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Business Development and Marketing Officer

Position title	Business Development and Marketing Officer
Location	Dili, Timor-Leste
Reports to	Business Development and Marketing Manager
Grade	4
Position type	Fixed – Term, Full - Time
Start date/timeframe	1 August 2025
Application deadline	17 July 2025
Application process	Send CV and application letter via email to hr.tls@careint.org  OR HR unit at CARE office at Bairo Pite, Dili.

CARE in Timor-Leste has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and sexual abuse, as well as all forms of harm to children.

CARE participates in the global Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS). In line with this Scheme, CARE in Timor-Leste will seek a “Statement of Conduct” from all past employers that candidates have been employed by over the last 5 years, specifically related to incidents or investigations into allegations of sexual harassment, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse during their employment. CARE is also committed to disclosing knowledge of sexual misconduct to other agencies where requested.

1. The role

The Business Development and Marketing Officer's primary role is to support the sustainability of the Lafaek Social Enterprise through partnership development and marketing efforts. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Business Development and Marketing Officer, the officer will support the implementation of the Lafaek business development and marketing strategies and action plans, including digital marketing and social media, and building and maintaining partner relationships. 

The Business Development and Marketing Officer will work closely with the Lafaek project team to create and manage new and existing communication platforms and marketing activities.

This position is based in Dili, and travel is possibly required to other sites.

For more information about this position, visit this link: CARE in TL - Job Description - Business Development & Marketing Officer.pdf

 

2. Selection Criteria

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in business, communications, media and a minimum of two years relevant work experience and/or a University Diploma in Communications with a minimum of three years relevant work experience, preferably with an International Non-Government Organization (INGO)
• An essential skill in designing and operating a website
• Basic design and layout skills
• Social Media experience (Facebook, YouTube, and Website)
• Excellent communication skills in Tetum and intermediate (very good) in English.
• Demonstrated high-level time management skills, including the ability to plan and manage workflows and balance competing priorities to ensure timely processing to meet deadlines in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, planning, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to take direction and to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated honesty, reliability, and trustworthiness.
• A willingness to learn about CARE, gender equality, and women's empowerment activities; and
• Intermediate (very good) in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

3. How to apply

Interested applicants should send a CV (no longer than four pages) and cover letter via email to hr.tls@careint.org OR to Human Resource unit at CARE office at Bairo Pite, Dili.

 

Note

• In return for your commitment, you will benefit from ongoing professional development fostered within an innovative and forward-thinking environment, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• CARE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace.
• Women and People with Disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
• CARE prioritizes the safety of the community members that we work with, particularly the most vulnerable members of society, including women and children. CARE will not tolerate sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse by staff or partners, and has embedded systems to prevent and address safeguarding risks across our operations.
• CARE reserves the right to conduct screening procedures to ensure a child-safe environment.
• Only successful candidates will be contacted for the interview