Head of Programs Timor-Leste

Are you a self-motivated, and hands-on leader? Do you want to contribute to impactful research and health system strengthening programs in Timor-Leste? Menzies is seeking a dynamic Head of Programs to join our team and oversee the next phase of our program.  Location: Dili, Timor-LesteContract: Initial 12-month contract, with the possibility of extension About the Role: As Head of Programs, you will play a pivotal leadership role in managing and delivering Menzies’ health research and health system strengthening activities across Timor-Leste. You will work closely with our technical teams, strategic reference group, government and development partners, and regional collaborators to ensure high-quality, impactful programming aligned with national health priorities. Key Responsibilities:Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of health research and health system strengthening projects Provide strategic and operational support to ensure program excellence and accountabilityMaintain high standards in program management, reporting, monitoring and evaluationRepresent Menzies with professionalism and integrity, building strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and the broader community About You:We’re looking for a Timorese national who is:A proven leader with strong experience in managing health or development programsA confident communicator and collaborator with experience working with government and donor stakeholdersSkilled in program and team management, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on implementationPassionate about strengthening local research capacity and improving health outcomes in Timor-Leste To apply or request more information, please contact antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.au or visit http://careers.menzies.edu.au/. Closing date: 23rd July 2025Click here to download the Position Description AUD Dili

Head of Programs Timor-Leste

  • Fixed Term Full-time Role, Based in Dili, Timor-Leste
  • Excellent Career Progression
  • Excellent Work Environment and Teamwork

Are you a self-motivated, and hands-on leader? Do you want to contribute to impactful research and health system strengthening programs in Timor-Leste? Menzies is seeking a dynamic Head of Programs to join our team and oversee the next phase of our program. 

 

Location: Dili, Timor-Leste

Contract: Initial 12-month contract, with the possibility of extension

 

About the Role:

 

As Head of Programs, you will play a pivotal leadership role in managing and delivering Menzies’ health research and health system strengthening activities across Timor-Leste. You will work closely with our technical teams, strategic reference group, government and development partners, and regional collaborators to ensure high-quality, impactful programming aligned with national health priorities.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of health research and health system strengthening projects

Provide strategic and operational support to ensure program excellence and accountability

Maintain high standards in program management, reporting, monitoring and evaluation

Represent Menzies with professionalism and integrity, building strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and the broader community

 

About You:

We’re looking for a Timorese national who is:

A proven leader with strong experience in managing health or development programs

A confident communicator and collaborator with experience working with government and donor stakeholders

Skilled in program and team management, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on implementation

Passionate about strengthening local research capacity and improving health outcomes in Timor-Leste

 

To apply or request more information, please contact antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.au or visit http://careers.menzies.edu.au/.

Closing date: 23rd July 2025

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