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 Vietnam 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.

As the MRC Secretariat works extensively with a diverse range of documents, including reports, briefs, and handbooks, the Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of:

Senior Finance Assistant

Consultant Type:  Individual Consultant 

Work location:  MRC Secretariat, Vientiane

Division:  Administration Division

Duration/Contract type:  06 months (01 June 2025 to 31 December 2025

Consultancy Type:  Service Contract

Date posted:  03 April 2025

Closing date:  06 May 2025

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have the Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Management and work admin experience.
• At least 4 years of work experience in accounting, financial and administrative work, preferably in an international organisation. 
• Experience in assistance for multi-project financial management, financial planning, reporting and auditing.
• Experience in finance document filing process.
• Have the experience using Microsoft Dynamic NAV as the accounting software or similar ERP software programe more than one year.
• Excellent working level with word, excel and powerpoint presentation.
• Willing to work in a team and also be a good team player and friendly.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Computer literate, good knowledge of computerized accounting software.
• High level of English competencies and proactive in working with others,
• Immediate availability will be considered an advantage.

Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the Terms of Reference at the bottom of this page. 

The 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:

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 detailed CV that must not be longer than five (5) pages.
3. An Application Form by registering at the following: MRC APPLICATION LINK