The Program The Government of Australia in partnership with the Government of Timor-Leste have invested significant resources to support the improvement of health outcomes for the people of Timor-Leste, particularly for women and children. Australia’s support to Timor-Leste’s health sector started in 2002 during the emergency phase after the country gained its independence. Among the recent investments is Australia’s AUD7.5 million per annum contribution (2016 – 2018), delivered through the Partnership for Human Development (PHD), which Abt International is implementing together with various health implementing partners.
In order to improve the nutritional status of all Timorese people, particularly women and children, the Government of Australia through PHD has invested in a number of nutrition programs and initiatives including Hamutuk (currently piloted in Suku Holarua – Manufahi), the President’s Nutrition Program and the provision of technical assistance across sectors and outside of PHD. Aligned with recommendations from the review of Australia’s investments in nutrition in Timor-Leste (scheduled for 2017), PHD will explore further opportunities to support the Government of Timor-Leste to improve nutrition and food security outcomes. The Senior Program Coordinator will primarily work with the Technical Lead-Nutrition to assist with the management and support of PHD nutrition sector activities including Hamutuk and the Presidents Nutrition Program. The position will also contribute to other cross sector nutrition activities within PHD. The position will act as Deputy to the Technical Lead – Nutrition and when relevant, represent the Technical Lead - Nutrition at meetings, conferences and seminars relevant to the nutrition sector. Further duties will include: · Provide line management support to the PNP and Hamutuk program coordinators including performance development in line with the approved work plan and budget · Assist the Technical Lead – Nutrition to effectively implement nutrition sector activities in particular, Hamutuk and the President Nutrition Program · Contribute to the annual work planning process by providing technical inputs and reporting · Manage the day-to-day administrative and financial tasks of the nutrition sector · Undertake program monitoring and reviews and contribute to other sectoral reviews when required · Prepare timely and accurate program reports as required The preferred candidates will have experience working in Timor-Leste or a similar setting. Formal qualifications and experience in Nutrition would be highly regarded. Further position details and application information is detailed below. For Further Information and Application details Should you experience difficulties with submitting your application online, applications may also be lodged through emailhr@phd.tl - in this instance, please insert the job title in the email subject heading. Applications close Wednesday, 6th September 2017 (11pm Timor-Leste). We welcome all applications, however due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that only shortlisted candidates selected for interview will be contacted. About Abt Associates 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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