Regional Water Policy and Planning Expert

Mekong River Commission

The Mekong River Commission (MRC) is the only inter-governmental agency that works directly with the governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Viet Nam on joint management of shared water resources and sustainable development of the Mekong River.

As a regional facilitating and advisory body governed by water and environment ministers of the four countries, the MRC aims to ensure that the Mekong water is managed and developed in the most efficient and sustainable manner—that mutually benefits all Member Countries and minimises harmful effects on people and the environment in the Lower Mekong River Basin.

The MRC Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR, is now recruiting a highly-qualified candidate for the position of:

Consultant Type:            Individual Consultant

Work location:                   MRC Secretariat, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Division:                             Planning Division

Duration/Contract type:    12 months / Service Contract

Date posted:                      21 March 2023

Closing date:                     11 April 2023

Qualifications and Requirements:

• University degree(s) (Master or higher) in development planning, water resources management, or relevant field;
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience holding the position of increasing responsibility for river basin planning and management in international river basin;
• Proven experience in facilitating technical dialogue on sensitive water management issues; and
• A deep understanding of the MRC Procedures and the implementation of PNPCA Prior Consultation processes undertaken to date.
• Immediate availability will be considered an advantage.

Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the attached Terms of Reference.

MRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Application procedures:

The application, in a single PDF file, must include (i) a cover letter (not longer than 1.5 pages) that clearly outlines how the candidate meets the requirements of the position. The position title and Division must also be indicated, (ii) a detailed CV, (iii) a Supplier Declaration Form (DDG-01), and (iv) a Personal History Form by registering at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T62FYGP.