Overview:
Are you a Cambodia-based native English speaker looking to kickstart your career in international development? The Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) is seeking a highly motivated technical communications officer to support our dynamic communications across all aspects of the program.
CAPRED, Australia’s flagship economic development program, supports Cambodia’s resilient, inclusive and sustainable growth through our work in agriculture, agro-processing, trade, investment, enterprise development, water, energy, policy, climate resilience, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion.
The program is complex, creating systemic change from simultaneous, cumulative economic approaches and interventions. And this requires effective communications—that cuts through the noise to tell simple, impactful stories of change. The technical communications officer will be crucial in supporting the team to make this happen.
Our ideal candidate is:
Reports to: Senior Manager, Communications and Knowledge Management
Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Period of Assignment: December 2024 – November 2025
Duration: 12 months
Employment type: Consultant, full time
Contractual arrangement: International recruitment
What we offer:
At CAPRED, we are cognisant that our team members are our most valuable resource. We aim to ensure that each role improves the career trajectories of those filling it.
For the right candidate, the technical communications officer role offers an excellent springboard into a successful career in international development. It provides a deep dive into aid delivery through one of Cambodia’s largest and most comprehensive bilateral programs. The technical communications officer will gain experience in: working with the Australian government, innovative communications approaches, and system change programming across diverse sectors, including solutions to foster gender equality, inclusion and climate resilience.
We are looking for enthusiastic candidates – not just those who tick a select number of boxes or years of experience – and we will consider applicants from a range of backgrounds. If you think you might be a good fit, please apply.
This is a full time contract position with attractive rate being commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. The application process will close once the position is filled.
How to apply
Please send your cover letter and CV with name and contact details (phone and email) of three professional referees with your expected daily rate to email provided In the contact details mentioning the position you apply for in the subject line “ Technical Communications Officer”.
Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to the professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law. CAPRED aims to have a diverse workforce at all levels, and a workplace that is supportive of gender equality, disability and social inclusion. Women, people with disabilities and other minorities are highly encouraged to apply.
Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted for interview.