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Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA (hereafter APHEDA) is the global justice organisation of the Australian trade union movement. We work globally in partnership for the achievement of dignity at work, social justice, economic equality and the realisation of human rights. We work to achieve this through strong unions and social movements, sustainable development programs, global solidarity, and support at times of crisis.
APHEDA Lao PDR Office seeks a qualified Lao national for the position of Project Officer to be based in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR. The Project Officer will support the day-to-day operations of contracted projects in Laos. Current projects include Trade Union Development; Asbestos Awareness and Eradication Campaign. Responsibilities include supporting project activity development, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, management of the annual work plan, and financial management of meetings/trainings, reconciliation of project costs, program logistics, and translation as needed. The Project Officer will also support and coordinate with key government stakeholders including Lao Federation of Trade Union, local NGOs and other development partners to ensure projects are running smoothly and well aligned to national policies and standards.
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Selection criteria:
- At least two years working experience in a project officer role within an international development organisation, community based organisation, non-profit organisation, or within the trade union movement.
- Minimum of a bachelors’ degree in health, environment, law, social science or other relevant area.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and coordinate complex program activities within a small team of staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to worker’s rights.
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate project reports and records in Lao and English
- Proficient in both Lao and English written and verbal communication.
- Understanding of and commitment to child protection, to gender equality, to inclusion of with disabilities and diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
- Experience and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and/or Women’s Empowerment is highly desirable.
- Understanding and committed to gender and disability rights, child rights and child protection.
Application process:
- Qualified candidates should submit a CV and cover letter before the deadline of 5:00pm on January 17, 2025 to LaosOffice@APHEDA.ORG.AU
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews.
Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA is committed to child protection and prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation. Any offer of employment will require a National Police Certificate (or local equivalent/ Statutory Declaration) and endorsement of Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Code of Conduct.
We value diversity and encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQA+ community and those living with a disability to apply.