| Requisition Number | 12-0052 |
| Post Date | 12/5/2012 |
| Title | Country Representative |
| Job Family | Timor-Leste |
| City | Dili |
| Description |
**Application Deadline is December 21, 2012**
The Asia Foundation is seeking a Country Representative to work in its Dili, Timor-Leste office. The
Country Representative is the senior most Asia Foundation employee in
Timor-Leste and is accountable for all programs, operations, and
external relations in accordance with Foundation strategies and policy
guidelines. The Representative provides overall leadership and is
responsible for managing all aspects of the Foundation’s work in
Timor-Leste, including security, administration, fiscal management, and
grant management; the direction, supervision, and evaluation of
employees; fundraising and the diversification of donor support; the
design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of program
activities. This position represents The Asia Foundation
with the host government, donors, partner agencies, diplomatic missions,
national and international institutions, and the media.
Requirements: A minimum of ten
years of progressively responsible professional experience, or the
equivalent, in international development or foreign affairs in Asia with
private, public, bi-lateral, or multi-lateral development institutions
and non-profit organizations; proven track record of program development
and fundraising; experience in proposal and report writing, financial
and grants management and budget control, strategic planning,
fundraising and managing international donor-funded projects.
Also required is a Master's or Doctorate degree in a field related to Foundation interests; strong
team building, representational, and diplomacy skills; demonstrated
management skills and experience with supervision of multi-disciplinary
teams; strong analytical and problem solving skills; excellent verbal
and written communication skills, including public speaking experience;
and proven interpersonal and intercultural skills. Living and working
experience in Asia is highly preferred.
The
position is on a 3-year contract which may be extended based on mutual
agreement. As with all positions at The Asia Foundation employment is
at "will."
To Apply: Click on the "Apply On-line" link below.
Please place your cover letter and resume in one document and submit it as an attachment.
We will only consider applicants who apply online and provide a cover letter along with their resume. In addition, to be considered an applicant must submit their application prior to the deadline.
The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V. No phone calls, please.
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