Resource Developer and Translator, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste

EXTERNAL VACANCYABOUT 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:The Resource Developer and Translator provides expert Tetum language advice for all Menzies TL program needs. The role is responsible for leading interpreting and translation work and contributing to the development of program resources required for program activities and operations. The role works to ensure that all partners and stakeholders have access to resources and information regarding the Menzies TL program in the most appropriate format to support their participation and engagement.The role will report to HR Officer and work closely Program Coordinators and staff to ensure work is completed according to project timelines, budgets, and funding requirements. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:The following key responsibilities are not exhaustive and may include others as directed by the HR Officer at Menzies School of Health Research Timor-Leste Office.Stakeholder Engagement and Governance:Develop and maintain strong, enabling relationships with project and local stakeholders, including clinicians and staff. Project Planning and Implementation:Provide translation, interpretation, revision, and editing of key Menzies TL projects documentation and communications to ensure availability of all required resources in Tetum and from Tetum into English.Provide translation services (written and listening/speaking) for key meetings, activities and events.Support the development and translation of informative and engaging resources and support materials, such as, infographics, eLearning module content, presentations and communications for a variety of stakeholders and audience.Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:Provide translation support monitoring and evaluation activities including the finalization of reports, briefing and other communications products for local audiences.Data Analysis and Quality Improvement:Provide translation support for data collection, analysis and quality improvement initiatives and monitor adherence to best-practice standards across activity delivery.Staff Training:Assess the training needs of staff in collaboration with department heads.Design, develop, and deliver training programs to enhance staff skills and capacity.Coordinate external training opportunities and maintain partnerships with training providers.Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary improvements.Other Responsibilities:Undertake additional responsibilities delegated within the reasonable scope of this position. SELECTION CRITERIA:1. Qualifications: Minimum Senior Secondary (Years 10-12) and/or minimum 1-2 years relevant Interpreter, Translator and HR work experience2. Essential Criteria: 2 years of relevant practical experience providing written and listening/speaking translation services, particularly in the delivery of clinical or health activities in Timor-LesteDemonstrated experience in the development of informative and engaging resources, training and other communications products for the delivery of quality training programs and health services.Ability to precisely and accurately translate critical medical information from English to Tetum and vice-versaGood interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in MS Office or any HR softwareAbility to maintain confidentiality of records and information.Ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed.3. Desirable Criteria:Proven experience in work with global health, public health, or international development projects.Fluency in other languages including Bahasa, Portuguese or Spanish How to apply:To apply for this position, please refer to http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ and select / click on the Resource Developer and Translator, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste role. Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application. 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)Any other relevant supporting documentation.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. Closing date:  4th November 2024 If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:Antonio FernandesHR OfficerEmail: antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.au Menzies Timor-Leste is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace and gender equality.Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Government employees recommended to seek support from immediate supervisor/director.Position Description AUD Dili

Resource Developer and Translator, Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste

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

EXTERNAL VACANCY

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:

The Resource Developer and Translator provides expert Tetum language advice for all Menzies TL program needs. The role is responsible for leading interpreting and translation work and contributing to the development of program resources required for program activities and operations. The role works to ensure that all partners and stakeholders have access to resources and information regarding the Menzies TL program in the most appropriate format to support their participation and engagement.

The role will report to HR Officer and work closely Program Coordinators and staff to ensure work is completed according to project timelines, budgets, and funding requirements.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following key responsibilities are not exhaustive and may include others as directed by the HR Officer at Menzies School of Health Research Timor-Leste Office.

Stakeholder Engagement and Governance:

  • Develop and maintain strong, enabling relationships with project and local stakeholders, including clinicians and staff. 

Project Planning and Implementation:

  • Provide translation, interpretation, revision, and editing of key Menzies TL projects documentation and communications to ensure availability of all required resources in Tetum and from Tetum into English.
  • Provide translation services (written and listening/speaking) for key meetings, activities and events.
  • Support the development and translation of informative and engaging resources and support materials, such as, infographics, eLearning module content, presentations and communications for a variety of stakeholders and audience.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:

  • Provide translation support monitoring and evaluation activities including the finalization of reports, briefing and other communications products for local audiences.

Data Analysis and Quality Improvement:

  • Provide translation support for data collection, analysis and quality improvement initiatives and monitor adherence to best-practice standards across activity delivery.

Staff Training:

  • Assess the training needs of staff in collaboration with department heads.
  • Design, develop, and deliver training programs to enhance staff skills and capacity.
  • Coordinate external training opportunities and maintain partnerships with training providers.
  • Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary improvements.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Undertake additional responsibilities delegated within the reasonable scope of this position.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Qualifications: Minimum Senior Secondary (Years 10-12) and/or minimum 1-2 years relevant Interpreter, Translator and HR work experience

2. Essential Criteria: 

  • 2 years of relevant practical experience providing written and listening/speaking translation services, particularly in the delivery of clinical or health activities in Timor-Leste
  • Demonstrated experience in the development of informative and engaging resources, training and other communications products for the delivery of quality training programs and health services.
  • Ability to precisely and accurately translate critical medical information from English to Tetum and vice-versa
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office or any HR software
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed.

3. Desirable Criteria:

  • Proven experience in work with global health, public health, or international development projects.
  • Fluency in other languages including Bahasa, Portuguese or Spanish

 

How to apply:

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

 

Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.

 

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)
  • Any other relevant supporting documentation.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

 

Closing date:  4th November 2024

 

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:

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.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Government employees recommended to seek support from immediate supervisor/director.

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