Program Finance Officer - The Asia Foundation

Job Opportunity 

Program Finance Officer 

Program Finance Unit 

 

Since 1992, The Asia Foundation has partnered with government, civil society and private sector partners to develop Timor-Leste and its people. We are working with local, district and national level government, civil society partners and communities to strengthen governance and policy, eliminate violence against women, enhance economic opportunities for women, and promote peace and justice in Timor-Leste. 

 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-term partner to Timor-Leste’s ongoing development. The Program Finance Officer (PFO) is responsible for program finance and grants administration, including close collaboration with the Foundation’s partner organizations and program teams to ensure compliant financial reporting, and financial management training of partners.  

 

Key responsibilities 

• Manage grant administration in line with policies & procedures. 
• Ensure timely receipt of narrative and financial reports. 
• Review grantee financial reports and monthly financial statements.  
• Conduct due diligence checks. 
• Assist program staff in reviewing grant administration documents. 
• Organize meetings with partners on relevant grant management issues.  
• Assist with organizing financial management training for Foundation partners. 
• Complete and process grant closing report at every end of all grants.   

 

Selection Criteria 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Financial Management 
• 3-4 years relevant experience in public accounting or finance, private sector or non-government organization. 
• ·Verbal and written communication skills in English, Tetum, and Bahasa.  
• Ability to work independently, effectively, and flexibly in a fast-changing work environment.  
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel).  

 

TO APPLY 

1. Cover letter 
2. CV or résumé  
3. Three contactable referees  
4. Proof of Covid19 vaccination 

 

Applications must be submitted in English, and sent to the Foundation’s Human Resources Unit: recruitment.timorleste@asiafoundation.org  on or before 7 February 2022.  

 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. 

The position is open for Timorese nationals only.