JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Internally & Externally
CARE International in
Timor-Leste - CITL
Department
/
Project
: Program Quality
Position
: Deputy Project Manager: Business and Enterprise
Supervisor
: PQ Unit Manager
Grade
: B
Country
Office
: CARE Timor International in Timor Leste (CITL)
Salary
:
From $881 per month plus benefits
Location
of
Work
: Base in Dili, with some travel to field locations
Position
Report
To
: PQ unit Manager
Position
Supervisors
: N/A
Job
Description Prepared by : PQM
Date Job
Description Updated : 25 January 2016
Date Job
Description Evaluated: N/A
Contract
period
: June 30, 2016 with possibility of extension
INTRODUCTION:
CARE is an international
development and humanitarian aid organization fighting global poverty, with a
special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their
communities. As a non-religious and non-political organization, CARE works with
communities to help overcome poverty by supporting development efforts and
providing emergency assistance. We believe supporting women and girls is one of
the most effective ways to create sustainable outcomes in poor communities.
CARE’s long term program
focuses on women and girls in rural disadvantaged areas with four priority
areas: Sexual Reproductive and Maternal Health and Rights, Women’s Economic
Empowerment, Women’s Voice and Education.
A.
PURPOSE
OF THE POSITION:
The DPM Business and
Enterprise is responsible to lead the private sector engagement and social
enterprise initiatives at CARE International in Timor-Leste (CITL). This will
include providing specific technical advice to support the program in terms of
business planning and development, social enterprise practices, market analysis
and working with the private sector. The role will also lead on the development
of key private sector partnerships to support the implementation of CITL’s
program.
B.
MAIN
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Private Sector/Partner
Engagement
·
Oversee the expansion of the
private sector partnership portfolio for CITL to support its long term program
priority areas
·
Represent CITL on key external
networks and forums and engage actively to raise CITL’s profile in this sector
·
Liaise with relevant government
ministries, UN agencies and other stakeholders and represent CITL as required
2.
Social Enterprise Development
·
Lead assessments and analysis
related to PSE and social enterprise development
·
Lead development of business
plans for social enterprise development initiatives
·
Provide technical advice to
relevant projects on small business management and entrepreneurship
3.
Marketing Objectives and Implementing Strategies
·
Provide technical leadership
and support in relevant proposal development (with private sector partnerships)
and sourcing of private sector funds to support CARE’s long term program
·
Oversee the development and
adaption of materials and technical tools as relevant to projects
·
Develop Private Sector
Engagement Strategy for CITL
4.
Capacity Development
·
Provide capacity development
support on private sector engagement and social enterprise to CARE staff as
relevant
5. Other
· To proactively participate in the APPA process
including the annual appraisal, midyear review and regular 1:1 meetings,
ensuring that the APPA process (including the paperwork) is an integral
component of Annual Work Plans and activities
· Promote a safe and secure work environment; foster a
culture of safety and security awareness and consistently follow all CARE
safety and security policies, procedures and directives
· Demonstrate an understanding of gender equality and
women’s empowerment and a commitment to CARE’s approach and values including
ethnic diversity and cultural sensitivity
· Uphold and promote CARE’s commitment to Child
Protection
C.
EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS:
·
Postgraduate degree in business,
commerce or other related technical degree
·
Three years experience in
private sector work in the Timor Leste context, ideally combined with knowledge
and experience of humanitarian, development and/or social sectors
·
Experience in the design and
development of market analysis and business planning and basic financial
management
·
Proven track record in managing
a team and partnerships
·
Willingness to travel to the
municipalities including rural areas for a period of time
·
Ability to provide technical
guidance, coaching and mentoring to work colleagues using good inter personal
skills
·
Strong leadership and
facilitation skills with an ability to work independently
·
Ability to comply with and
uphold all relevant CARE International in Timor Leste policies and standard
procedures
·
Computer literacy within
standard Microsoft Office programs, i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, and data
bases and excellent communication skills both written and spoken in English and
Tetun
In return of your commitment
you will benefit from ongoing professional development fostered within an
innovative and forward thinking environment, plus a comprehensive benefits
package.
To apply to this position,
please email or submit your application letter and Curriculum Vitae with two
references (Please DO NOT attached the other documents) to teresa.barros@careint.org OR to HR Unit,
CARE International Timor-Leste, Bairo Pitte, Dili, OR by email before or by
date deadline on 31 January 2016. Only successful candidates will be
contacted for the interview.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Internally & Externally
CARE International in
Timor-Leste – CITL
Department
/
Project
: Program Quality
Position
: Business and Enterprise Officer
Supervisor
: PQ Unit Manager
Grade
: C
Country
Office
: CARE Timor International in Timor Leste (CITL)
Salary
:
From $702 per month plus benefits
Location
of
Work
: Base in Dili, with some travel to field locations
Position
Report
To
: Deputy Project Manager: Business and Enterprise
Position
Supervisors
: N/A
Job
Description Prepared by : PQ Unit Manager
Date Job
Description Updated : 25 January 2016
Date Job
Description Evaluated: N/A
Contract
period
: June 30, 2016
INTRODUCTION:
CARE is an international
development and humanitarian aid organization fighting global poverty, with a
special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities.
As a non-religious and non-political organization, CARE works with communities
to help overcome poverty by supporting development efforts and providing
emergency assistance. We believe supporting women and girls is one of the most
effective ways to create sustainable outcomes in poor communities.
CARE’s long term program
focuses on women and girls in rural disadvantaged areas with four priority
areas: SRM Health and Rights, Women’s Economic Empowerment, Women’s Voice and
Education.
D.
PURPOSE
OF THE POSITION:
The Business and Enterprise
Officer will support the DPM Business and Enterprise on private sector
engagement and social enterprise initiatives at CARE International in
Timor-Leste (CITL). This will include providing support to the projects and
program in terms of small business management and development, markets and
working with the private sector. The role will also provide training to
communities in entrepreneurship, basic business skills and management.
E.
MAIN
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Private Sector/Partner
Engagement
·
Support the DPM Business and
Enterprise in building and maintaining strong partnerships in the private
sector and related to business development
2.
Social Enterprise Development
·
Support assessments and analysis
related to markets, private sector engagement and social enterprise development
·
Support the development of
business plans for social enterprise development initiatives
·
Provide technical advice to
relevant projects on small business planning, management and entrepreneurship
skills
3.
Marketing Objectives and Implementing Strategies
·
Oversee the development and
adaption of materials and technical tools as relevant to projects
·
Support the development of
Private Sector Engagement Strategy for CITL
4.
Capacity Development
·
Provide capacity development
support and training to CARE staff, partners and communities on basic business
development and management skills
5. Other
· To proactively participate in the APPA process
including the annual appraisal, midyear review and regular 1:1 meetings,
ensuring that the APPA process (including the paperwork) is an integral
component of Annual Work Plans and activities
· Promote a safe and secure work environment; foster a
culture of safety and security awareness and consistently follow all CARE
safety and security policies, procedures and directives
· Demonstrate an understanding of gender equality and
women’s empowerment and a commitment to CARE’s approach and values including
ethnic diversity and cultural sensitivity
· Uphold and promote CARE’s commitment to Child
Protection
F.
EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS:
·
Degree in business, commerce or
other related degree
·
Some experience in the private
sector or business development initiatives in the Timor Leste context, ideally
combined with knowledge and experience of humanitarian, development and/or
social sectors
·
Experience in the design and
development of market analysis and business planning and basic financial
management
·
Willingness to travel to the
municipalities including rural areas for a period of time
·
Training and facilitation skills
·
Ability to comply with and
uphold all relevant CARE International in Timor Leste policies and standard
procedures
·
Computer literacy within
standard Microsoft Office programs, i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, and data
bases
·
Excellent communication skills
in both written and spoken in Tetun, English skills desirable
In return of your commitment
you will benefit from ongoing professional development fostered within an
innovative and forward thinking environment, plus a comprehensive benefits
package.
To apply to this position,
please email or submit your application letter and Curriculum Vitae with two
references (Please DO NOT attached the other documents) to teresa.barros@careint.org OR to HR Unit,
CARE International Timor-Leste, Bairo Pitte, Dili, OR by email before or by
date deadline on 31 January 2016. Only successful candidates will be
contacted for the interview.
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CARE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a
diverse workforce. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. CARE International
Timor-Leste is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas we
work. CARE International Timor-Leste reserves the right to conduct screening
procedures to ensure a child-safe environment.
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