Preferred Language : English
Experience : 7 - 10 Years
Education : Master Degree
Salary : Negotiable
Industry : International INGO/ International Organisation Non-Profit
Job Function : Others
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 their common specific interests, 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 (a) the Mekong water is managed and developed in the most efficient and sustainable manner that mutually benefits all Member Countries and (b) minimize harmful effects on people and the environment in the Lower Mekong River Basin.
Besides the competitive salary and benefit package, the MRC offers a challenging and rewarding international working environment where staff members have opportunities to be exposed to multi-dimensional development disciplines, interacting with regional and international colleagues and partners, as well as receiving capacity and professional development in regional and international meetings, forums and conferences. Many professionals have secured excellent employment positions after their service with the MRC.
The MRC Secretariat is now recruiting a highly qualified candidate for the position of:
River Flood Forecasting Specialist |
Division/Office: | Technical Support Division |
Salary Level: | M-12, Step 1 (USD 41,670 base salary per annum) plus other benefits as mentioned in the Job Description |
Work Location: | Regional Flood and Drought Management Centre, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
Contract Type/ Duration: | Fixed-term Appointment/One-year contract with annual renewal for a maximum of six years |
Date posted: | 28 June 2023 |
Closing date: | 26 July 2023 |
Job Summary:
The jobholder oversees the operation of the Regional Flood and Drought Management Centre (RFDMC) and ensures the provision of accurate and timely forecasting and early warning information products. The incumbent supports the Member Countries in managing the river flood forecasting along mainstream stations in the flood season, water level monitoring in the dry season and provides country-wide (LMB-wide only for Thailand) flash-flood guidance in flood season. Moreover, he or she supports the four core members in developing capacity for effective management of drought risks in the LMB. He or she therefore uses relevant monitoring systems and assures the timely dissemination of regional flood forecasts and warnings (alerts) to stakeholders, as well as information on drought.
Job Requirements:
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The MRC is an equal opportunity employer. The organization welcomes 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 each position through the Job Description, which is located at the bottom of this page. Due to the high number of applications that we receive, we regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified and invited for an interview.
Application Procedures:
The application, in a single PDF file, must include:
The candidate must send his/her application via e-mail to the National Mekong Committee Secretariat in the candidate’s home country, not to the MRC Secretariat directly, using the contact below:
Cambodia National Mekong Committee Secretariat 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
| Lao National Mekong Committee Secretariat Address: Dongnaxok-Nongbeuk Road, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane, Lao PDR Tel. +856-21-260983 Fax. +856-21-260984 E-mail: lnmcs.hr@gmail.com
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Thai National Mekong Committee Secretariat 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 Secretariat Address: 23 Hang Tre, Ha Noi, Viet Nam Tel. +84-24-39343565 Fax. +84-24-38256929 E-mail: vnmc.personnel@gmail.com |
JD of River Flood Forecasting Specialist
Vientiane Capital
04/Jun/2024 - 28/Jun/2024
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