JOB ALERT: CEO – MRC Secretariat – 19 OCT 2007

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Mekong River Commission

The Mekong River Commission (MRC) was established by the Governments
of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Viet Nam, with the signing of the
1995 Agreement on the Cooperation for the Sustainable Development of
the Mekong River Basin. The MRC is an international,
intergovernmental organization committed to the sustainable
development of water and related resources in the Mekong Basin.

The MRC is looking for an outstanding international professional for
the position of Chief Executive Officer of the MRC Secretariat in
Vientiane, Lao PDR.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
D-2 post level, one term of 3 years, based in Vientiane, Lao PDR

Application procedures: The application must include (i) two pages
cover letter outlining relevant qualifications; (ii) detailed CV;
(iii) Three reference contacts; (iv) degrees and relevant
certificates; (v) cover page of the applicant's passport (in PDF);
and (vi) contact address and send to:

Mekong River Commission Secretariat
P.O. Box 6101, Vientiane, 01000, Lao PDR
Email: mrcs%40mrcmekong.org">mrcsmrcmekong.org
Closing date for applications: 19 OCTOBER 2007

Women are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be
notified.

Applicants must be no older than 56 at the time of application
submision date.

Updated: 29 August 2007

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Chief Executive Officer of the Mekong River
Commission (MRC) Secretariat

Duty station: MRC Secretariat, Vientiane, Lao PDR, possibly
relocated to Phnom Penh, Cambodia in 2009

Duration of assignment: One term of three years

Post level: D-2

1. Qualifications

1.1 Advanced (post-graduate) degree in one or more of the
following areas: Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science,
Management, Public Administration, Engineering, Law, Development,
Socio-economics.

1.2 Fluency in all aspects of the English language is essential,
proficiency in French and/or one or more of the riparian languages
are an advantage.

1.3 Outstanding achievement in policy development and
implementation at chief or senior executive level, and proven record
of high-level management, preferably of an international
organization, ideally related to natural resources management.

1.4 Experience in restructuring or improving the efficiency of
the organization.

1.5 Experience in international development co-operation and
resource mobilization strategy development and co-ordination.

1.6 High-level experience in dealing with regional and extra-
regional governments and institutions and in negotiating with
development partners.

1.7 Profound understanding of the development needs, aspirations
and vision of each riparian member country, experience in the Mekong
River Basin and familiarity with regional development issues would be
an advantage.

1.8 Profound understanding of the objectives and provisions of
the Mekong Agreement of 1995, co-operation mechanism, areas of
development activities and institutional framework.

1.9 Demonstrated high-level skill in managing large and complex
organizations, and capacity for the development of creative solutions
to complex problems.

1.10 Outstanding leadership, management, organizational,
communication, interpersonal, cross-cultural and negotiating skills.

1.11 Executive experience in development of organization
management systems such as institutional arrangement, financial
systems, information technology strategies and systems, and human
resource management systems.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

Overall Responsibilities:

2.1 Direct the Secretariat activities that are required to
support the implementation of "the Agreement of the Co-operation for
the Sustainable Development of the Mekong River Basin";, 5 April 1995,
and other related rules/procedures in force, and ensure timely
implementation of the task assigned by the JC and the Council and the
funded projects.

2.2 Inspire Secretariat and other stakeholders to work together
to achieve a vision for a Mekong River Basin that is economically
prosperous, socially just and environmentally sound.

2.3 Maintain and improve contacts with development partners to
sustain and strengthen MRC's fundraising activities.

2.4 Ensure that the Secretariat, National Mekong Committees
(NMCs), MRC programme and project staff and relevant line ministries
understand and are working towards implementation of the agreed
vision for a MRC that is a world class, financially secure,
international river basin organisation, serving Mekong Countries to
achieve the Basin Vision.

2.5 Promote and strengthen co-operation among MRC member
countries in sustainable management and development of water and
related resources for the countries' mutual benefit and the people's
well-being by providing scientific information and policy advice, and
implementing strategic programmes and activities in accordance with
the 1995 Mekong Agreement.

2.6 Develop MRCS, under guidance of JC, to become an efficient,
well organized, enthusiastic, organizational culture that encourages
efficiency, innovation, professionalism and creativity.

2.7 Ensure that MRC presents a corporate identity that is
consistent with its vision and mission.

Specific Responsibilities:

2.8 Act on behalf of the MRC on the resources mobilization and
matters recommended by the Joint Committee and approved and delegated
by the Council.

2.9 Advise the Joint Committee, and the Council through the Joint
Committee, overseeing regular information exchange and open
communication, involving strengthened Secretariat links with the
Joint Committee for communication with riparian government officials.

2.10 By the authorization of the JC or Council, act as a
designated agent or representative of the Mekong River Commission at
international meetings, with the power to sign agreements on behalf
of the MRC.

2.11 Foster effective working relationships with representatives
of the MRC member governments and with representatives of other
national, international, regional organizations and major
stakeholders relevant to the interests of the MRC member countries.

2.12 Liaise with development partners and potential development
partners to develop and strengthen partnerships that lead to
provision of financial and technical resources needed for the
implementation of the Strategic Plan and establish and maintain
strategic alliances which contribute to the effective operation of
the MRC.

2.13 Reduce operating costs through initiatives to improve the
efficiency of the Secretariat and ensure that Secretariat operating
costs are met.

2.14 Co-ordinate development activities in the Mekong River Basin.

2.15 Oversee and facilitate resource mobilization and co-
ordination, with full accountability for funds channelled through the
Secretariat.

2.16 Ensure that services provided by the Secretariat for
projects, National Mekong Committees, the Joint Committee and
development partners are undertaken in a professional, transparent,
timely and efficient way.

2.17 Ensure the overall effective management and internal cohesion
of the Secretariat.

2.18 Expedite implementation of the riparianisation process of the
Secretariat in order to increase the ownership and sustainability of
the MRC.

2.19 Suggest an organizational structure that is best suited to
the responsibilities of the MRC Secretariat, oversee structural
reforms to make MRCS an effective organization. This organisational
structure should be guided by the Joint Committee and Council in line
with the riparianisation process following the results of the
Independent Organizational Review of the MRC Secretariat and the
National Mekong Committees held end of 2006.

2.20 Restructure internal policies such as in the areas of
finance, procurement, recruitment, training and skills transfer, in
line with the Strategic Plan, in order to ensure greater efficiency,
effectiveness, transparency and accountability.

2.21 Encourage recruitment and staff development practices that
will maximize the capacity, sustainability and efficiency of the
Secretariat under guidance of JC.

2.22 Formulate and implement a clear information policy regarding
access to, and communication of information internally and
externally, including Internet/e-mail policies and procedures.

2.23 Formulate and implement clear communication systems for
enhanced co-ordination between the Secretariat and the National
Mekong Committees.

2.24 Actively pursue the implementation of the Strategic Plan of
the Mekong River Commission, by driving and promoting it both
internally and externally, including facilitation of the transition
from a project to a programme-based organization, and from an
engineering to a co-operative development focus. Maintain and improve
the MRC's strategic planning cycle process.

2.25 Ensure that the MRC meets requirements for planning,
implementation, and co-ordination so that the objectives of the
Programmes can be achieved according to best practice.

2.26 Commitment to ethical work practices and employment equity.
Commitment to fair and equitable application of rules and principles.

3. Competence Requirements

3.1 Core value: Integrity, neutrality, professionalism and
respect for diversity

3.2 Core competencies: Communication, teamwork, planning and
organizing, accountability, creativity, client orientation,
commitment to continuous learning, and technology awareness.

3.3 Managerial competency: vision, leadership, empowering others,
building trust, managing performance, and judgment/decision making.

4. Outputs to be produced

4.1 Preparation of Annual Work Programme and updates on the
progress and evolution of the Strategic Plan

4.2 Annual Report, including updates on the progress of key MRC
activities and Secretariat performance.

4.3 Clear policies regarding financial systems, information,
communication and human resources development.

4.4 Updates to development partners and other stakeholders on MRC
activities and specific project/ programme implementation progress.

4.5 Required reports and studies for the Joint Committee

4.6 Agendas, notices and necessary documentation for sessions of
the Joint Committee and Council pursuant to their respective Rules of
Procedures and specific instructions.

4.7 Proposed and recommended ways and means for progressive and
effective implementation of the Mekong Agreement of 1995.

4.8 Implementation and follow-up of the Strategic Plan including
promotion and support of coordinated, sustainable pro-poor
development; enhancement of effective regional cooperation,
strengthening basin-wide environmental monitoring and impact
assessment; strengthening the IWRM capacity and knowledge base.

4.9 Implementation of efficient programme coordination mechanisms
including an effective monitoring and evaluation tool for MRC
programmes and projects.

4.10 Execution of the riparianisation process of the Secretariat
as planned through gradual replacement of international staff by
riparian staff including the CEO position, increased efforts in
training and capacity building of riparian staff and proposals for
adjustment to the organizational set-up of the Secretariat.

4.11 Increased Fundraising with the amount of funds received being
the performance indicator.

4.12 Equitable distribution of riparian professional staff as per
article 33 of the 1995 Agreement on the Cooperation for the
Sustainable Development of the Mekong River Basin.

5. Supervision and Performance Evaluation

5.1 The CEO is an employee of the Mekong River Commission,
appointed by the Council, chosen from a short-list of qualified
candidates prepared by the Joint Committee. CEO shall function and
undertake his/her duties, responsibilities in accordance with the
1995 Mekong Agreement and relevant rules stipulated in the Rules of
Procedures of the Council, of the JC and of the MRCS.

5.2 The CEO shall undergo on an annual basis a performance
evaluation by the Joint Committee the outcome of which will be
submitted to the Council.

5.3 The CEO shall report to the JC and development partners for
the operation of the MRC Secretariat and be accountable for the
satisfaction of the agreed major performance indicators of the
Secretariat in the meeting of programme and policy objectives.

5.4 The CEO shall submit his/her semi-annual plan of activities
to be approved by the JC.

This Job Description may be revised/modified by the Joint Committee
with the Council's approval.

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