Modeller

VACANCY

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:

Modeller

Division/Office:

Technical Support Division

Salary Level:

 

M-11, Step 1 (USD 33,440 base salary per annum) plus other benefits as mentioned in the Job Description 

Work Location:

Mekong River Commission Secretariat, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Contract Type/ Duration:    

Fixed-term Appointment/One-year contract with annual renewal for a maximum of six years

Date posted:

3 November 2023

Closing date:

30 November 2023

Job Summary:

The jobholder provides modelling & analysis support for transboundary impact assessment of national water resources development projects and activities conducted by MRCS. He or she enhances Decision Support Framework modelling capabilities for basin-wide assessment of climate change and water resources development impacts on hydrology, water quality, flood, drought, fisheries, food and energy security as well as ecosystem for the LMB.  

Job Requirements:

Certificate:

  • University degree (Bachelor or higher) in modelling, environmental and water resources engineering, hydrology or similar relevant field.

Additional certificates:

  • TOEIC certificate with 600 points and over is required. An equivalent internationally recognized certificate or a university degree from an internationally recognized academic institution whose instruction is in English may also be considered.

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in mathematical modelling in water and related sectors;
  • Excellent knowledge and professional experiences in a broad range of hydrological and hydrodynamic modelling or computer modelling techniques as applied to river-system simulation and flood forecasting

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. 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:

  1. 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. Detailed CV that must not be longer than five pages.
  3. Application Form by registering at the following:

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: [email protected]

             [email protected]        

Lao National Mekong Committee Secretariat

Address: Dongnaxok-Nongbeuk Road, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Tel.  +856-21-260983 Fax. +856-21-260984

E-mail: [email protected]

 

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:  [email protected]

Viet Nam National Mekong Committee Secretariat 

Address: 23 Hang Tre, Ha Noi, Viet Nam 

Tel. +84-24-39343565   

Fax. +84-24-38256929 

E-mail: [email protected]

 

Job Details
Organisation Name: 
MRC
Location: 
Vientiane, Lao PDR
Application Deadline: 
Thu, 2023-11-30