Programme Coordinator

Post level: M-13, based in Vientiane, Lao PDR (re-announcement)

The job descriptions and other information can be downloaded from the links at the top of this page. Women are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

The remuneration package, subject to change, includes (i) annual net base salary exempt from tax by Lao authorities, starting at US$ 38,001.00 for level M-13, step 1; (ii) Monthly fluctuation and removable Devaluation Allowance (9.67% of basic salary for the month of Sep 08); (iii) MRC’s contribution to staff member’s Provident Fund of 14% of basic salary upon completion of 3 years in service; (iv) Contribution of MRC to Health and Accident insurances (on shared basis with employee); (v) other entitlements and benefits such as dependency allowance, 6 weeks’ annual vacation; sick leave, maternity leave etc;

Non-resident staff members receive an additional (i) 7% of basic salary for Post Adjustment allowance; (ii) 7% of basic salary for Hardship allowance; (iii) Rental subsidy of 40% of the rent rate up to maximum of US$ 6,000 annual; (iv) Education Grant of 75% of max. expense of US$ 13,000; (v) Travel cost and Shipment expenses on assignment and upon separation; (vi) other entitlements and benefits such as Relocation Grant allowance, Home Leave Travel, Education Grant Travel, etc.

The duration of the assignment of MRC Riparian Professional Staff is up to maximum 6 years according to 1995 Mekong Agreement and Procedural Rules.

Closing date for applications: 20 NOVEMBER 2008

Only nationals of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Viet Nam are eligible to apply. The application must include a cover letter outlining clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position. The post/programme title must be indicated in the application letter. In addition to the cover letter, the applicant should include his/her detailed CV and MRC Personal History Form and send to the National Mekong Committee in the applicant’s home country.