| Division/Office: | Planning Division |
| Salary Level: | M-12, Step 1 (Competitive salary and benefits package 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: | 17 August 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 September 2026 |
Only nationals of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Viet Nam are eligible to apply.
Job Summary:
The jobholder supports the development and implementation of agriculture and irrigation activities in the MRC from a sustainable & integrated water use perspective.
Job Requirements:
| Certificate: | University degree (Master or higher) in agricultural, engineering, agronomy, soil science or related disciplines |
| 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 work experience in irrigation and agriculture development and managementImplementation of programmes/projects in a multicultural and international environment, and in particular with relevant line agencies of the MRC Member Countries |
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:
- A cover letter (not longer than 1.5 pages) that outlines clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position.
- A detailed CV that must not be longer than five (5) pages.
- An Application Form by registering at the following: MRC APPLICATION LINK
- Job Description: Job Description
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