Project Officer - Agriculture

About MCC Laos

Mennonite Central Committee in Laos (MCC Laos) is an international non-governmental organization (INGO) that has been working in Lao PDR since 1975 to promote peacebuilding, social inclusion, sustainable livelihoods, and community well-being. It is part of a global network operating in over 45 countries. Currently, MCC Laos implements three core projects: the Reducing Human Trafficking Risks in Rural Areas (RHTRA) Project in Viengxai District (Houaphanh Province), the Service Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (SIPD) Project in Samoy District (Salavan Province), and the Youth Supporting Peaceful Pathways (YSPP) Project in Lamam District (Sekong Province).

Position Overview

• Position Title: Project Officer – Agriculture
• Duty Station: Viengxai District, Houaphanh Province
• Reports To: Project Manager
• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Position Summary

MCC Laos is seeking a qualified and motivated Project Officer to implement agriculture and income-generation activities in Viengxai District, Houaphanh Province. The role works closely with district partners and communities to plan, implement, monitor, evaluate, and report on project activities in line with approved project plans, and supports shared learning and continuous improvement across MCC Laos.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Implementation

• Provide input for strategic planning and support village surveys and the preparation of annual, six-month, and monthly plans and budgets.
• Lead day-to-day field implementation with district partners and target
• Facilitate training on agriculture and income generation for district officers, village leaders, and villagers.
• Prepare project expenditure reports, advance requests, and monthly, six-month, and annual reports.
• Develop manuals and resource materials on agriculture and income generation in collaboration with partners.

2. Partnership, Communication, and Learning

• Maintain good working relationships and communication with district and provincial partners, villagers, and relevant organizations, and help strengthen partner capacity.
• Represent MCC Laos at meetings and conferences, and invite partners to visit project activities, as appropriate.
• Participate in workshops, training, meetings, team-building activities, and project learning processes.
• Report issues involving project staff or government partners to the Project Manager in a timely manner and carry out other assigned duties.

Qualifications and Requirements

• University degree in Agriculture or a related field.
• At least two years of work experience in community development, including solid experience implementing agriculture and livelihood projects. Experience working with women is an advantage.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in villages and stay overnight when required.
• Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to MCC’s vision, mission, values, policies, procedures, and safeguarding principles, including Child Safeguarding, PSEA, and GBV.
• Ability to speak English and/or local ethnic languages is an advantage.

Salary and Benefits

MCC Laos offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual leave, public holidays, insurance coverage, child education support, and professional development opportunities.

Eligibility Note

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities. Preference will be given to qualified candidates residing in Viengxai District, Houaphanh Province, or nearby areas. Immediate family members of current MCC Laos staff are not eligible to apply.

How to Apply

Required Documents: Cover letter, detailed CV/Resume, copies of educational certificates, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Salary Expectation: Applicants must state their expected monthly salary in the cover letter or CV/Resume.

• Email to: Mr. Tou Kue, Human Resource Manager at toukue@mcc.org

Subject Line: Application – Project Officer, Agriculture

• In Person: Deliver to MCC Laos Office, Ban Phonesavan Tai, Sisattanak District, Vientiane Capital.

Deadline: October 31, 2026 | For Inquiries: 021 312 625