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Finance and Administration Officer

 

About Foundation Rai Matak (FRM)

Foundation Rai Matak leads a community-driven, national carbon farming project across Timor-Leste creating local and global environmental, social and economic change. It supports smallholder farming communities to grow and manage forest trees on their land, which capture carbon from the atmosphere. This carbon is then sold through carbon credits across international carbon markets, putting an earned dollar in a farmer’s pocket and empowering them to decide their own future. With a network of community-level partners across the country, who work directly with farmers, FRM and its network aspires to make Timor-Leste green again.

About the Program

The Rai Matak program is a long-term community reforestation and agroforestry initiative that brings together smallholder subsistence farmers in Timor-Leste. The program spans 50 years (2020-2070), focusing on reforestation, agroforestry, and income generation through carbon credits, while improving land productivity and ecosystem resilience. The program partners with multiple community-based organisations and generates revenue through carbon credit sales to support local communities.

About the Role

FRM is seeking a skilled Finance and Administration Officer to strengthen financial and administrative management within the program. The successful candidate is responsible for the efficient running of the day-to-day administration and effective operation of finances, human resources, procurement, and assets of FRM. The position is expected to provide versatile business services support needed to ensure successful implementation of Rai Matak programme. The successful candidate is also responsible in ensuring that FRM and community-level partners’ internal process are in compliance with donor regulations and local laws, and reporting requirements are met in an appropriate and timely manner.

 

We are looking for someone who can:

• Be a self-starter and pro-active team member
• Work well under pressure and manage competing and shifting priorities
• Work independently, with limited supervision
• Be flexible and adaptable to local contexts and plans
• Be a creative and effective problem solver
• Deliver results for community, collaborators and donors
• Motivate and inspires others
• Listens and learns from stakeholders at all levels

 

Selection Criteria

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related fields.

 

Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience in financial management and administrative functions, preferably within the not-for-profit sector.
• Proven experience managing grants and contracts, particularly those funded by international donors (e.g., European Union, USAID, DFAT).
• Strong track record in budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Experienced in expense verification of programme partners.

 

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero Accounting or QuickBooks, along with advanced Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of debits & credits, AP/AR, and reconciliation.
• Expenses report validation skills.
• Well-managed filing systems skills with record keeping management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial staff and stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Skilled in negotiation, contract establishment, organisation and administration.
• Fluency in Tetum is required; proficiency in English and/or Portuguese is an advantage.

 

Personal Attributes

1. Alignment with FRM’s mission and values and a commitment to ethical financial management.
2. Integrity and accountability in handling financial resources with transparency.
3. Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial records and reporting.
4. Collaboration and teamwork to build strong relationships across local and international partners.
5. Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
6. Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse backgrounds.
7. Resourcefulness at work.

 

Working Conditions

• Location: Based at the FRM office in Dili, Timor-Leste (daily travel allowance provided).
• Contract: Fixed-term, with potential for extension based on performance and funding.
• Salary & Benefits: Competitive, commensurate with experience.
• Impact: This role offers the opportunity to assist the line manager in establishing effective administration and financial support functions for the program and operations of FRM and Rai Matak program community-level partners.

 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

   A cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

   An updated CV.

   Send applications to manuel@frm.tl

    Deadline: 14 October 2025

    Job description is available upon enquiry to the above email address.

 

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