Programme Officer

 

 Programme Officer

Embassy of Ireland, Hanoi

 

 

Ireland’s Embassy in Hanoi opened in 2005 and is accredited to Vietnam, Cambodia and Lao PDR. The Embassy’s mission is to serve Irish citizens, advance Ireland’s interests and prosperity and to promote Ireland’s values in its countries of accreditation. As part of an integrated approach to carrying out this mission, the Embassy manages a Government of Ireland funded development cooperation programme, which provides development assistance in Vietnam, Cambodia and Lao PDR.

 

The Programme Officer is an integral part of the Embassy’s Programme Team, which manages development projects and programmes across the three countries. S/he will act as focal point on thematic priorities, such as ethnic minorities, governance, nutrition etc.  The Embassy is seeking to recruit a Programme Officer on an initial one-year contract. 

 

The responsibilities for this dynamic position may vary from time to time depending on business needs, but in general the Programme Officer is expected to contribute to strategy, planning, monitoring and reporting of Ireland’s development cooperation programme in the region, and identify opportunities for engagement in relevant thematic areas.  The Programme Officer will also be expected to manage the Embassy’s partnerships and projects in the region, including regular field monitoring, with a focus on project implementation, governance, financial management and results.  The Programme Officer will also be expected to build strong networks and relationships across Government, Civil Society and NGO sectors, including attendance and inputting into to various thematic working groups.  

 

Additional duties may include the promotion of Ireland’s viability at online and offline events; supporting the promotion of trade links between Ireland and Vietnam; supporting the consular section; and providing translation, interpretation, or other administrative support as needed.

 

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Essential requirements candidates must be able to demonstrate:

 

• Bachelors level qualification in development studies, social sciences, economics or other relevant discipline
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications
• Relevant administrative experience and attention to detail; capacity to focus on priorities and to work to tight deadlines; willingness to take on a wide range of tasks ranging from basic to complex
• Ability to listen, to consult and to share information and ideas; ability to work independently or as part of a small team; good interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently as requested; willing to undertake training.
• Fluency in in both English and Vietnamese.

 

Desirable requirements:

 

• Knowledge of Khmer and/or Lao languages is an advantage
• Experience in supporting or managing development programmes; experience of working for international organisations or embassies is an advantage

 

Terms and conditions of employment:

 

• The successful candidates will be recruited on a fixed-term contractual basis and will be based at the Embassy of Ireland in Hanoi.
• The gross salary for the position is $1,004.81 per month, paid locally on a monthly basis. 
• The positions will have an annual leave allowance of 20 days per annum, exclusive of public holidays.

 

How to apply

We are seeking high quality written applications in English. Your application should include:

1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Copy of your university degree
4. Name and contact details for three references
5. Recent passport sized photograph
6. Statement directly addressing the selection criteria (for each criterion no more than 100 words).

Written applications will form part of the final assessment, and applications that do not directly address the selection criteria will not be considered.

 

 

 Selection Criteria

1. A minimum qualification of a Bachelors level qualification in development studies, social sciences, economics or other relevant discipline.
2. Experience in supporting or managing development programmes, with experience of working for international organisations or embassies an advantage.
3. Sound understanding of the socio-economic development environment in Vietnam, with knowledge of the context in Cambodia and/or Lao PDR an advantage. Knowledge and understanding of Ireland’s development cooperation programme.
4. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision, to set priorities and manage complex tasks and competing demands to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of work.  Ability to adapt to new tasks and situations as required.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to cooperate well with colleagues, partners and government and to develop good working relationships.  Ability to work well as a member of a team, as well as to work independently.
6. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and Vietnamese, including strong liaison, negotiation and translation skills.  Knowledge of Khmer or Lao language an advantage.

 

Security Clearance for Local Staff

Police security clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position they will be required to supply this information again.

 

Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.

The Embassy of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome skilled candidates from all backgrounds, irrespective of ethnicity, region, gender, disability or sexual orientation.

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