Information for Applicants Short Term Adviser

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1 Information for Applicants Short Term Adviser Position Information Position Title: ARF Professional Discipline Category: ARF Job Level: 4 ARF Daily Rate Band: Position Location: Contract Duration: Communications Adviser B AUD649 to AUD887 per day Dili, Timor-Leste Estimated Commencement: July/August 2016 Application Closing Date: Up to a maximum of 120 days over a 6 month term 4:00pm, 8 July 2016 (AEST) Overview Thank you for your interest in this position as managed by Abt JTA. This document includes information on the following: Program overview; Introduction to Abt JTA; Application process; Definition of a Short Term Adviser (STA); Overview of the compensation and benefits associated with STA roles; Terms of Reference; and Key Selection Criteria. Please read this document carefully as applications that vary from the specified requirements may not be accepted. Please be advised that the mobilisation of this position is subject to approval by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Page 1

2 Program Overview The Partnership for Human Development (PHD) represents Australia s long-term vision for enhancing human development in Timor-Leste. It brings together the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) s diverse activities in health, education, water, nutrition, gender equality, disability and social protection into a single program to maximise effectiveness, relevance and performance. This investment in Timor-Leste will work towards Strategic Objective 2 of Australia s Timor-Leste Aid Investment Plan: enhancing human development. Improved human development will ensure that coming generations of Timorese people are better able to lead, contribute to and benefit from their nation s economic and social development. Abt JTA Who We Are Abt JTA is a global development consulting firm with over 10 years experience operating within the health and social sectors in the Australian and Asia-Pacific region. We are a company that has a personal commitment to its staff and as such we value the long-term relationships that we build with the people who work with us. For more information about our company and what we do visit our website at Our Values Mission-Driven. We are united by our mission to improve the lives of people worldwide. Global. We are a global community, bringing diverse knowledge, expertise, and perspectives to the many challenges faced by today's world. Committed to Excellence. We strive to meet and exceed the highest professional standards. Collaborative. We know that working collaboratively produces excellence. Accountable. We take responsibility for what we do and how we do it. Balanced. We sustain the energy and commitment we bring to our roles by promoting a healthy balance between our personal and professional lives. Page 2

3 Preparing Your Application Please read the following information carefully. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. To submit an application: 1. Visit the Abt JTA website ( and navigate to the Careers page. 2. Locate the position that you are applying for and select Job Details. 3. Click on the Apply Online button and follow the prompts. It should take between minutes for you to complete the online application. Before submitting your application, it is recommended that you have the following documentation prepared so that these can be readily uploaded during the application process: 1. An electronic version of your CV (less than 3MB); 2. A statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria (maximum three (3) pages). This document should clearly describe how your skills, experience and qualifications will enable you to meet the requirements of the position; and 3. Details of at least three (3) professional referees (preferably your current supervisor and two (2) previous supervisors). Other Points to Consider: 1. If you are successful in being short-listed, or are selected for this position, Abt JTA will need to undertake various due diligence activities which may include: reference checking; qualification verifications; police, World Bank and anti-terrorism checks; a psychometric assessment; and/or a medical examination. 2. A performance assessment will be undertaken for all advisers at least annually and upon completion of their appointment. By submitting your application for this role you are consenting to Abt JTA undertaking this assessment and to providing a record of this assessment to the DFAT for inclusion in their adviser database. Further information on the performance assessment requirements and process can be accessed from the DFAT website at DFAT Aid Adviser Remuneration Framework. DFAT Aid Adviser Remuneration Framework (ARF) DFAT implements an Aid Adviser Remuneration Framework (ARF) that defines its policies and procedures for determining the remuneration of commercially contracted international advisers. The ARF requires that advisers are paid in accordance with market-based remuneration rates and a prescribed set of allowances. Further information on the current version of this framework can be accessed from the DFAT Aid Adviser Remuneration Framework. Page 3

4 What is a Short Term Adviser? A Short Term Adviser (STA) role is considered any appointment that is up to six (6) consecutive months in duration. Compensation & Benefits Short Term Adviser In accordance with the ARF, the compensation and benefits associated with this Short Term Adviser position are outlined below: 1. A daily Professional Fee to be paid monthly upon receipt of an invoice outlining the services provided. The daily rate band for this position is: AUD649 to AUD887 per day. 2. Comprehensive pre-departure and in-country briefings (security and role specific). 3. Reimbursement for expenses associated with visas, medical clearances and vaccinations. If an adviser is required to move away from their home base to undertake this role (either domestically or internationally) they will also be entitled to: 1. Return flights for mobilisation and demobilisation for the adviser only. 2. A per diem will be paid to cover reasonable living expenses. N.B. This allowance is only applicable for those advisers whose partner and/or accompanying dependants (where applicable) are not currently in receipt of such an allowance from the DFAT or any other employer. 3. Reimbursement of accommodation costs up to a certain value per day (inclusive of VAT/GST). N.B. This is a DFAT discretionary allowance and is only applicable for those advisers whose partner and/or accompanying dependants (where applicable) are not currently in receipt of such an allowance from the DFAT or any other employer. 4. Travel and medical insurance for the adviser only. Lodging Your Application: All applications should be submitted online through our website at: Should you experience any difficulties with the submission process, or have any questions about this role then please contact: Contact name: Closing Date: Mia Carwardine info@phd.tl 4:00pm, 8 July 2016 (AEST) Page 4

5 Terms of Reference Position Title: ARF Classification: Input: Location: Reporting To: Abt JTA Values: Communications Adviser (Timor-Leste) Up to B4 depending on experience Up to a maximum of 120 days over a 6 month term Dili, Timor-Leste Deputy Team Leader & Operations Manager The incumbent must demonstrate a high level of commitment to following values of Abt JTA: Duty Statement: Mission-Driven. We are united by our mission to improve the lives of people worldwide. Global. We are a global community, bringing diverse knowledge, expertise, and perspectives to the many challenges faced by today's world. Committed to Excellence. We strive to meet and exceed the highest professional standards. Collaborative. We know that working collaboratively produces excellence. Accountable. We take responsibility for what we do and how we do it. Balanced. We sustain the energy and commitment we bring to our roles by promoting a healthy balance between our personal and professional lives. The Communications Adviser will: Work collaboratively across the team to develop and implement an effective communications / branding strategy that promotes program visibility and is appropriate to the context; Support the development of briefings, speeches, and press releases for internal and external stakeholders; Ensure consistency with DFAT branding guidelines and communications protocols across the program Specific Duties: Lead the development and implementation of an overarching program communication strategy which guides program identity, promotion and communications with internal and external stakeholders; Page 5

6 Lead the development of program guidelines and protocols for internal and external communication purposes and ensure their program-wide implementation; Lead the management of support and advice across program teams for their communication needs, including communication support for DFAT and government counterparts (e.g. briefings, speeches, press releases); Provide guidance and oversight to the planning, budgeting, design and production of program publications and media materials, including print, photo, and video; Provide guidance and oversight to the team and stakeholders on media events and media engagement; Manage complex, fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges; Review and quality assure program communication activities to ensure they have impact, remain aligned with strategy, and represent value for money. Maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders including DFAT, host government, partners, and beneficiaries to ensure relevance and support for program communications Work closely with the M&E House and beyond to take up strategic and creative ways to communicate program outcomes, results, and success stories. Key Selection Criteria KSC 1 KSC 2 KSC 3 KSC 4 KSC 5 Demonstrated experience and understanding of communication strategies and systems appropriate to DFAT and the Timor-Leste context. Demonstrated understanding of innovative forms of communications for different stakeholders and capacity to harness new technologies. Demonstrated excellent communication skills appropriate to a variety of media and audiences. Tertiary qualifications in Public Relations, Communications or Marketing, Journalism or a related discipline. Fluency in English In addition to the above Key Selection Criteria, applicants must be available to live and work in Timor-Leste. Fluency in Tetun-Prasa and/or Portuguese will be highly regarded. If no response to the above Key Selection Criteria is made, applications will not be considered further. Page 6