The European Commission’s Humanitarian Aid department (ECHO), funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union. For humanitarian aid, the Commission works with about 200 operational partners, including United Nations agencies, the Red Cross/Crescent movement and international non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Aid is channelled impartially, straight to victims, regardless of their race, ethnic group, religion, gender, age, nationality or political affiliation. The incumbent would provide support in assessing humanitarian situation; in monitoring ECHO funded projects and analysing ECHO funded project’s implementation.
The ECHO Country Office based in Yangon, Myanmar requires one Program Assistant for an initial period of one year.
The following requirements must be fulfilled by the candidate:
- Good writing and analytical skills.
- Good knowledge in Project Cycle Management (PCM)
- Minimum University degree
- At least 5 years practical experience in an equivalent position
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Myanmar is essential with ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Familiar with an international working environment, preferably with international humanitarian organizations
- Ability to travel intensively in country.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team.
Applications including motivation letter, detailed CVs, academic & employment certificates of the interested candidates should be sent to:
European Commission Humanitarian Aid DG ECHO Myanmar
Unit 20-29 - Kandawgyi Hotel - Kan Yeik Tha Road - Township Mingalar Taung Nyunt-Yangon - Myanmar
Application should be marked REF: Program Assistant ECHO Myanmar to be clearly indicated on the envelope, must be sent by mail or hand delivered and must reach ECHO office by 27/07/2009 the latest.
Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.
Any form of canvassing, soliciting or influencing will be treated as a disqualification.
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