Who we are
The Alluvium Group
We are dedicated professionals making a lasting impact for society, nature and the environment. Our multidisciplinary and technical expertise combined with an agile and innovative mindset set us apart in the industry. With a strong commitment to employee ownership, we foster a sense of belonging and shared success.
We offer a flexible working environment, profit sharing, professional memberships, ongoing training and development as well as international opportunities. Our internal research program reinvests 10% of profits into pioneering projects, promoting continuous growth and innovation. Every employee helps shape our direction and elevate industry standards.
We are driven by change, guided by science, and sustained by impact.
About AMPERES
AMPERES (Australia–Mekong Partnership for Environmental Resources and Energy Systems) is a mission-driven enterprise within the Alluvium Group, working across the Asia, the Pacific & Australia to deliver practical solutions for just energy transition and resilient decarbonisation.
AMPERES supports policy dialogue, technical studies, and pilot models that generate tangible impacts and accelerate just and sustainable energy transition pathways.
Our work focuses on three core areas: just energy transition planning, development of distributed energy resources, and community-owned renewable energy solutions, enabling governments, businesses, and communities to act on their net zero ambitions.
With a head office in Ho Chi Minh City, and a presence in Phnom Penh, Can Tho, Bangkok & Vientiane, our proven track record spans 15 countries across the Asia-Pacific region, where we have actively supported nations such as Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar and Australia in advancing both village and national-scale energy transition agendas.
About this role
We are seeking a highly motivated technical specialist
The specialist is expected to contribute to our energy security and decarbonisation pathways workstream. The role will focus on at least one (or more) of the following specialization areas: solar PV integration, energy planning, energy efficiency, OR emissions reduction. The core of this role centers on technical OR financial quantitative modelling (or a combination of both), data analysis, and analytical assessments. The role will also provide secondary support for project management, proposal development, and ODA-funded project execution across our energy portfolio in the Lower Mekong Basin (LMB), Southeast Asia, and Australia
We are looking for someone that:
- Has early-career experience in solar PV integration, energy planning, energy efficiency, or emissions reduction, with proven technical or financial modelling skills in the LMB region (Vietnam, Cambodia, Lao PDR, or Thailand).
- Has strong technical and quantitative analytical capabilities, with the ability to build, run, or at least interpret energy/financial/emissions models.
- Has the ability and willingness to provide supporting input for project delivery, remote research management, and donor-funded proposal preparation alongside senior technical experts.
- Has strong communication skills in English to convey technical modelling results clearly
- Has experience with client relationship management, bonus if you have experience managing ODA funded projects.
- Is flexible, adaptative, driven and has aspirations to work with a high performing team.
- Shares our themes of culture, impact and value; and will reflect this in decision making and project delivery.
- HCMC is preferred location.
- While the primary focus of this role is technical or financial quantitative modelling, previous exposure to client management, proposal drafting, or ODA project support will be considered an advantage
This role will report to the Senior Power Systems Specialist and work closely with Alluvium Group’s Technical Lead, Regional Manager and Energy transition analyst.
About this role
What you will be doing in this role
- Support the Senior Power Systems Specialist in developing technical input into analytical studies, policy briefings, and industry thought pieces.
- Lead research or contribute to technical OR financial quantitative modelling for energy planning, solar PV integration (gridconnected and distributed systems), energy efficiency, OR emissions reduction / GHG accounting pathways.
- Develop or manage specialized spreadsheets/models depending on your domain (e.g., LCOE, techno-economic/financial yield models, energy planning simulation tools, energy audit calculations, or GHG emissions inventory & carbon reduction pathways)
- Support proposal development and business development efforts by drafting technical methodology sections, inputting data into project budgets, and collecting baseline information for donorfunded (ODA) and commercial projects.
- Support the coordination of specific research work packages with local sub-contractors across LMB countries.
- Translate complex quantitative outputs into clear analytical reports and presentations for clients and technical partners
- Represent AMPERES with clients and sub-contractors.
- Collaborate with academic, government, and private sector partners to ensure practical, innovative, and scalable solutions.
Skills and Experience
- Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering (with focus on GHG/emissions), Energy Economics, Quantitative Economics, or a closely related quantitative field.
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience focusing on at least one of the following areas: solar PV integration, energy planning, energy efficiency, OR emissions reduction.
- Demonstrated hands-on expertise in technical OR financial quantitative modelling (e.g., techno-economic analysis, power system/energy balance simulation, financial ROI/NPV models, energy efficiency savings calculation, OR GHG inventory & foot-printing)
- Essential Technical Skillset: Proficiency in analytical and quantitative tools relevant to your domain, such as Python, MATLAB, OR advanced Excel (technical or financial modelling), and/or specialized energy/emissions software. Familiarity with GIS tools is an advantage.
- Knowledge and experience in at least one Lower Mekong country (Vietnam, Thailand, Lao PDR, or Cambodia), including familiarity with relevant national energy planning policies, solar PV regulations, energy efficiency standards, or emissions reduction frameworks.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-cultural environments and as a collaborative team player.
- Fluency in English, preferably for Vietnamese but anyone from LMB is consideration.
- Have the right to work in a LMB country.
What we offer
An award-winning workplace that is listed as one of the Great Places to Work for women. Our people contribute significantly to our culture and success.
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and subject to negotiation.
- Opportunity to work with and interact with recognised leaders in the field.
- The opportunity to become a shareholder in the Alluvium Group (over 50% of our staff are shareholders) benefiting from dividends and capital growth.
- Opportunities to grow your professional skills and experience through international study tours, Group supported research programs , Group-wide training .
- Opportunities to work with senior leaders across the business on research topics through our Research and Insights Program.
- Exposure to thought leadership and innovation through the Alluvium Foundation.
- Career development through the wide range of opportunities we can provide and mentoring from industry leaders.
- Laptop computer
- Health insurance provision.
- Flexible working arrangements (home and office).
- Opportunity to work internationally and access international projects.
- Potential future leadership opportunities in other geographies such as Australia.
- The Alluvium Group has an active reconciliation program, operates as a carbon neutral business and is a certified BCorp.
- The Alluvium Group is widely regarded as a great place to work, offering an inclusive culture, meaningful work, and opportunities for continuous learning and advancement
The Duty station for this assignment is Ho Chi Minh City, for the right candidate other cities in the Mekong Region will also be considered.
To apply for this role:
Please email a CV and short cover letter (max two pages) outlining why you are the right candidate for this role to [email protected]. Your application should speak to your competitive advantage against the skill criteria.
If you would like more information on the role, please contact Ngoc Tran for a confidential discussion ([email protected])
Please note:
Only applications sent directly to the email on this page and containing all the required information will be considered.