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Internal Audit Assistant

with Mekong River Commission

BTDC-ID: 37787
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Announcement Positions

Internal Audit Assistant

Announcement Description

The Mekong River Commission (MRC) is the only inter-governmental agency that works directly with the governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Vietnam on joint management of shared water resources and sustainable development of the Mekong River.

As a regional facilitating and advisory body governed by Water and Environment Ministers of the four countries, the MRC aims to ensure that the Mekong water is managed and developed in the most efficient and sustainable manner - that mutually benefits all Member Countries and minimises harmful effects on people and the environment in the Lower Mekong River Basin.

As the MRC Secretariat works extensively with a diverse range of documents, including reports, briefs, and handbooks, the Secretariat in Vientiane, Lao PDR, is seeking a qualified candidate from Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand or Viet Nam for the position of:

Announcement Positions

Internal Audit Assistant

Workplace Circumstances
  • Environment: Office
  • Languages: English
  • Location: Laos
Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Advisor / Individual Consultant, Accounting, Banking / Finance, Law
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: N/A
Position Summary

Consultant Type: Individual Consultant

Work location: MRC Secretariat, Vientiane

Division: Office of Chief Executive Officer

Duration/Contract type: 1 year with the possibility of an extension

Consultancy Type: Service Contract

Date posted: 1 December 2025

Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in accounting, Finance, Law, and other relevant fields.
Work History:
  • Mid-level role with at least auditing experience, in an international/public sector audit organization for 4 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Global Professional qualification e.g., Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent is highly preferred.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
Soft Skills
  • High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
  • Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
  • Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
  • Immediate availability will be considered an advantage.
 

How to Apply

Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the Terms of Reference at the bottom of this page.

The MRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Application procedures:

The application, in a single PDF file, must include:

  1. A cover letter (not longer than 1.5 pages) that outlines clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position. The position Title and Division must also be indicated.
  2. A detailed CV that must not be longer than five (5) pages.
  3. Copy of CIA and CPA certificate.
  4. An Application Form by registering at the following: APPLICATION LINK
  5. Terms of Reference: TOR
Attachment:
  • ToR_InternalAuditAssistant_20251121
 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • P.O. Box 6101, 184 Fa Ngoum Road, Unit 18, Ban Sithane Neua, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane 01000, Lao PDR, Laos