Ecosystem and Wetland Specialist

Division/Office: Environmental Management Division

Salary Level:

M-12 Step 1 (US$ 41,670 base salary per annum) plus other benefit package as mentioned in the Job Description
Work Location: MRC Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR
Contract Type/ Duration: Fixed-term Appointment/One-year contract with annual renewal for a maximum of six years
   
Date Posted: 11 May 2022
Closing Date: 07 June 2022

 

Only nationals of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Viet Nam are eligible to apply.

Job Summary:

The jobholder is responsible for activities related to wetland and aquatic ecosystem management and wetland monitoring. He or she will provide technical support to other specialists and Divisions in carrying out assessments, studies and surveys related to wetland ecosystem management.

Job Requirements:

Certificate:

University degree (Master or higher) in aquatic science, biology, ecology, natural science, environmental and natural resources management or other similar fields with focus on wetland and aquatic ecosystems study, research and management

Additional certificates:

  • TOEIC certificate with 600 points and over is required. An equivalent internationally recognized certificate or a university degree from an internationally recognized academic institution whose instruction is in English may also be considered.

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in wetland studies, wetland management, conservation and governance, preferably both practical field experiences and academic research
  • Preferably 5 years of experience in management of complex project
  • Preferably 3 years of experience in bilateral, international relations

 

The MRC is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Besides required qualifications immediate availability will be considered as an advantage to the selection process. Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the Job Descriptions (JDs) and can be found at the bottom of this page. Only short-listed candidates will be notified and are invited for an interview.

Application Procedures:

The application, in a single PDF file, must include:

  1. a cover letter (not longer than 1.5 pages) that outlines clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position. The position title and Division must also be indicated;
  2. a CV that must not be longer than five pages;
  3. the Application Form at the following:

The MRC offers a challenging job environment with an attractive remuneration package.

The candidate must send his/her application via e-mail to the MRCS at mrcshr@mrcmekong.org and National Mekong Committee Secretariat in the candidate’s home country, not to the MRC Secretariat directly, using the contacts below:

Cambodia National Mekong Committee

Address: No. 576, National Road No. 2, Sangkat Chak Angre Krom, Khan Mean Chey, Phnom Penh 12353, Cambodia
Tel. +855-23-216514 Fax. +855-23-218 506
E-mail: sinsamnang9@gmail.com
u_sophanna@yahoo.com

Lao National Mekong Committee

Address: Khunbulom Road, Chantabouly District, Vientiane
Tel. +856-21-260983 Fax. +856-21-260984
E-mail: cchannaly@gmail.com; bpssps@gmail.com 

 

 

Thai National Mekong Committee

Address: Office of the National Water Resources
Juthamard Building, 89/168-170 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Bangkok 10210
Tel. +66-2-5541800 ext. 1392
Fax. +66-2-5219147
E-mail: fad.onwr@gmail.com

Viet Nam National Mekong Committee

Address: 23 Hang Tre, Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Tel. +84-24-39343565
Fax. +84-24-38256929
E-mail: vnmc.personnel@gmail.com

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