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Vacancy Announcement    

Programme Assistant – Chiang Mai

(12 months, with possibility of extension)

 DCA Foundation in Thailand – Chiang Mai Office

DCA Foundation in Thailand is seeking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic person to fill the position of Programme Assistant. This person will be a member of the DCAFT team based in Chiang Mai. The Programme Assistant will provide support to DCAFTH Programme staff and partner organizations, primarily on programme implementation, procurement & logistics, and administration related to workshops, trainings, and other events.  

The Programme Assistant will report to the DCA Head of Programme and will have functional links to the other Finance, Admin and Programme staff working in Thailand and the region.  

Specific responsibilities

• Work with DCA Programme Staff on procurement & logistics related to programme implementation. 
• Support the implementation of trainings, workshops and other events, through arrangement of travel, accommodation, venue and other materials as necessary. 
• Support DCA Programme Staff to develop & test new training materials
• Work with regional-based colleagues to support implementation of programmes and travel to & events within Thailand. 
• Support DCA Foundation partner organizations with programme implementation and procurement & logistics needs.
• Work with DCA Programme Coordinators in ensuring the effective implementation of projects, through support on MEAL, reporting and other activities. 
• Travel to DCA Foundation & partner programme implementation sites within Thailand to support programmes, workshops, trainings and other events, as required. 
• When necessary, support DCA Finance Coordinators & Admin staff to maintain sound financial and administrative filing systems and procedures for DCA Chiang Mai office.
• Provide any additional finance, admin and programme support as required by the DCA Head of Programme. 

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in programme implementation & administrative support work in the development or humanitarian sectors desired. 
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel preferred. 
• Clear track record in supporting procurement & logistics preferred.  
• Good command of written and spoken English & Thai preferred.  
• Legal right to work in Thailand, and willingness to travel throughout Northern Thailand when required.  

The benefit package for the position includes competitive remuneration with base salary depending on qualifications and experience. Other benefits include social security (as per Thailand Law) and medical insurance and medical reimbursement.

The contract is initially for 12 months and is eligible for extension subject to performance and funding availability.

Starting date: ASAP

Weekly working hours: 40 hours per week.

Closing Date: Applications will be continuously reviewed. 

How to apply: Please submit your CV, application letter and two current references using the DCA on-line application system. 
https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions

DCA promotes equal opportunity in terms of gender, race/ethnicity and belief and encourages all qualified and interested candidates to apply.

Please note that only candidates shortlisted for written tests and interviews will be contacted.

About the DCA Foundation in Thailand:

The DCA Foundation in Thailand works to support vulnerable and marginalized people in northern Thailand and supports various locally led initiatives focusing on sustainable livelihoods, education, mitigating the impacts of climate change, assisting victims of natural and environmental disasters, and providing support to persons with disabilities (PwDs). DCA Foundation in Thailand is registered as an NGO under the Non-Governmental Organisation Registration Statue of 2012. DCA is one of the major Danish humanitarian non-governmental organisations (NGOs). It is an independent non-profit organization, whose activities are funded by private donations, and funds from the Danish Government and other bilateral donors.