Vaga Servisu - Finance Officer/Cashier - Australian Embassy in Dili

OFFICIAL

The Corporate Section of the Australian Embassy in Dili is seeking a highly motivated and experienced person to fill the position of Finance Officer/Cashier (locally engaged staff, level 4). 

 

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate achievement against the following selection criteria:

• Previous experience with, working knowledge of financial management systems such as SAP, CashDesk and TM1 are highly desirable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, plan, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a government, international agency, or likeminded diplomatic mission in finance/accounts sector is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain respectful and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals and organisations, and to work collaboratively to achieve results.

 

Applicants should also have the following qualifications and/or experience.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, knowledge, and experience in accounting and/or finance.
• Intermediate to high-level IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly developed written and spoken English and Tetum communications skills.

 

The successful candidate will be offered an initial one (1) year employment contract followed with an option of a permanent (ongoing) employment based on a satisfactory performance result.

 

The salary for this position starts from USD$17,106.24 per annum. This amount excludes the 13-month’s salary.

 

Applications – To apply, please submit the following documents (must be in English and in PDF format):

• Curriculum Vitae outlining personal details, relevant work experience, educational qualifications, and skills (maximum two (2) pages).
• Address to the selection criteria outlining how your skills, experience and qualifications makes you the best person for the job (maximum two (2) pages). Try to avoid simply repeating information already included in your CV. 

 

The closing date for applications is by 4.30pm (Dili time) on Sunday, 3^rd November 2024.

 

Referees – Please provide the name, position, phone number and email address for two recent professional referees in your written application. Referees will be contacted for short listed applicants only. You will be notified if your referees are to be contacted.

 

How to apply – Please send applications via email to dili.hr@dfat.gov.au. Position descriptions are available on the Australian Embassy website www.timorleste.embassy.gov.au and also available from the Australian Embassy’s Reception desk. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

 

Other requirements – Successful applicants are required to obtain a satisfactory police clearance and medical check.  The position will involve travel in Timor-Leste and may also involve limited international travel.

 

 

The Australian Embassy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, access, equity and social inclusion for all employees, and in particular for women and people with disability. We welcome all applicants and encourage women and people with disability to apply.