INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY
FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCY
SENIOR OFFICER
EXTERNAL ECONOMIC RELATIONS
Background:
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of
ASEAN, a regional inter‐governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace
and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It
comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.
The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new
impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional
framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly
approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the
requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political‐Security
Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio‐
Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to
provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building
process under the Charter and the Blueprints.
Currently the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of
Senior Officer External Economic Relations who will work under the External Economic
Relations Division, Market Integration Directorate, ASEAN Economic Community
Department. This Division manages manage economic relations with Dialogue Partners
and international economic organisations, and provide support for the negotiation and
monitoring of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), including supporting their implementation
through the implementation of projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Coordinate and support the meetings in the area of FTA:
• Prepare agenda and/or report of the meeting for adoption.
• Develop and present policy papers as the basis for deliberations.
• Act as a resource person of meetings.• Propose support in enhancing economic relations and oversee the
implementation and monitoring of the ASEAN’s Plus One FTAs.
• Prepare document for negotiations.
• Communicate with the relevant committees to discuss technical and
implementation issues.
2. Coordinate activities and provide required support for the implementation of
programmes and projects funded by Dialogue Partners in this area:
• Initiate and develop project proposals for consideration by Member States
and/or relevant Dialogue partners.
• Coordinate implementation of approved projects/ programmes.
• Liaise with experts and/or consultants to ensure that the output of the
projects/activities facilitate the achievement of its objectives.
• Evaluate impact of projects/ programmes and address implementation issues as
they arise.
3. Support the ASEAN Bodies with regards to relevant meetings:
• Prepare agenda and/or report of the meeting for adoption.
• Prepare and present policy papers.
• Provide support as a resource person for the related meeting.
4. Disseminate information as required:
• Speak at seminars, workshops and training courses as required.
• Respond to enquires from researchers/private sectors/public sectors.
• Prepare first draft of report of Meetings, Press Releases as necessary.
Requirements:
• Postgraduate degree, preferably in the area of Economics.
• A minimum of six (6) years high‐level experience in the relevant field.
• High‐level technical skills and knowledge in area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving, planning and the development of policies
and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate staff and work effectively with people at all levels
of the organisation.
• Experience in identifying training and professional/technical development needs of
staff.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct both formal and on the job training, and foster the
career development goals of staff.
• Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills and sound interpersonal
skills, including experience in cross‐cultural environment and international settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with
stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative work practices.• Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and
Outlook where relevant to the position.
• Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
General qualifications:
Familiarity with diplomatic practices and protocol. Other required qualities are:
computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi‐
task, work long and irregular hours, and perform outside the usual job scope; ability to
function effectively independently and as part of a team; and a willingness to travel
frequently on short notice.
Remuneration and Benefits:
Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and
monthly salary starting from USD 2,900. There are other applicable benefits which
include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon
completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three‐
year contract, inclusive of the six‐month probationary period, in the first instance.
How to apply:
Send your application to hr‐asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential
contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of
educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form with
recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.
Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Senior Officer External
Economic Relations
Application papers should be received at the ASEAN Secretariat by 31 January 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and the decision of the Secretary‐General of
ASEAN on the appointment shall be final.
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