuguese, both written and oral is a requirement.
* License to drive a car and/or motorbike
1. REQUIRED SKILLS
Aptitude or Personality Requirements
* Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment; good health and willingness and ability to work under a multidisciplinary team/approach
* Commitment to participation of key stakeholders
* Ability to integrate activities with the RDPL II coordination and technical team
* Facilitation and negotiation skills
* Good understanding of development issues with emphasis on participation and sustainability
* Ability for to work under pressure
Communications skills
* Excellent report writing and reporting skills
* Ability to learn local languages
* Patience and understanding at working with local community groups
Other skills
* Ability to travel and live in locations with difficult conditions
1. CONDITIONS
Duty Station: The position is based in Liquiçá district (Timor-Leste), with travel to the sub-districts and communities required.
Duration: The duration for the contract is 12 months. Starting at third week of January 2011
Direct supervisor: Rural Development Project in Liquiçá II Project Coordinator
The total agreed price for the all services as assistance constituting the purpose of the contract is fixed at: 40.800,00 (Forty thousand eight hundred 00/100 U.S. Dollars) as follows:
* The quantity of 33.800 USD as Technical Assistance service total salary.
* The quantity of 7.000 USD for preparing training packages.
The modality of payment will be monthly (3.400 U.S. Dollars per month)
All the expenses related to the travel, accommodation, transportation, insurance and visas will be fully covered by the assistant.
7. DEADLINE AND SUBMISSIONS OF CVS
The deadline for submission of CV´s is 3rd December 2010 at 23:59 hrs. in Timor Leste (UTC+9:00).
Interested candidates should submit their Application Letter and CV with two references by email to:
Ms. Beatriz Marciel – RDPL II Project Administrator
beatriz.marciel@fundacionetea.org
With cc. to Ms. Zeidy Edith Chunga Liu – RDPL II Project Manager
zeidy.chunga@fundacionetea.org
The work is expected to start in third week of January 2011.
Short listed applications will be contacted for interview by Skype.
ob Title: Staff Associate, Center for International Conflict Resolution, East Timor
Columbia University
School of International and Public Affairs
Center for International Conflict Resolution
Job Title: Staff Associate, Center for International Conflict Resolution, East Timor
Summary Job Description:
Columbia University's Center for International Conflict Resolution (CICR), based at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), seeks a staff associate (research). Primary responsibility will be to assist officers of research and faculty at CICR in the conduct of research on international mediation projects. Duties will include support research into early warning and early response mechanisms, focusing on local conflict, community tensions and possible peace-building interventions in Timor-Leste; support CICR officers of research and faculty in producing articles and publications, and in the elaboration of conflict-sensitive policy reform proposals based on field-work, research and comparative methodologies; gather data and implement existing conflict assessment methodologies, recommending and supporting system improvements and adaptations to local circumstances as needed; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant):
Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in international affairs or related field and three years full-time experience in conflict research, conflict transformation methods, or related field are required.
Additional Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications (Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant):
Must have prior experience working in a post-conflict and development setting and knowledge of conflict resolution theory and practice. Linguistic aptitude, willingness to become fluent in Tetum, and willingness to live in Timor-Leste is a further requirement. Strong organizational, planning and communication skills essential. Strong writing, research and analytical skills required. Significant computer fluency required in Word, Excel, and Access. Must have ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and experience in a mentoring position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in international affairs or related field. Experience producing research work for academic publication and in data analysis. Fluency in Tetum will be considered a distinct advantage. Knowledge of Tetum, Bahasa, Indonesian, or Portuguese an advantage.
Four plus years of related experience preferred. Experience with early warning systems and knowledge of conflict prevention mechanisms an advantage. Significant computer fluency in MySQL preferred. Experience and competency using communications techniques and graphical software a distinct advantage.
Additional Information:
The initial appointment is for a term of 12 months starting on 1 January 2011 and is renewable, depending on performance and the availability of funding.
Persons interested in the position must complete an on-line submission in order to be considered at the Recruitment of Academic Personnel System (RAPS) website at:
https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54041
Screening of the candidates will begin immediately and the search will remain open through December 19, 2010. For further information, please contact Alba Taveras, Administrative Assistant, Center for International Conflict Resolution, at at2049@columbia.edu.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
--
Sarah Dewhurst
CICR Program Manager
Columbia University
Belun, Timor-Leste
+670 742 8371
sarah.belun@gmail.com
sd2633@columbia.edu
School of International and Public Affairs
Center for International Conflict Resolution
Job Title: Staff Associate, Center for International Conflict Resolution, East Timor
Summary Job Description:
Columbia University's Center for International Conflict Resolution (CICR), based at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), seeks a staff associate (research). Primary responsibility will be to assist officers of research and faculty at CICR in the conduct of research on international mediation projects. Duties will include support research into early warning and early response mechanisms, focusing on local conflict, community tensions and possible peace-building interventions in Timor-Leste; support CICR officers of research and faculty in producing articles and publications, and in the elaboration of conflict-sensitive policy reform proposals based on field-work, research and comparative methodologies; gather data and implement existing conflict assessment methodologies, recommending and supporting system improvements and adaptations to local circumstances as needed; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant):
Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in international affairs or related field and three years full-time experience in conflict research, conflict transformation methods, or related field are required.
Additional Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications (Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant):
Must have prior experience working in a post-conflict and development setting and knowledge of conflict resolution theory and practice. Linguistic aptitude, willingness to become fluent in Tetum, and willingness to live in Timor-Leste is a further requirement. Strong organizational, planning and communication skills essential. Strong writing, research and analytical skills required. Significant computer fluency required in Word, Excel, and Access. Must have ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and experience in a mentoring position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in international affairs or related field. Experience producing research work for academic publication and in data analysis. Fluency in Tetum will be considered a distinct advantage. Knowledge of Tetum, Bahasa, Indonesian, or Portuguese an advantage.
Four plus years of related experience preferred. Experience with early warning systems and knowledge of conflict prevention mechanisms an advantage. Significant computer fluency in MySQL preferred. Experience and competency using communications techniques and graphical software a distinct advantage.
Additional Information:
The initial appointment is for a term of 12 months starting on 1 January 2011 and is renewable, depending on performance and the availability of funding.
Persons interested in the position must complete an on-line submission in order to be considered at the Recruitment of Academic Personnel System (RAPS) website at:
https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54041
Screening of the candidates will begin immediately and the search will remain open through December 19, 2010. For further information, please contact Alba Taveras, Administrative Assistant, Center for International Conflict Resolution, at at2049@columbia.edu.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
--
Sarah Dewhurst
CICR Program Manager
Columbia University
Belun, Timor-Leste
+670 742 8371
sarah.belun@gmail.com
sd2633@columbia.edu
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