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Offito of tho Sotrcfarim in Vi~m'ian.Offrce of the Chl,,f Execuftve Ofll~er184 Fa Ngoum Road,P.O. Box 6101, Vicntienc, Lao PDRTeI; (856-21)263 263. Pnx; (856-21) 263264

FACSIMILEREF FAX NO: MK- OSV 004/15To; Facsimile No.: 662-298 6605

Bangkok, Thailand

Date: 09 January 2015Number ofpage(s): 6(including this page)

Dear Sir,

Subject: Vacancy announcement for the position of GIS & Database Specialist

The MRC Secretariat would like to announce an opening for the position of GIS & DatabaseSpecialist attached to the Information and Knowledge Management Programme, TechnicalSupport Division. We would therefore like to forward you the vacancy announcement and thejob description for the above-mentioned position for your kind consideration Jd action.

The vacancy announcement will be advertised in The Nations newspaper. In order to access alarger pool of candidates, the Secretariat will post the vacancy on well-known national job-listing websites including; www.jobsdb.com, www.jobthai.com, MRCS Recruitment ChannelsNetwork, and will obtain the applications of potential candidates from head-hunting companies.We would be grateful if you could widely and actively distribute this vacancy to relevantministries and line agencies.

The closing date for the applications is 06 February 2015. We would appreciJ.te it if you couldforward the applications to the MRC Secretariat by 20 February 2015 so that the recruitment

. can be processed according to its timeline.

Thank you for your continued support.

Yours sincerely,

/ '. Hans GuttmanChief Executive Officer

Mekong River Commission Secretariat

Director GeneralThai National Mekong CommitteeMember of the MRC Joint Committee for ThailandMinistry of Natural Resources and EnvironmentDepartment of Water Resources180/3 Rama 6 Road, Soi Phibul Watana BuildingPhayathai, Bangkok 10400 Thailand

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Mekong River CommissionThe role of MRC is to promote and coordinate sustainable management and development of water and

related resources for the countries' mutual benefit and the people's well-being

. MRC Secretariat is now recruiting a highly qualified candidate for the position ot

GIS and Database Shecialist:, : ;' ...>...' .- .. ..'.H. " - /-. - r - , ". "r- . ,,

Division/Section Information and Knowledge Management Programme (IKMP).Technical Support Division (T80)M-11MRC Secretariat in Phnom Penh, CambodiaFixed-term Appolntrnent lOne year contract renewal

LevelWork locationContract typel Duration

Key Re~PQn$ibilities:

• Take overall and implement projectsJactivities of MRC Information System component of IKMP suchas work plan preparation, and routine works under the component;

• Provide technical advice in relation to data management, collection and the development of databasesystems including Data Qllality Assurance and Quality Control to the MRC Programmes, projectsand riparian relevant line agencies;

" Undertake spatial analyses and mapping for MRC Programmes and projects, as required;• Maintain and update the spatial and time series databases, including links to other MRC databases;" Supervise qualiti control of spatial datasets and the generation of metadata;• Co-ordinate with other divisions/sections of the MRCS on data retrieval I acquisition, quality

control/assessment and analysis for the purposes of enhancing GIS activities at MRCS;• Assist in the development and maintenance of web-based GIS applications and services, including

MRC Data Portal;• Co-ordinate the processing of spatial datasets requests by other ~gencies;• Train riparian counterparts and MRC Programmes staff in GIS applications, including related

software, through on-the-job training and technical worksnops:• Perform any other relevant tasks as agreed with the direct supervisor.

Qualifications/Reg uirements:

• An advanced degree in naturaVphysical sciences, e.g. geography or Information Technology or inany other academic field relevant to natural resources management and/or mapping and High leveltraining in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) either as part of an advanced degree or throughseparate recognised training arrangements;

• At least 7 years experience in developing spatial natural resources information systems anddatabaaes, demonstrating knOWledge of natural resources classification systems and mapping.preferably in relation to the Mekong region or similar natural environments are required;

• Full working knowledge of ArcGIS/Arclnfo software. Knowledge in Remote Sensing related softwareis an advantage;

• WQrking knowledge of relational database systems. ArcSDE geodatabase design and management;• Experience in developing online map services (e.g. with ArcIMS) and GIS Applications is highly

desirable;• Experience in drafting policies, guidelines etc for data and information management would be an

advantage;" Experience in applying satellite remote sensing. both SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) and optical

imageries, to GIS for natural resources mapping and inventories would be an advantage;• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, Working knowledge of more than one riparian language

is desirable.

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Closing date for applications: 06 February 2015

Application procedures:Only nationals of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Vietnam are eligible to apply. The application shouldinclude (i) a cover letter outlining clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position, (ii) adetailed CV, and (iil) MRC Personal History Form. The position title and section/division must be indicated inthe cover letter.

The application should be sent to the National Mekong Committee in the applicant's home country:

Cambodia National Mekong CommitteeP.O.6ox 623,364 Monivong Blvd.,Sang kat Phsar Doerm Thkouv, Khan ChamkarMon, Phnom Penh, CambodiaTeL (855-23) 216 514 Fax. (855-23) 218 506E-mail:cnmcs@cnmc.gov.kh or

khom.sk@gmaiLcom

Thai Nationai Mekong CommitteeDepartment of Water Resources180/3 Rama 6 Road, Soi Phibul Watana BUildingPhayathai, Bangkok 10400 ThailandTel. (66"2) 271 6160,271 6620Fax. (66-2) 298 6605E-mail: tnmc@dwr.mail.go.th

Lao National Mekong CommlitteeKhunbulorn Road, Chantabouly District,Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel. (856-21) 260 983 Fax. (856-21) 260 984E-mail: Inmcs@monre.gov.la

Viet Nam National Mekong Committee23 Hang Tre, Ha Noi, Viet NamTel. (84-4) 8254785 Fax. (84-4) 825 6929E-mail: vnmc.personnel@gmail.com

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OfficI! of the Secretariat in ViCDlianc COS V),Otncc (I!the Chief Executive Officer184 Fa Ngoum Road.r.O. Box 6101, Vientiane, Lao PDRTcl: 856-:41) 263 263, Fax: 856-21) 263264

JOB DESCRIPTION

Updated; December 2014

Title:Functional Title:Division:Level of post:Location:Reporting to:

Programme OfficerGIS and Database SpecialistTechnical Support DivisionM-111 (Riparian Professional)MRC Office of Secretariat in Phnorn Penh (OSP)Coordinator of the Information & Knowledge ManagementProgramme

1. THE MeKONGRIVER COMMISSION

The Mekong River Commission {MRC) was established by the 1995 Agreement on (J;o-operation forthe Su~tainableDevelopment of the Mekong River Basin, between the governments of Cambodia,Laos, Thailand and Viet Nam. In accordance with this Agreement, the Mission of MRC is: "Topromote and coordinate sustainable management and development of water and related resourcesfor the countries' mutual benefit and the people's well being by implementing strategic programmesand activities and providing scientific information and policy advice."

2. THE IN~ORMATION AND KNOWLEIJGE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

Under the Technical Support Division (TSO), the Information and Knowledge Managementprogramme (IKMP) is the centre for the. repository and analysis of data and tools for information onMekong River Basin water and related resources and develops reliable and up-to-date databasesand information systems. It was designed as a cross cutting programme of the Mekong RiverCommission (MRC) which provides information and knowledge services to other programmes aswell as to National Mekong Committee and line agencies. As it was formulated in December 2006through the approval of the MRC Council, IKMP's objective is to build a solid foundation of data,information and knowledge products. systems and services that supports the goal of the MekongRiver Commission. .

Phase one of the programme was operated from January 2007 to December 2010 under theframework of 1995 Mekong Agreement and was in line with the MRC Strategic Plan 2006w2010.Moving forward to consolidate outputs/achievements of IKMP and continue providing knowledgebased products and services to other MRC programmes and member countries as needed, phasetwo of IKMP has been formulated covering period of 2011-2015 which is designed to be very muchin line with new strategic Plan 2011-2015 of the MRC.

The development objective of IKMP 2011-2015 is to "effectively support MRC progtammes,NMCS and relevant line agencIes on the development and management of water and relatedresources in the Melrong Basin by providIng basin-wide monitorlngt impact assessment,modeling, forecasting, and knowledge management system for planning and programmeimplementation work". The !KMP 2011-2015 Is established with five key components based on itsdelivered products and services, including: Programme Management. River Monitoring, MRCInformation System, Modelling and Assessment, and Learning Centre for Knowledge Hub forTransboundary Water Resources Management.

Implementation of IKMP 2011-2015 requires a number of inputs. The GIS and Database Specialistis supposed to support the implementation of the programme in the field of Data and InformationManagement.

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,3. JOB SUMMARY

Under the overall supervision of the Division Director, and the direct supervision of the IKMPCoordinator, the GIS and Database Specialist takes overall activities of MRC Information Systemcomponent of IKMP, co-ordinates and carries out GIS and Physical Geography related activities.

4. KevTAsKS

The incumbent performs the following tasks:

- Takes overall and implements projects/activities of MRC Information System component ofIKMP such as work plan preparation, and routine works under the component.

- Provides technical advice in relation to data management, collection and the development ofdatabase systems including Data Quality Assurance and Quality Control to the MRCProgrammes, projects and riparian relevant line agencies.

- Undertakes spatial analyses and mapping for MRC Programmes and projects, ~IISrequired.

- Maintains and updates the spatial and time series databases, including links to other MRCdatabases.

- Supervises quality control of spatial datasets and the generation ofmetadata.

- Co-ordinates with other divisions/sections of the MRCS on data retrieval, acquisition, qualitycontrol/assessment and analysis for the purposes of enhancing GIS activities at MRCS.

- Assists In the development and maintenance of web-based GIS applications and services,including MRC Data Portal.

- Co-ordinates the processing of spatial datasets requests by other agencies,

- Trains riparian counterparts and MRC Programmes staff in GIS applications, including relatedsoftware, through on-the-job training and technical workshops.

- Performs any other relevant tasks as agreed with the direct supervisor.

5. SCOPE OF AUTHORITY

(a) Supervision requirements: The incumbent is responsible for the outputs of the component,the on-the-job training of MRC, NMC and line agency staff as detailed in key tasks above.

(b) Level of autonomy: Decision making generally follows defined procedures. The position doesnot administer a budget

(c) Level of problem solving required: Problem solving can be complex and is based on thedirection of IKMP coordlnator/C'l'A and speclallst technical knowledge.

(d) Level and type of communications required: Communications are wide, within and outsidethe organisation, and include routine written communications, technical notes, systemdocumentation etc.

6, COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS

(a) Core Values: lnteqrlty, professionalism and respect for diversity.

(b) Core Competencies; Communioation, teamwork, planning and organising, accountability,creativity, client orientation, commitment to continuous learning, and technological awareness.

7, POST-SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

An advanced degree in naturatphyslcat sciences, e.g. geographY or Information Technology or inany other academic field relevant to natural resources management and/or mapping and High leveltraining in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) either as part of an advanced degree or throughseparate recognised training arrangements.

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, At least 7years experience in developing spatial natural resources information systems anddatabases, demonstrating knowledge of natural resources classification systems and mapping,preferably in relation to the Mekong region or simnar natural environments are required,

Full working knowledge of ArcGISfArclnfo software. Knowledge in Remote Sensing related softwareis an advantage

Working knowledge of relational database systems, ArcSOE geodatabase design and management.

Experience in developing online map services (e.q. with ArcIMS) and GIS Applications is highlydesirable.

Experience in drafting policies, guidelines etc for data and information management would be anadvantage.

Experience in applying satellite remote sensing, both BAR (Synthetio Aperture Radar) and optic;;!1imageries, to GIS for natural resources mapping and inventories would be an advantage.

Language: Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Working knowledge of more than oneriparian language is desirable.

8. SIGNATURES

Incumbent: _____ (date)

Supervisor: _____ (date)

Director: ______ (date)

i Brief information on remuneration

The remuneration package, subject to change, includes (i) annual net base salary exempt from taxby Cambodia authorities, starting at US$33,440 (M-11, step I); (ii) MRC's contribution to staffmember's Provident Fund of 14% of basic salary upon completion of 3 years in service; (iii)Contribution of MRC to Health and Accident insurances {on shared basis with employee}; (iv) otherentitlements and benefits such as dependency allowance, 6 weeks' annual vacation; sick leave,maternity leave etc.

Non-resident staff members receive an additional (i) 7% of basic salary for Post Adjustmentallowance; (ii) 7% of basic salary for Hardship allowance; (iii) Rental subsidy of 40% of the rent rateup to maximum of US$ 6,000 annual; (iv) Education Grant of 75% of max. expense of US$ 13,000;(v) Travel cost and Shipment expenses on assignment and upon separation; (vi) other entitlementsand benefits such as Relocation Grant allowance, Home Leave Travel, Education Grant Travel, etc.

The duration of the assignment of MRC Riparian Professional Staff is up to maximum 6 yearsaccording to 1995 Mekong Agreement and Procedural Rules.

THE MRCS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO APPOINT A CANDIDATE AT A LEVEL LOWERTHAN THE ADVERTIZED LEVEL OF THE POST.

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