Vaga Servisu – Project Coordinator-HAKOREN II – CRS Timor-Leste

CRS JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Project Coordinator – HAKOREN II
Reports to: Program Manager – DRR & CCA
Department: Programming
Salary Grade: Grade 8

About CRS:

CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.  CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff, and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse.  The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Job Summary:

Based in Baucau, you will manage, coordinate, and monitor project activities and relationships with partners and other project stakeholders to assist the achievement of the HAKOREN II project in Timor-Leste, part of the multi-country Prepared and Resilient Program (Phase IV) funded by a private philanthropic donor in Timor-Leste. The HAKOREN II project objectives advancing Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work serving the poor and vulnerable. Your project management skills and knowledge of the program area will ensure that the CP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of this project. This position will supervise five Project Officers and coordinate directly with the local partner.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• You will lead technical and monitoring and reporting activities through the remaining months of the project cycle - implementation and close-out - in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.
• Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being for the HAKOREN II team, including the DRR, SILC and Agriculture Project Officers. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, contribute to the recruitment process of project staff, and complete performance management for direct reports.
• In coordination with the Program Manager, advise on activities required for ensuring the financial, material, and human resources for the quality implementation of the project.
• Ensure learning properly accompanies project activities throughout the project cycle. Engage with the PAR IV Indonesia and Bangladesh teams on sharing of good practices. Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities following MEAL Policy. Proactively identify issues, report them to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.
• Engage and strengthen partnerships relevant to HAKOREN II applying appropriate application of partnership concepts, tools, and approaches.
• Represent the organization with donors, INGO working groups, UN, relevant local partners and relevant local government and community actors for HAKOREN II.
• Conduct periodic budget reviews and follow-up with partners on timely submission of financial reports to facilitate proper tracking of resource use.
• Identify staff capacity needs and technical assistance needs of partner organizations and contribute to capacity strengthening and required interventions to support quality project implementation.

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required. Master’s degree in international relations or in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction, Agriculture or Livelihoods would be a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in project coordination, ideally in the field of DRR, Agriculture or Livelihoods for an NGO would be a plus.
• Additional experience may substitute for some education requirements.
• Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement.
• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data preferred.
• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

 

Personal Skills

• Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment.
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with local stakeholders. Representation abilities.
• Ability to contribute to detailed written reports in English and Tetum
• Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented
• Attention to details, accuracy, and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities

 

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff) 

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.   

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions. 

• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  It is considered honest. 

• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions. 

• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams. 

• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things. 

 

Required/Desired Foreign Language

Professional proficiency in English and Tetum sufficient for writing progress reports and participating in online and in-person meetings in both languages. Knowledge of local languages in Viqueque ie. Makasae, Tetun-Terik, Naueti and Midiki are a plus.

 

Travel Required (include percentage of required travel, if applicable)

25% of your time will be travelling to project areas in Viqueque.

 

Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory: SILC Project Officers, DRR Project Officers, Agriculture Project Officer.

Internal: Program Manager, Project Managers, Project Officers, Regional Technical Advisor, MEAL, and Finance staff.

External: Implementing partners, Consultants, APC, PAM, and MAFF.

 

What We Offer section

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

Suitable qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Sent a cover letter, current CV, and professional references by email to CRS Timor-Leste HR at recruitmenthrtl@crs.org

or

Delivery by hand at CRS Dili Office at Rua Dom Boaventura Nu.12, Vera Cruz, Motael, Dili or

CRS Baucau Office at Avenida David Alex ‘’Daitula’’ Samadigar Buibau, Baucau

Deadline :  11 February 2026 at 5pm the latest.

Only Short-Listed Applicants will be contacted