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POSITION TITLE
International Cooperation Officer

DUTY STATION
Busan, Republic of Korea

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
1 July 2010 or as soon as possible thereafter

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Program Management and Communications
- He or she will report to the director of APEC Climate Center, working in close consultation with division heads and senior research scientists;
- Draft plans for, and spearhead activities on the development climate information applications at APCC;
- Manage international programs and contribute to international fund-raising;
- Organize and prepare written outputs, e.g., project proposals, draft background papers, analysis etc.; and
- Liaise with various stakeholders, facilitate exchange of MoUs, organize various social events or conferences, and attend relevant meetings.

b. Networking with APEC stakeholders and Public relations - He or she will participate in regular coordination and exchange of information with Science Advisory Committee members, Working Group members, international agencies as well as counterparts in APEC member economies on regional issues;
- Design, coordinate and edit the quarterly APCC Newsletter and knowledge products;
- Solicit, edit and manage content for the Virtual Center; and
- Represent and attend international forums on behalf of APCC and meetings as appropriate.

* Depending on the needs of the institute, the job duties and projects may change as and when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Master degree in Climate Science, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Public Policy, Development Studies and related fields

- 5 years progressive work experience, at least three years in an international organization

- Excellent communication skills, writing and speaking English

- Ability to prepare, execute and document large scale projects, training events and networking activities independently.

- High level of social skills, ability to work in a multicultural environment, confident presentation skills

- Experience in administrative and logistical support to projects and events

- Flexibility and willingness to travel

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

SALARY
50,000,000 Korean won per annum, including all the benefits. If the candidate has exceptionally good expertise and experience, the salary can be negotiable. APCC reserves the right to hire someone with lower qualifications with a lower salary.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Evaluation of applications will begin from 1 July 2010. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

APPLICATION
Following documents should be submitted by E-mail to APCC:

- Application form (Click here for download)
- Three letters of recommendation
- C.V.
- A letter of interest

If short listed, the applicant will be requested to submit additional documents including:
- Degree certificates
- Official transcripts
- Medical certificate

* inquiries can be directed to: Mr. Jong-Wook Kang (jjomhe@apcc21.net).

Date of issue of vacancy notice: 11 June 2010