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Job Description: AUN Junior Programme Officer (JPO)

As a Junior Programme Officer (JPO) working for the AUN Secretariat, you will support the design, coordination, and implementation of various programmes and projects in regional higher education. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to build core professional skills in communication, collaboration, and project management, while engaging with stakeholders across ASEAN and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and monitoring AUN programmes, events, and collaborative projects.
• Support communication with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders via email, meetings, and reports.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the timely execution of tasks and deliverables.
• Help maintain project documentation, timelines, and task tracking.
• Participate in mission trips and project activities when required.
• Contribute to content creation for reports, proposals, and social media/communications.

Required Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or a closely related field.
• Language Proficiency: Strong proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Nationality Requirement: Thai Citizenship 

Key Competencies and Traits

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with a team-first attitude.
• Foundational project management abilities (task tracking, coordination, reporting).
• Organized and detail-oriented, with good time management skills.
• Open to learning, adaptable, and proactive in contributing ideas.
• Comfortable working in cross-cultural and diverse environments.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.
• Basic knowledge of regional higher education or development work is a plus.
• Third language proficiency (e.g., Chinese, Japanese, Bahasa) is not required, but an asset.
• Willingness and ability to travel abroad for work.

Remuneration

Starting salary of 23,000 THB/month (for candidates with no prior work experience)

Duty Station

This is a field duty station based at Bangkok, Thailand.

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday, 09.00 – 17.00 (GMT+7)

Contract:

One-year contract with the possibility of extension.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage provided.
• Travel Insurance: Coverage included for international missions and official trips.
• National Saving Funds: Contribution to Thailand’s National Saving Fund for long-term financial security.

How to Apply

• Fill out the application form via: 

https://www.aunsec.org/job-opportunities

• In the application form, applicants will need to submit the following documents:
  • Current Resume 
  • Cover Letter 
  • Profile Photo 
  • Proof of completing your highest education degree 
  • Proof of additional qualifications/certificates (optional) 
  • English language proficiency test results (optional) 

Recruitment Process

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

• Written Examination: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a written examination designed to reflect actual working contexts and real-world scenarios at the AUN Secretariat.
• Interview: Candidates who successfully pass the written examination will be contacted at a later date to schedule a formal interview. 
• Alternative Placement: Should a candidate’s performance in the assessment demonstrate a strong fit for a role other than the one applied for, the Secretariat may initiate a discussion regarding alternative placement opportunities within the organization.
• Results: Successful candidates will be notified within 24 hours following the completion of the interview stage.