Senior Technical Advisor for Security - Community Security and Justice Program - The Asia Foundation

 

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Title: Senior Technical Advisor for Security - Community Security and Justice Program
Program: Programa Apoio Seguransa Komunidade (PASK)
Reports to: PASK Team Leader
Supervises: Consultants and interns
Work Location: Dili, with frequent travel to districts


SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Technical Advisor for Security (STA-Security) supports the implementation and management of the security component for Programa Apoio Seguransa Comunidade (PASK). PASK is a $5 million ($7 million NZD), three-year program funded by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT). The program is the next phase of the Community Policing Support Program (CPSP) that ran from 2017 to 2021. The Foundation will coordinate closely with the New Zealand Embassy in Timor-Leste and collaborate with key partners from the Government of Timor-Leste (GOTL), the Police National of Timor Leste (PNTL), civil society, and local communities to implement the program.

Under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader, the SPO-Security will provide technical assistance in the design and implementation of program strategy and activities that will further embed the principles and practice of community policing. The STA will contribute to the development and implementation of the annual work plans. With the Team Leader, s/he will engage and manage the partnerships with key stakeholders in the security sector and adaptative management process with MFAT through stakeholder consultation and engagement. S/he will also be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the progress towards the achievement of program objectives and milestones related to the security component.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal
Daily contact with the PASK team, and other relevant program staff, finance, and administrative staff in the Foundation’s Timor-Leste office on a regular basis. Regular contact with the Finance and Compliance and Administration and Operations teams. Ongoing engagement with relevant consultants, interns, and Foundation contractors as needed.

External
Regular contact with the Ministry of State Administration, the Ministry of Interior and the Police National Timor-Leste (PNTL), the New Zealand MFAT, and other security and justice programs including DFAT, the Australian Federal Police, UNDP, and other stakeholders. As designated by the Team Leader, program representation and liaison with program partners, representatives of other relevant government ministries, Civil Society Organizations, local authorities, national and international agencies supporting justice and security reform in Timor-Leste, academic and research institutions, national and international media.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• Minimum ten years of professional experience, or the equivalent, in security sector development, institutional policy reform, and program management.
• Knowledge and strong familiarity with Timor-Leste policies and procedures related to security and community policing
• Strong experience working with the PNTL and other security-related agencies, offices, and organizations and familiarity with the agencies’ processes and procedures;
• Proven capacity and expertise in the delivering training on topics related to community security, conflict and crime prevention, and community policing
• Proven experience in multi-stakeholder engagement and managing partnerships
• At least five years experience working with an international organization in managing and implementing donor-funded project/s.
  

Education
Graduate degree required in conflict studies, political science, public administration, or a related field.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability in adaptive management or flexible programming and thinking and working politically, and application of political-economy analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and risk management
• Ability to work effectively in team environment with proven interpersonal, communication and intercultural skills.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation;
• Excellent skills in facilitation, meeting leadership and focus group discussions;
• Strong time management and organization abilities and has initiative
• Excellent communication skills in English and Tetum including writing skills in both languages
  

Preferred
Experience of or familiarity with The Asia Foundation programs or security related programs with other international organizations.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Technical Input

• Guides the development of technical support to the PNTL, including contributing to the implementation of the government’s strategic plan for security and justice, and other relevant policies, particularly sustainability measures and strategies.
• Develop materials for external communications including policy advocacy and media presence related to the security sector.
• Implements program standards for the prevention of Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) and child protection, in program activities in his/her focus area.
• Contribute or provide technical inputs in research activities, policy papers and reports that help shape the justice and security sector in Timor-Leste and contributes to thought leadership in related areas.
  

Financial Management and Compliance

• Contributes to the development of the project budget and spending projections for each fiscal year; ensures that expenditures are within approved budgets.
• Complies with all grant and contract requirements, and related regulations and procedures; Ensures compliance with administrative, grant management and financial policies and practices.
• Assists with the oversight of compliance with all accounting procedures related to the project; prepares and submits timely expenditure forecasts reports to the Team Leader.
• Complies with financial accountability and transparency requirements.
  

Representation

• Maintains effective coordination and professional relationships with the relevant stakeholders particularly with MOI, MOSA, PNTL and other security-related agencies and departments; engagement with local CSO partners and community policing groups as needed.
• Assists the Team Leader in establishing and maintaining constructive partnerships within the security sector in Timor-Leste.
• Participates in meetings and events to enhance public awareness of PASK to expand the Foundation's professional network and access to relevant information as designated by the Team Leader.
  

Other

• Provides support as assigned to program development, proposal writing, representation or other activities related to the security sector.
• Participates in Foundation-led initiatives as assigned.
• Undertakes other duties as assigned.
  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment

The Asia Foundation has zero tolerance to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment, harassment based on gender and sexual identity, and the abuse and exploitation of children. All applicants must demonstrate that they are also committed to eliminating such behaviour in the workplace and those we work with.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Asia Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. All applicants must be genuinely committed to equality in all forms.

Applications
All applications must include 1) A letter of interest that addresses the selection criteria; 2) An updated CV or résumé; 3) Three contactable referees. Applications must be addressed to the Foundation’s HR Partner Konnekto: Nathaniel Soares (Nathan) – konnekto.services@asiafoundation.org on or before August 1, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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