Health Resource and Partnership Officer, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste

ABOUT MENZIES:As one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies School of Health Research continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:This position will support Menzies’ work on several projects focusing on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Timor-Leste. Specific project details are included in the statement of duties.The Health Resource Development and Partnership Officer will be supervised by Project manager AMR Timor-LesteThe Health Resource Development and Partnership Officer will provide support to the project management team in liaising and coordinating activities with international partners and donors (Department of Health and Social Care through UKaid, and Welcome Trust) involved with the work related to Antimicrobial Resistance. This includes projects such as the Fleming Fund Country Grant to Timor-Leste, and Centers for Antimicrobial Optimization network (CAMO-Net). The role will also involve working with the technical teams to identify and develop health resources, including, but not limited to resources used for training purposes. SELECTION CRITERIA:1. Qualifications: Relevant qualification in communication or public health and at least two years’ experience in the relevant field2. Essential Criteria:Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and TetunExtensive experience working with internal and international partners, and international donors.Knowledge of project management, including setting goals, identifying audiences, planning tasks and resources, developing systems and procedures to track progress.Demonstrated experience in developing health resources to meet project needs in strengthening health system capacity, including monitoring the effectiveness of the resources to achieve the outcome.Capacity to work independently without direct supervision under broad direction and as part of a team.Demonstrated initiative, good judgement, strong problem-solving skills, strong work ethic and flexibility with work tasks.Demonstrated ability to assess and establish priorities, manage competing deadlines against expected timeframes, while maintaining accuracy and quality.Willingness to learn, continuously improve and respond positively to feedback and supervision.Hold or be able to obtain a National Police Clearance certificate.Understanding of and commitment to Menzies values, the principles of Equal Opportunity and contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace. Please see a full list of Primary Responsibilities and Statement of Duties of Health Resource and Partnership Officer in the position description below. How To Apply:To apply for this position, please refer to http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ and select / click on the Health Resource and Partnership Officer, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste role.Applicants are required to provide the following support documents:Updated Resume/CV with three referencesCover LetterA statement addressing the selection criteriaCopy of Electoral/BI cardCopy of Good behavior certificate (kelakuan baik)Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Closing date:  24th November 2024Antonio FernandesHR OfficerEmail: antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.auMenzies Timor-Leste is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace and gender equality. Government employees recommended to seek support from immediate supervisor.Health Resource and Partnership Officer - Position Description AUD Dili

Health Resource and Partnership Officer, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste

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

ABOUT MENZIES:

As one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies School of Health Research continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

 

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

This position will support Menzies’ work on several projects focusing on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Timor-Leste. Specific project details are included in the statement of duties.

The Health Resource Development and Partnership Officer will be supervised by Project manager AMR Timor-Leste

The Health Resource Development and Partnership Officer will provide support to the project management team in liaising and coordinating activities with international partners and donors (Department of Health and Social Care through UKaid, and Welcome Trust) involved with the work related to Antimicrobial Resistance. This includes projects such as the Fleming Fund Country Grant to Timor-Leste, and Centers for Antimicrobial Optimization network (CAMO-Net). The role will also involve working with the technical teams to identify and develop health resources, including, but not limited to resources used for training purposes.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Qualifications: Relevant qualification in communication or public health and at least two years’ experience in the relevant field

2. Essential Criteria:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Tetun
  • Extensive experience working with internal and international partners, and international donors.
  • Knowledge of project management, including setting goals, identifying audiences, planning tasks and resources, developing systems and procedures to track progress.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing health resources to meet project needs in strengthening health system capacity, including monitoring the effectiveness of the resources to achieve the outcome.
  • Capacity to work independently without direct supervision under broad direction and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated initiative, good judgement, strong problem-solving skills, strong work ethic and flexibility with work tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess and establish priorities, manage competing deadlines against expected timeframes, while maintaining accuracy and quality.
  • Willingness to learn, continuously improve and respond positively to feedback and supervision.
  • Hold or be able to obtain a National Police Clearance certificate.
  • Understanding of and commitment to Menzies values, the principles of Equal Opportunity and contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace.

 

Please see a full list of Primary Responsibilities and Statement of Duties of Health Resource and Partnership Officer in the position description below.

 

How To Apply:

To apply for this position, please refer to http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ and select / click on the Health Resource and Partnership Officer, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste role.

Applicants are required to provide the following support documents:

  • Updated Resume/CV with three references
  • Cover Letter
  • A statement addressing the selection criteria
  • Copy of Electoral/BI card
  • Copy of Good behavior certificate (kelakuan baik)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date:  24th November 2024

Antonio Fernandes

HR Officer

Email: antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.au

Menzies Timor-Leste is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace and gender equality. Government employees recommended to seek support from immediate supervisor.

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