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Programme Support Officer (04565)
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Located: Bangkok, Thailand - Open to Thai nationals only
Hours of work: 35
What we offer
Fair and competitive pay rates
Substantial annual leave with the possibility of buying or selling leave
Generous pension contributions
Medical insurance
Travel insurance
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated Programme Support Officer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Regional Programme Development & Resourcing Manager and liaising with the wider Leonard Cheshire International Team, you will monitor programme delivery in Thailand and undertake other programmatic activities as required for the development of new programmes, fundraising and compliance.
The position is also responsible for team support and administration to ensure efficient operation of the regional office. You will manage the programs and partnerships at the local level in alignment with the requirements of the legal systems and operations in country.
About You
You must be educated to a degree level and have demonstrable administration experience. You must also have experience of implementing projects in Thailand and in an international non-government organisational. You will be able to develop reports, liaise with external stakeholders and show a good understanding of local laws and tax requirements.
We are looking for a creative self-starter, with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and computer skills, and the ability to handle multiple, and varied tasks simultaneously. You must have an excellent written and verbal communication skills in both in Thai and English.
An understanding of disability issues is not essential but would be advantageous.
About Leonard Cheshire
Leonard Cheshire is one of the world’s leading charities supporting persons with disabilities. We believe that persons with disabilities should have the freedom to live their lives the way they choose – with the opportunity and support to live independently, to contribute economically and to participate fully in society. Our international development programmes support children in school and disabled adults into employment across Africa and Asia. We have established local partners in countries of operation whom we have worked with for a number of years. Our ambitious new five year international strategy aims to enrich lives and promote independence for more than 100,000 people with disabilities across Africa and Asia.
Further information
We seek candidates with a genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire who are excited by this opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with a disability and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
A police check will be required for this role. This post is open to Thai nationals only and you will be required to show your right to work in Thailand.
Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received; therefore we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate has been appointed.
Closing date and details on how to apply
Please note we do not accept emailed CVs for the application process; please apply through the specific link provided or through our website at https://careers.leonardcheshire.org/jobs/vacancy/find/results/
Sunday 1st September 2019