Social Affairs Advisor

Job Description

• Locally Engaged Position
• Based in Dili, Timor-Leste
• Full-time to May 2021, with possibility of extension

Background

In line with dispatch No. 064/PM/VII/2020, of 27 July, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Timor-Leste, delegated the Deputy Prime Minister the coordination of the Government’s Social Affairs portfolio, namely the duties within the scope of the Ministries of Social Solidarity and Inclusion (MSSI), Health (MoH), Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS), and Higher Education, Science and Culture. In order to support the Deputy Prime Minister, the cabinet is looking for a highly trained individual to oversee the coordination, harmonization, development and monitoring of programs in the existing social affairs portfolio across those Ministries.

At the Government of Timor-Leste’s request, this position will be supported by the Government of Australia (DFAT) through the Australia Timor-Leste Partnership for Human Development (ATLPHD) program. ATLPHD supports the Timor-Leste Government to deliver higher quality and inclusive services in primary health, basic education, and social protection.

About the Position

The Social Affairs Adviser will provide specialized technical support to coordinate, harmonise, monitor and evaluate the Government’s social affairs programs and projects developed and implemented by the Ministries of Social Solidarity and Inclusion, Health, Education, Youth and Sports, and Higher Education, Science and Culture, as well as supporting the development of projects within the scope of Ministry of Social Solidarity and Inclusion. The Adviser will serve as an Adviser to the Deputy Prime Minister and report to the Chief of Cabinet.

The main responsibilities of the Social Affairs Adviser are:

• Work on harmonizing program policies and strategies for the social affairs sector from the different government departments of the target Ministries in line with the National Strategic Plan 2011-2030 and the program of the VIII Constitutional Government
• Assess the availability of policy, legal and operational instruments and resources, propose improvements, and oversee coordination and development of these, as necessary
• Facilitate effective linkages and collaboration across the Planning Departments of the target Ministries and UPMA, to plan, cost, implement, assess and report on the social affairs strategies and programs
• Provide advice to health, education and social protection pillars of ATLPHD to improve coordination and impact of programs activities in support of the Government of Timor-Leste

The successful candidate will bring:

• Master or Postgraduate degree in the areas of management, education, public health, or social and development policy.
• Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in a relevant field
• Experience in leadership and advisory roles in the public sector
• Experience in training and mentoring
• Interpersonal skills with high level of analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Tetum, Portuguese; knowledge of English and Indonesian desirable

How to apply

Further information in regards to this opportunity can found in the Position Description available from the Careers page of Abt Associates website: http://www.abtassociates.com.au/careers/job-search

Applications can be lodged through PHD Human Resources email hr@phd.tl - Please insert the job title in the email subject heading. All applications are to include a current CV and cover letter.

Applications close - Friday, 9 October 2020 (11pm Timor-Leste)

We welcome and thank all applications, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About the Organization

Abt Associates is a recognised leader in the international development sector. Working with our many partners, Abt Associates implements bold innovative solutions to improve the lives of the community and deliver valued outcomes for our clients. We provide a comprehensive range of services from policy to service delivery in the public and private sectors contributing to long term benefits for clients and communities. Operating in remote and challenging environments, we offer innovative solutions, extensive experience in the region, strong technical capacity, and a proven project management track record. We are committed to gender equity in our employment strategies and encourage applications from capable women. Abt Associates is a child safe organisation and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

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