The Asia Foundation’s Lao PDR Office in Vientiane is seeking a motivated and recently graduated Lao national to join our team as a Receptionist (Consultant). This position will be part of the Finance and Operations team and will play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage front desk reception, including answering phones, greeting and escorting visitors.
• Ensure messages are accurately recorded and passed to the correct staff member in a timely manner.
• Manage the office meeting room booking diary and ensure the room is always prepared for use.
• Assist the Finance and Operations team with document scanning, photocopying, and other administrative tasks.
• Coordinate driver logistics and transport for staff, update the whiteboard, and arrange taxis as required.
• Record daily vehicle mileage and personal use of vehicles in the vehicle log.
• Record incoming and outgoing correspondence, and manage DHL pouch pickup/drop-off.
• Assist with basic office support needs (keys, lighting, batteries, reporting faults).
• Support the Operations Officer with government protocols for visas and work permits.
• Track office stationery stock and prepare lists of required items; assist with inventory of office equipment.
• Maintain telephone usage records and check mobile bills for submission to the Operations Officer.
• Carry out other tasks as requested by the Operations Officer, Finance and Operations Director, or Country Representative.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelors' degree (or college degree with 1 years’ relevant workplace experience)
• Minimum 1 years of relevant work experience ideally in an international work environment
• Good English language skills (both written and spoken)
• Good organizational skills 
• Cross-cultural understanding and interest 
• Record keeping and documentation skills
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should submit a CV and cover letter before the deadline on September 29, 2025, to country.laos.peopleandculture@asiafoundation.org Unfortunately, due to high application volume, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, with personal and professional development opportunities provided to all staff. The Foundation adheres to a strict code of ethics and has zero tolerance for sexual harassment and exploitation.