Job offer: Program Officer (mpsez Set Up)

The Secretariat Office for the Master Plan to Develop Preah Sihanouk Province into a Model Multi-Purpose SEZ and to transform Cambodia’s Coastal Provinces into a Comprehensive Economic Corridor is tasked with coordinating and implementing strategic initiatives to foster sustainable development in the coastal provinces in Cambodia. The Master Plan focuses on turning Preah Sihanouk into a regional economic hub while leveraging the potential of other coastal provinces Kampot, Koh Kong and Kep.

In this context, the Secretariat Office is looking for highly skilled professionals to support the implementation and coordination of the Master Plan. We are seeking to recruit for the following positions:

Program Officer (MPSEZ Set Up) is responsible for assisting and facilitating the establishment and operational set up of Master Plan Implement Institution (MPSEZ Administration) within Multiple Special Economic Zone (MPSEZ). This position involves not only facilitating the setup of the institution but also ensuring that the institution operates efficiently, complies with regulations, and is able to reach the expected goal. The officer works with various stakeholders, including government agencies and line ministries to ensure smooth operations and establishment of institution.

Duties

• Support the team for the preparation and establishment of Master Plan Implementation Institution,
• Conduct a relevant analysis of the legal, economic, governance related to the Masterplan Implementation Institutions,
• Coordinate with relevant government agencies, private sector stakeholders, and local communities to ensure alignment with broader development goals,
• Support the team for set up the Operational Manual or SOP for the implementation of Master Plan Implementation Institution
• Cooperate and work together with provincial administrator team and other technical leads during operational implementation
• Undertake other relevant tasks as assigned by the management or Secretariat Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Public Policy, International Relations, Development Studies, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
• Fresh Graduate is highly encouraged to apply
• Minimum 1 year experience in program coordination, development work, project management, implementation unit setup, or similar projects
• Familiarity with development programs and multi-stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in both Khmer and English (Chinese is highly preferred).