Mekong River Commission
The Mekong River Commission (MRC) is the only inter-governmental agency that works directly with the governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Vietnam on 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 the Mekong water is managed and developed in the most efficient and sustainable manner—that mutually benefits all Member Countries and minimises harmful effects on people and the environment in the Lower Mekong River Basin.
As the MRC Secretariat works extensively with a diverse range of documents, including reports, briefs, and handbooks, the Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of:
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Knowledge Management and Communication Specialist |
Consultant Type: Individual Consultant
Work location: Office of the MRC Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
Division: Environmental Management Division
Duration/Contract type: 12 Months (1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027)
Consultancy Type: Service Contract
Date posted: 27 April 2026
Closing date: 26 May 2026
Qualifications and Requirements:
The following are minimum requirements for a successful consultant for the position:
- Master’s degree or higher in communications, journalism, international relations or closely related fields;
- Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in knowledge management, communications, and stakeholder engagement, preferable within regional or international development projects;
- Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering communication products across multiple formats, including press releases, websites, success stories, blogs, and social media content tailered to diverse target audiences;
- Strong understanding of communication strategies, tools, and approaches, including digital and multimedia platforms;
- Proven ability to lead and manage communication functions, with strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to effectively engage with a wide range ofstakeholders, including government agencies, project partners, and local communities.
- Familiarity with the socio-political and environmental context of the MRC Member Countries is highly desirable;
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken, with strong drafting, editing, and presentation skills;
- Fluency in English is required as it is the working language of the MRC Secretariat; Knowledge of Khmer, Lao, Thai, or Vietnamese is considered an advantage.
- Immediate availability will be considered an advantage.
Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the Terms of Reference at the bottom of this page.
The MRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
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. The position Title and Division must also be indicated.
- A detailed CV that must not be longer than five (5) pages.
- An Application Form by registering at the following: APPLICATION LINK
Term Of Reference: TOR