Finance Officer – Local Position Menzies, Dili, Timor-Leste
ABOUT MENZIES:Menzies School of Health Research is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving Indigenous, global and tropical health. Menzies has a history of over 30 years of scientific discovery and public health achievement, joining with partners across the Asia-Pacific as well as Indigenous communities across northern and central Australia.THE PROJECTS:The Menzies Global and Tropical Health (GTH) Division is committed to tackling key areas of public health concern that impact on the health and wellbeing of people and communities across northern Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. With a focus on translational research we shape our research program through close collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare providers, policy makers and researchers, to target priority health issues. Our aim is to find meaningful and relevant ways to improve the health of people in our region.The Menzies Timor-Leste office currently manages three main projects, STRONG-TL, the Fleming Fund Country Grant for Timor-Leste and a seroprevalence study (ARIA-RISE), with other smaller projects and partnerships running concurrently.Menzies began implementing the first Fleming Fund Country Grant in May 2019, and it has a strong focus to strengthen antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antimicrobial use (AMU) surveillance systems and antimicrobial consumption (AMC) data capture through building laboratory and clinical capacity in both the human and animal health sectors. The project facilitates a stronger One Health approach to surveillance, bringing together multi-sectoral stakeholders to share surveillance data and gain a better understanding of AMR, AMU and AMC. The first Fleming Fund Country Grant has focused mostly at National level, with activities in partnership with National Health Laboratory, Hospital Nacional Guido Valadares (HNGV), Surveillance department at Ministry of Health (MOH), the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) and National Directorate of Veterinary (NDV) at Ministry of Agriculture (MAF). The second Fleming Fund project will see activities expanded to the municipalities, with commencement planned for April 2021.Both projects share aims of health system and laboratory strengthening, and involve mentoring, working alongside, and building the capacity of staff within the clinical, surveillance and laboratory areas.SUMMARY OF POSITION:Reporting to the Country Manager, the Finance Officer is responsible for all financial functions of Menzies Timor-Leste, including accounting, payments including Social Security, banking, budgeting, financial reporting and compliance. The Finance Officer ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Menzies Timor-Leste internal policies and procedures to provide timely reports and assistance to the Country Manager and the Program Coordinators to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.SELECTION CRITERIA:Essential:Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting or finance, or a related field and at least 2 years’ experience in an NGO working in finance and accounting and analysis. Solid experience in managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll and Social Security.Non-profit Organization experience, with experience with fund/grants accounting preferred.Good working knowledge of computer packages including word processing, spreadsheets, power point and TechOne or other accounting software.Fluent in English and Tetum.Proven ability to establish and develop productive partnerships, manage sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.Initiative, good judgement and strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to work under broad direction as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to think analytically and critically and to synthesize relevant data in the stated area(s) of interest.Desirable:Strategic thinker who possesses solid business acumen and can organize and manage multiple priorities.Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and the ability to interact effectively with others, both internally and externally.Closing date: 2nd May 2021 To apply for this position, please refer to http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ and select / click on the Finance Officer – Local Position, Menzies, Dili, Timor-Leste role. Please ensure to attach your application letter and Curriculum Vitae with three references, Copy of Identity Card/ BI or Electoral Card and Copy of Good behavior certificate (kelakuan baik) before or by the 2nd May 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. Menzies Timor-Leste is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.Position Description AUDDili