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 Vacancy Announcement

Senior Programme Coordinator

RPHL Network Foundation, Department of Medical Sciences

Ministry of Public Health of Thailand

Regional Public Health Laboratory Network (RPHL Network)

The Regional Public Health Laboratory Network (RPHL Network) was established in 2019 to strengthen national laboratory systems among Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Member Countries in the Asia and Pacific region. The Network supports timely detection of pathogens with outbreak potential and enhances routine diagnostic services.

The Network currently comprises 14 Member States: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Viet Nam, Nepal, Timor-Leste, Papua New Guinea (PNG), and Pakistan.

The RPHL Network operates under the RPHL Network Foundation, which is established under the laws of Thailand and registered as a juristic person under the Civil and Commercial Code. The Foundation serves as the legal entity of the Network and is responsible for fiduciary oversight, financial accountability, and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

The RPHL Network Secretariat, based at the Department of Medical Sciences (DMSC), Ministry of Public Health, Thailand, provides operational and technical support to the Network. Operated under the RPHL Network Foundation, the RPHL Network is implementing a range of regional initiatives to strengthen laboratory preparedness, response, quality systems, workforce development, leadership, and peer-to-peer collaboration across the Asia-Pacific region. These include the “Strengthening Resilient Laboratory Systems in ASEAN through Regional Preparedness, Response, and Leadership Development” Project, supported by the ASEAN–UK Health Strategic Partnership (2026–2029), which aims to enhance the resilience of laboratory systems across ASEAN through regional preparedness, response, and leadership development. To accelerate the implementation of its activities, The RPHL Network Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Senior Programme Coordinator, supporting efforts to strengthen laboratory capacity across the region.

Position Description

The Senior Programme Coordinator plays a key role within the RPHL Network Secretariat, providing overall coordination and oversight of the ASEAN–UK Health Security Partnership (HSP) project and supporting the effective implementation of RPHL Network activities.

The position is responsible for monitoring programme implementation, budgets, grant requirements, reporting, and deliverables to ensure alignment with approved workplans, budgets, and donor requirements. The Senior Programme Coordinator also maintains close coordination with RPHL Network members, ASEAN–UK HSP partners, funding agencies, and other key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Primary Working Relationships

Internal:

• Executive Director
• RPHL Network Secretariat Team

External:

• Department of Medical Sciences (DMSC)
• RPHL Network Member States
• Subject Matter Experts. RPHL Network
• Funding agencies
• Relevant stakeholders

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

The prospective staff will perform the following tasks:

• Oversee and monitor ASEAN UK HSP grant
• Monitor project implementation both activities and budget align with Funding agencies rules and regulations
• Monitor expense reports, grant reports, and other financial documentation to be submitted on time
• Initiate proposal and budget development
• Review and finalize reports (including project, finance, summaries, and minutes) to be submitted on timely basis
• Initiate/draft write-up to promote activities on the website or others
• Maintain day-to-day communication and coordination with RPHL Network members and ASEAN UK HSP and other key partners;
• Act as a liaison between partners, ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle;
• Any other as assigned by supervisors

Key Deliverables

• Grant monitoring reports
• Completed project implementation
• Activities/Project Reports
• Finalized relevant TOR and Concept Notes
• Finalized Write-up/story of impact or communication

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

• Thai Nationality with proven effective communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Obtained master's degree in any of development fields such as health related, communication, sociology, sciences, food sciences, etc. with at least 15 years of working experience
• Required working experience on project/program management, providing support to government agencies, intergovernmental agencies, academic universities, or NGOs. Experience working at an international organization or managing intergovernmental funds is preferred.
• Skills in Microsoft Office/Google, email, and Internet navigation are required.
• Ability to maintain good working environment and relationship, demonstrating interpersonal, and teamwork skills, cultural sensitivity with proven ability to liaise, communicate & consult with multi-disciplinary stakeholders/partners;
• Experience in public relations or stakeholder engagement is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Proficiency in languages spoken in RPHL Member States.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Member Countries.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment and strong work ethic.

Hiring Conditions

• This position is open to candidates currently residing in Thailand.
• Recruitment is subject to confirmation of funding.
• Expected starting salary, negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

Interested candidates, 

If you have the skills and experience required for this position and are committed to supporting effective programme implementation and advancing Gender Equity, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, through the online application form. Click here to apply.

Applications must be received by 05:00 PM (Bangkok time) on 15 October 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.