Job Opportunity at SEI

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SEI Asia: Internship in Energy/Climate and Policy Engagement

We are looking for a motivated, driven and proactive recent graduate or junior professional who is passionate about sustainable development. If you enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural team where everyone brings their skills to the table, this internship is for you.

Background

Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is an independent, international research institute founded in 1989. Its mission is to support decision-making and induce change towards sustainable development around the world by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science and policy in the field of environment and development. SEI was ranked as the top environment think tank in the world in the Global Go To Think Tank Report 2019 compiled by the University of Pennsylvania’s Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program.

SEI has about 300 employees working at research centres in seven countries around the world. SEI’s headquarters are in Stockholm, Sweden, with other centres in Colombia (SEI Latin America), Estonia (SEI Tallinn), Kenya (SEI Africa), Thailand (SEI Asia), the UK (SEI York and SEI Oxford) and US (SEI US).

Based in Bangkok, SEI Asia has a diverse team of multinational experts that integrates scientific research with participatory approaches to co-develop and share knowledge, build partnerships and influence policy for resilient development. It focuses on gender and social equity, climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, water insecurity and integrated water resources management, transitional agriculture, renewable energy and urbanization.

SEI Asia is an affiliate of Chulalongkorn University (CU), Thailand. SEI and CU have inked a long-term agreement until 2023 to foster innovative scientific research combined with effective policy engagement on development and environmental challenges in Asia. The key areas of collaboration are intellectual engagement for joint research applications and fund mobilization, lecturing and seminars for CU students, post-graduate supervision and examination and CU-SEI employee links.

The role

The Policy/Climate group at SEI Asia works with policy analysis, policy-relevant research and policy engagement in support of energy transitions, climate stabilization and sustainable development. We have a number of ongoing projects that span different sectors and thematic areas. The internship will involve two different components. The first involves working on one or two specific projects supporting the project leader and/or the team in analysing energy and climate data, developing visual communications outputs, conducting field work if needed and contributing to written project reports. The second is related to policy engagement and will involve institutional mapping and analysis of key stakeholders and policy actors working in energy and climate with a focus on Southeast Asia.

Key duties and responsibilities

Support for energy and climate project studies

  • Assist supervising research fellow in specific research tasks
  • Support policy cluster in coordination or management tasks
  • Perform literature reviews and synthesize important information from a variety of sources on climate change mitigation, policy engagement and fossil fuel phase out, particularly coal
  • Draft synthesis briefings on issues related to climate change mitigation, sustainable development and fossil fuel developments
  • Conduct background research related to land use, biomass and bioeconomy and support documentation and outreach efforts for related issues.

Support for energy and climate policy engagement

  • Help map relevant engagement and outreach tools (briefs, papers, videos and tweets) and assess effectiveness to “get the message” to decision makers under supervision and guidance of research fellow and communication director of SEI Asia
  • Help map relevant policies (government strategies, development plans and regulations) in Southeast Asia
  • Help mapping relevant climate change mitigation issues high on policy agenda in Southeast Asia.

Formal qualifications and knowledge

  • Possess or be completing a master’s degree in any relevant subject area (environmental science, energy/climate studies, engineering, public policy, political science and/or economics)
  • Familiarity with one or more of the following topics: climate change mitigation, fossil fuel phase out, transitions away from coal, sustainable land use, agricultural systems and/or forestry
  • Familiarity with policy environment in Southeast Asia on these topics, such as what policies/strategies/plans concerning these topics are currently implemented in the region.

Desirable qualifications

  • International experience an asset
  • Good research and synthesizing skills.

Personal skills

  • Capable of working independently after initial introduction and guidance
  • Collegial and friendly approach in workplace and good sense of humour.

Additional information

With a team comprising over 17 nationalities, SEI welcomes global applicants for all posts with all employee contracts under Thai labour law.

SEI Asia is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants on the basis of qualifications and competencies regardless and not limited to race, national origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or marital status. We are committed to ensuring diversity and equality within our organization and applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Opportunity at Globe Publication Private Limited

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About:

Globe Publication Private Limited was established in 1958 and since then has acquired over six decades of experience and expertise working closely with both publishers & subscribers alike. Over the years, we have invested in building enduring relations with publishers and subscribers and have become familiar with their individual working methods. We believe that being an international subscription agency is more than just coordinating between publishers and subscribers. Rather, Globe forms a vital link in the information chain of author, publisher, librarian and reader. For publishers, we analyse market trends and work to promote their journals in front of the right audience and expand their readership worldwide. For our subscribers, we ensure that we have an in-depth knowledge of the trade, an understanding of the specific information needs of organizations while managing the information needs without breaking its inflow. We keep information up to date, reach out to new information sources while keeping pace with the changing trends of the information industry. We go further and help clients plan their information expenditure and keeping in constant touch with the customers even when sailing is smooth.

Since its inception, Globe Publication Private Limited has always placed importance on impeccable service. We go the extra mile for our publishers in scanning for the opportune audience & promoting their journals as well as making prompt payments. We monitor the information needs of our subscribers and ensure they have access to the most up to date information.

Our mission is to be the solution for you all your information needs providing you with the best service available in the marketplace.

 

Position Available:

Business Development Executive

 

Main duties include:

1. New business opportunities:

Research new and existing markets to identify prospective customers.
Conduct cold calling, explore potential business, generate new leads and develop prospect lists
Secure new customer accounts, close sales within specified territory and accomplish targets.
Contact new and existing customers to arrange consultative sales visits.

2. Business Development:

Travel to Universities, Institutions and other organizations throughout specified territory to build relationships with existing clients as well as establishing relationships with new ones.
Use a variety of sales and presentation techniques such as PowerPoint and live site demonstrations to support library visits.
Increase turnover and customer base by meeting or exceeding monthly, quarterly and annual targets set by Head Office.
Maintain advanced product knowledge and keep informed about current industry trends.
Conduct regular territory planning, forecasting and effective management of opportunities.

3. After sales/team support:

Ensure new contacts are added onto the CRM database.
Update entries on the CRM system and work with the Sales/Customer Support team to ensure CRM information is accurate.
Work with the Sales/Customer Support team to resolve any client issues that arise.

Additional duties:

Participate in industry conferences.
Sales cover of other territories where appropriate to ensure opportunities are monitored and closed down in a timely manner
Take on additional duties and responsibilities, as needed

The position will have 60 to 70% travel.

 

Required Skills:  

  • Excellent communication skills with institutional sales background.
  • Preferably Thai nationality.
  • Fluency in Thai & English language.

 

Job Opportunity at DETMOLD

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BACKGROUND:

Established in 1948, Detmold Group is an innovative, Australian family-owned and operated business, supplying some of the world’s largest and most iconic brands with premium packaging solutions.

As paper and board manufacturing specialists, the Detmold Group is committed to providing sustainable and innovative solutions for the food and retail industries. The Group is proud to deliver the ultimate in service and efficiency alongside the quality and care you would expect from a family-owned business.

The Detmold Group employs 3,000 people, with representatives in 15 countries, manufacturing facilities in 7 of those countries, and produces over 22,000 different food and retail packaging products.

 

Position Available:

Business Development Manager

 

RESPONSIBILITY:

  • To maintain and manage existing accounts and distributor channels, to better support business in local and regional project landed Thailand
  • To achieve or better Sales Budgets and Gross Margin Budgets for relevant Sales Area(s), being accountable for same.
  • To identify, qualify and sell to relevant customers and prospects, focusing on new segment product/market applications consistent with Company guidelines.
  • To ensure the Company has the opportunity to quote for all relevant new packaging requirements, and for existing requirements where a real possibility exists for a change in supply status, where these requirements are within Company capabilities and consistent with sales guidelines.
  • To ensure supply proposals or quotations are presented to customers and prospects in an appropriately creative and professional manner and consistent with Company sales guidelines.
  • To maintain an awareness of movements and developments of related industries and competitors within in charged products,
  • Provide market insights and quality data to enable sound decision making
  • Enhance better communications between management and local team

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, COMPETENCE AND KNOWLEDGE :

  • Education major study on Business Administration, Marketing or Engineering education experiences added will be preferred
  • More than 3 years working experience in account and business development management
  • Native or nearly native speaker of Thai can use English to communicate effectively with customers and management
  • Proactive and strong self-motivated team player with the ability to be work independently and collaboratively
  • Good analytical abilities and technical sales experience
  • Mechanical aptitude and high abstract reasoning
  • Strong business acumen and development capabilities

 

Job Opportunity at Deloitte

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About
“Deloitte” is the brand under which approximately 330,000 dedicated professionals in independent firms throughout the world collaborate to provide audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services to select clients.

Background
Cyber Risk (CR) is one of the practice Risk Advisory (RA). CR is comprised of professionals with a broad range of information technology and cyber risk management consulting skills. CR professionals focus on information systems and technology that manage risk and/or drive operational, financial and regulatory compliance processes; as well as solutions that manage the risk associated with information technology itself. These professionals perform data protection, data governance and data privacy assessments, remediation, implementation and integration of end-to-end solutions in these areas. They also deliver advisory services focused on risk and compliance to IT management and senior executives.

Position Available
Risk Advisory | Cyber Risk
Level: Senior Consultant /Consultant
Focus Service: Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Identity Access Management (IAM)
Cybersecurity Assessment/ISO Consulting/Cyber Simulation Exercises
Information Protection and Data Governance

At Deloitte, we offer a unique and exceptional career experience to inspire and empower talents like you to make an impact that matters for our clients, people and community. Whatever your aspirations, Deloitte offers you a highly inclusive, collaborative workplace and unrivalled opportunities to realize your full potential. We are always looking for people with the relentless energy to push themselves further, and to find new avenues and unique ways to reach our shared goals.

So what are you waiting for? Join the winning team now.

At Deloitte, we believe in the importance of empowering our people to be leaders at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose and shared values, challenging themselves everyday to identify issues that are most important to our clients, our people and the communities, and to make an impact that matters. In addition to living our purpose, Senior Associates / Senior Consultants / Assistant Manager across our Firm are expected to:

1.Understand objectives for stakeholders, clients and Deloitte whilst aligning own performance to
objectives and sets personal priorities.
2.Develop themselves by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences
with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador.
3.Seek opportunities to challenge themselves, collaborate with others to deliver and takes
accountability for results.
4.Build relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and
stakeholders.
5.Work effectively in diverse teams within a highly inclusive team culture where everyone is supported,
respected and recognized for their contribution.

Focus Service: Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Responsibilities:
• Perform vulnerability assessment, penetration test and security source code review
• Apply problem solving skills and deliver Deloitte methodology on engagements
• Develop excellent professional oral and written communication skills in order to establish working
relationships with client personnel
• Develop professional skills in various technology risk / security and privacy domains
• Build industry knowledge to understand risk management issues relevant to that particular business
• Exercise professional judgment on engagements by providing proactive solutions and recommendations
• Provide recommendations for improved and enhanced business efficiency to clients

Requirements:
• Bachelor degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems,
Accounting Information Systems or other related fields
• Hold professional certifications e.g. CISSP, CISM, CSSLP, OSCP, CEH, GPEN or other security
certifications is preferred
• More than 2 years experienced in IT Security, IT Security Assessment (Penetration Test) or system
administration or programming (JAVA, .NET) is preferred
• Familiar with ISO/IEC 27000, OWASP or leading security standards or frameworks
• Good analytical skill, communication and presentation skills with MS Office proficiency
• Ability to work on multiple assignments and manage ambiguity
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels

Focus Service: Identity Access Management (IAM)
Responsibilities:
• Be part of the growing identity management services practice, delivering digital identity
consulting services and development of digital identity platforms
• Participates in the operating model conceptualization, system design of identity access management
solutions and system implementation and operationalization
• Engaged in different pillars of identity management services, ranging from digital access
management, privileged identity management, identity governance and compliance, user credentials
and security key management etc
• Opportunities to grow with the firm with evolving roles from technology centric to business
focused roles within Deloitte cybersecurity practice
• Ability to work in overseas

Requirements:
• Bachelor degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or other
related fields.
• More than 2 years experienced in software development and/or programming language, Java is a must.
• Experienced in Unix/Linux platform.
• Experienced in design or implement IAM with any IAM/IDM product is a plus.
• Passion in working on technology platforms and possess good programming knowledge
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills in both Thai and English
• Keen to develop cybersecurity skillsets in Identity Access Management
• Ability to work on multiple assignments and manage ambiguity
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels

Focus Service: Cybersecurity Assessment/ISO Consulting/Cyber Simulation Exercises
Responsibilities:
• Assist in planning, organizing and carrying out information security management, IT security
design & implementation, IT security assessment assignments and Cyber Simulation exercise as
assigned.
• Apply problem solving skills and deliver Deloitte methodology on engagements.
• Develop excellent professional oral and written communication skills in order to establish working
relationships with client personnel.
• Develop professional skills in various technology risk / security and privacy domains.
• Build industry knowledge to understand risk management issues relevant to that particular
business.
• Exercise professional judgment on engagements by providing proactive solutions and
recommendations.
• Provide recommendations for improved and enhanced business efficiency to clients.

Requirements:
• Bachelor degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems,
Accounting Information Systems or other related fields. Master degree is preferred
• Hold professional certifications e.g. CISM, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO 22301, CISA or other
security certifications is preferred
• More than 2 years experienced in IT Implementation, IT Security, IT audit, IT Risk Management
preferably in a professional firm
• Familiar with ISO/IEC 27000, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO 22301 standards and frameworks such as NIST, COBIT
and ITIL
• Good analytical skill, decision-making, communication and presentation skills with MS Office
proficiency
• Well understanding in Cyber Security Market situation as well as good understanding in business in
various industries
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills in both Thai and English
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels

Focus Service: Information Protection and Data Governance
Responsibilities:
• Translate data protection and privacy requirements into business processes, scenarios and project
implementations for our clients towards elaborating risk-mitigating and remediation plans.
• Design legal and operational mechanisms to be adopted by clients on various aspects of personal
data and privacy (e.g. privacy notices, DPO assistance, international data transfers, etc.).
• Develop our data protection and privacy services in Thailand by helping our clients to define
strategies for risk-based data governance.
• Advise on legal, operational and technical risks and put in place mitigating controls while
leveraging our multidisciplinary capabilities and tools.
• Apply problem solving skills in line with our Deloitte methodology on engagements.
• Develop excellent oral and written communication skills in order to establish working
relationships with clients.
• Build industry knowledge to understand data protection, data governance and privacy issues
relevant to specific business activities and technologies.

Requirements:
• Bachelor or Master degree preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information
Systems, Accounting Information Systems or other related fields
• Familiarity with standards, frameworks and privacy laws such as ISO/IEC 27701, ISO/IEC 27001,
COBIT, ITIL, GDPR, PDPA would be a plus
• Holding one or more professional certifications would be a plus e.g. CIPP/E, CIPP/A, CDMP, CIPM,
CIPT, CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO/IEC 27001
• Experienced in Data Loss Protection, Data Classification, Data Governance and/or Privacy is
advantage
• Good analytical and decision-making skills supported by clear communication in Thai & English and
presentation skills
• Out-of-the-box thinking to help our clients address the data protection and privacy challenges in
Thailand and across Asia

Job Opportunity at IUCN

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About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,300 Member organisations and some 10,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
www.iucn.org
https://twitter.com/IUCN

 

Position Available: Regional Programme Leader, Asia

BACKGROUND
The Science and Strategy Group (SSG) is considered one administrative entity, and has evolved from the previous Ecosystems and Livelihoods Group, Asia construct. It brings under one umbrella all component thematic programmes in IUCN.
Guided by the IUCN vision of “a just work that values and conserves nature”, the Asia Regional Office (ARO) coordinates a network of 15 country/field offices, a team of 250+ professional and support staff members, and a project portfolio of over US$20 million annually; it also oversees and supports the Oceania regional office based in Suva, Fiji.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Regional Programme Leader (RPL), a member of the senior management team for Asia, is expected: 1) to spearhead the strategic development and steering of the regional programme, 2) to coordinate Regional Office support to and oversight of country programmes, and 3) to promote IUCN’s value proposition and One Programme across the region.The RPL has overall responsibility to provide technical leadership and programme management for the Asia region – as leader for a team of technical and management support staff, and as manager for an integrated programme unit at the Regional Office.

The regional programme unit: 1) Serves as integrated multi-disciplinary platform for stock-taking and advancing programmatic knowledge and practice, 2) Facilitates establishment of thematic/cross-thematic hubs for promoting knowledge products and tools, 3) Coordinates regional and multi-country projects and initiatives, 4) Provides strategic expertise and capacity building support to country programmes, 5) Coordinates regional portfolio management and operations support including for large-scale initiatives with GEF and GCF, and 6) Facilitates project development, resource mobilisation and business development. Specific duties include:

1. Programme Development and Management
• Leads the development of the Asia regional programme agenda and strategy, towards contributing to IUCN’s overall intersessional programme.
• Serves as a chief scientific and technical expert for the region, to direct and oversee its programme areas and strategic themes.
• Spearheads results-based programme planning and implementation, and associated matters for intra and inter-unit/office coordination.
• Manages programmatic collaboration with the Secretariat’s global Centers and other regional offices.

2. Technical Support and Capacity Building
• Coordinates the provision of scientific guidance and technical support for staff, in strengthening the regional team’s overall capacity to deliver programmatic results.
• Leads initiatives and projects to foster continuous innovation in the regional programme agenda and strategy.
• Directs the regional team in establishing and maintaining communities of practice, knowledge hubs and in-house learning platforms.
• Guides regional, subregional and country units to build and nurture high-performing technical teams through strategic talent management and workforce review-planning.

3. Partnership and Representation
• Supports the Regional Director in developing and expanding strategic linkages with institutions and alliances in the region which are strategically important for programme development and management.
• Coordinates with the Regional Manager, Memberships to designate and support regional focal points for IUCN global commissions, national and regional membership committees, and other relevant Union entities.
• Serves as a regional focal point for external partnership platforms established to support multilateral environmental conventions and agreements.
• Participates in key external events for networking, knowledge sharing, policy advocacy and resource mobilisation – including representing the Regional Director and global senior management as assigned.

4. Assurance and Compliance
• Coordinates ARO’s oversight function for the regional portfolio of projects and activities, including for programme quality assurance and compliance with institutional policies and guidelines.
• Chairs standing committees, working groups and/or task forces for periodic review and planning of the regional programme to better align with and contribute to IUCN’s One Programme results framework.
• Manages ARO support services for region-wide project portfolio management, pipeline development and grant-writing, and controls and safeguards in project operations.
• Supports the Regional Director and works closely with heads of ARO units and country offices in the formulation and roll-out of regional programme-related guidelines, measures and practices.

5. Programme Unit Administration
• Serves as overall in-charge of financial and human resources administration of the ARO programme unit.
• Exercises administrative authority in budget planning and review for relevant cost centres.
• Supervises and coaches assigned staff to help them meet performance standards, behavioural norms and career development goals, and completion of work plans and performance appraisals.
• Ensures staff compliance with applicable corporate services policies and procedures.

6. Others: Carry out other relevant tasks assigned by, and mutually agreed with, the line manager.

REQUIREMENTS
• Academic and Work Background
– PhD degree in applied natural, physical and/or social sciences, specialising in fields of study associated with nature conservation for sustainable development.
– Professional areas of expertise and interest relevant to at least two of IUCN Asia’s: programme areas (species and habitats, water and wetlands, marine and coastal ecosystems, protected and conserved areas, forest and agriculture landscapes) and/or strategic themes (nature-based solutions and climate, livelihoods for nature and conservation finance, and governance and rights).
– Minimum 11 years of professional experience in combined roles as science/technical leader and programme manager.
– Held similar senior-level management role for multi-country/regional teams and units in international development-oriented organisation/s.
– Intra-regional work experience, with at least 3 years in a duty station within Asia.• Professional Competencies
– Demonstrated capacity: i) to provide strategic leadership in science-for-development programmes, and ii) to manage interdisciplinary teams and support staff, under a diverse multi-cultural working environment.
– Track record in i) collaborative programme development and implementation, ii) science-driven knowledge and innovation management, and iii) strategic resource mobilisation for diversified, novel funding streams.
– Solid knowledge of regional conservation and sustainable development issues as well as the geopolitical, development and multi-stakeholder contexts in Asia, and how this fits in the global context.
– Sound understanding of global affairs in relation to multilateral environmental agreements and sustainable development goals.

• Other Key Qualifications
– Network of professional contacts and institutional linkages, within the region and internationally, relevant to the IUCN Asia programme agenda.
– Advanced level of oral and written English communication skills; proficiency in an Asian language(s) is a plus.
– Proficiency in using computer systems and software, communication technologies, tools and web-based applications for data and information management.
– Commitment to fostering a culture of high performance and accountability, demonstrated in the ability to manage by results, effectively delegate and motivate staff, give feedback and take decisive action.
– Effective role model for ethical professional conduct to promote core values of integrity and trust, transparency, professionalism and accountability, equality, inclusiveness and respect for diversity.
– Willingness to undertake occasional travel, domestically and internationally.

Job Opportunity at Siam Yamato Steel Co., Ltd.

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About the Company

Siam Yamato Steel Co., Ltd. (SYS) was established in 1992 with the objective of producing hot-rolled structural steel, which is a joint venture between Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd., Mitsui & Co., Ltd., The Siam Cement Public Company Limited, Sumitomo Corporation (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and Mitsui & Co. (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Currently, SYS has 2 hot-rolled structural steel mills, operating in Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate and WHA Eastern Industrial Estate (Maptaphut), Rayong province with the total production capacity of 1.1 million tons annually. By using advanced production equipment and technology to produce hot rolled structural steel, which certified by both domestic and international standards, SYS almost fully replaced importation of heavy section steel from overseas, resulting in huge conservation of national currency. SYS put enduring effort in product development, product inspection as well as quality assurance in order to serve customers with continuously improved service standard.

Job Position Available: Electrical / Mechanical Engineer

Qualifications

  • Any Nationalities are welcoming.
  • Male, age not over 35 years old.
  • Graduated with GPA 2.70 or above.
  • Majoring in Electrical or Mechanical Engineer
  • Able to work in Rayong (Eastern region)

Main Responsibilities

  • Planning and improve machine maintenance system.
  • Ability to analyze root cause and troubleshooting for PLC
  • Experience in Robotic system and automation (preferable)

Job Opportunity at SEI Asia

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Available Post: Communications Manager

The Communications Manager will be in charge of producing high-quality content that effectively communicates scientific research in different formats and for a range of audiences.

Background

Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is an independent, international research institute founded in 1989. Its mission is to support decision-making and induce change towards sustainable development around the world by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science and policy in the field of environment and development. SEI was ranked as the top environment think tank in the world in the Global Go To Think Tank Report 2019 compiled by the University of Pennsylvania’s Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program.

SEI has about 300 employees working at research centres in seven countries around the world. SEI’s headquarters are in Stockholm, Sweden, with other centres in Colombia (SEI Latin America), Estonia (SEI Tallinn), Kenya (SEI Africa), Thailand (SEI Asia), the UK (SEI York and SEI Oxford) and US (SEI US).

Based in Bangkok, SEI Asia has a diverse team of multinational experts that integrates scientific research with participatory approaches to co-develop and share knowledge, build partnerships and influence policy for resilient development. It focuses on gender and social equity, climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, water insecurity and integrated water resources management, transitional agriculture, renewable energy and urbanization.

SEI Asia is an affiliate of Chulalongkorn University (CU), Thailand. SEI and CU have inked a long-term agreement until 2023 to foster innovative scientific research combined with effective policy engagement on development and environmental challenges in Asia. The key areas of collaboration are intellectual engagement for joint research applications and fund mobilization, lecturing and seminars for CU students post-graduate supervision and examination, and CU-SEI employee links.

SEI Asia is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Communications Manager with a proven background in development and policy communication to oversee all internal and external communications for the centre. In this position, the person will be in charge of producing high-quality content that effectively communicates scientific research in different formats and for a range of audiences.

The Communications Manager will report directly to the Head of Communications – Asia Centre under the overall supervision of the Asia Centre Director.

The role

The Communications Manager ensures the effectiveness of SEI’s internal and external communications in Asia through close collaboration with SEI colleagues in Asia and the SEI global communications team. The Communications Manager will help SEI Asia researchers identify key audiences for their work and formulate key message in suitable formats targeted to those audiences. The Communications Manager will be responsible for supporting the implementation of SEI Asia’s communications strategy together with the centre and the SEI global communications team.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Create policy communications plan for SEI Asia Centre based on in-depth analysis and strategic communication approaches that effectively bridge science to policy
  • Collaborate closely with research clusters to produce excellent written and multimedia outputs that highlight SEI’s work in Asia
  • Lead communication activities for SEI Asia’s Strategic Collaborative Fund Phase 2 programme
  • Review and ensure consistency in all communication products, including blogs, features and opinion pieces, as well as infographics, videos and podcasts
  • Manage and grow SEI Asia’s online audience
  • Support Centre Director and other senior staff in crafting speeches, messages and presentations to external events and workshops
  • Connect with media partners to ensure coverage of SEI’s work in Asia
  • Liaise with SEI global communications team on editorial and media activities.

Who you are

You are a dynamic communications professional with an extensive experience in writing for non-academic audiences, journalism, multimedia production and social media management. You think outside the box to attract policy decision makers and key audiences in Asia to our work. You challenge the status quo and push for innovation and creativity in getting the message across. You have fun and bring energy and enthusiasm for others learning from your outputs. Previous work experience on science communication in Asia is useful. A portfolio of work showing writing ability in different formats (op-eds in newspapers, blogs and features), multimedia outputs and social media experience is mandatory.

Formal qualifications and knowledge

  • University degree with a minimum of 7 years’ experience or master’s degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of communications, social sciences communications, public relations or related discipline
  • Familiarity or working knowledge of environmental issues in the region
  • Demonstrated and proven English language writing and journalism for producing online news stories, publicity materials, and social media posts (Twitter and Facebook). Candidate must provide portfolio of written outputs to illustrate competency in writing for different formats and outlets.
  • Demonstrated experience to conceive of, write, edit and deliver effective and memorable key messages and talking points, and media outreach materials
  • Demonstrated planning and communications experience for events and display booths
  • Familiarity with social media and communications technologies required
  • Able to work well both independently and within a variety of teams, contexts and cultures
  • Excellent English communication skills (speaking, writing, and reading)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with multimedia or design software (Adobe InDesign, Final Cut Pro) an advantage.

Desirable qualifications

  • Fluent in Asian language
  • Experience working in an international and multicultural environment.

Personal skills

  • Strong ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
  • Proven capacity to drive, plan and deliver on work and projects within area of expertise
  • Proven capacity in task leadership and/or people management skills
  • Capacity to prioritize and manage diverse range of tasks and activities
  • Ability to act as a role model within organization
  • Delegates effectively, follows up on actions and holds people accountable.

Additional information

With a team comprising over 17 nationalities, SEI welcomes global applicants for all posts and provides an internationally competitive level NGO salary and benefits package, with all employee contracts under Thai labour laws.

Job Opportunity at ESSILOR

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Background

Essilor is the world leader in the ophthalmic industry. Essilor is committed to providing solutions to correct and protect the visual health of the 7.7 billion people worldwide. Essilor began in 1849 as an artisanal spectacle-maker in Paris. The Essilor story is built on our history of continued excellence, which remains a part of the Group culture even to this day: innovation, partnerships, international openness, entrepreneurial spirit and human values.

What will I get from THE ESSILOR Graduate Program?

The answer is… experience is essential to help you grow professionally and continuous training to develop your skills for a career with Essilor. Right from the start, you’ll be given a challenging hands-on role, working in a diverse, global environment. You’ll be welcomed into Essilor and encouraged to make your contribution to an organization built around teamwork. You’ll be supervised and mentored with frequent reviews as part of a structured development program, agreed with you in advance. You’ll receive world- class training in our business and your role, tailored to your skills and what you’re hoping to do in your career.
There will be opportunities to develop your expertise and secure valuable professional qualifications. At the end of your time in the Program, a concise assessment of your performance and competence will confirm if you’re ready for a challenging career with us.

Benefits of Joining Essilor
Comprehensive Financial Rewards and Benefits:
On top of a competitive starter salary, you’ll be recognized and rewarded through performance related pay, the extent of which will depend on your role and location. Our benefits are aligned to local market practice. Some locations offer subsidized services such as medical/dental care and car parking. In some countries, you’ll have the chance to be share holder through Essilor Share Local Purchase Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:
We strive to maintain a work environment where everyone can apply and develop skills and talents consistent with our values and business objectives. This applies to every employee, regardless of location, gender, ethnicity and physical abilities. It’s important to live by our values and play an active role in communities by attracting all talents and offering opportunities to a diverse range of people. The varied skills and experience of people from different cultures, gender and ages benefits our business, helping us to better understand our customers across the world and to build stronger relationships
at a local level. Our focus on diversity and inclusion also means customers, employees and partners choose us more often.

Supporting Everyone:
Teamwork is vital to our projects. So it’s in our nature to work together towards common goals. Colleagues will always be able to help you solve day-to-day challenges. You will also be part of a connected global network. Someone, somewhere in the world of Essilor will have tackled a similar situation, problem or issue – more than that, they will be happy to share their experience.

Listening to What You Have to Say:
We check with our employees to ensure that Essilor is doing everything it can to be a great place to work. Senior leaders hold frequent webcasts and discussion forums to obtain feedback and ideas, reflecting the fact Essilor is genuinely interested in hearing what its employees have to say.

Ideal Candidate

Innovative:

We’re looking for people with the intellectual, analytical and creative ability to learn quickly, identify issues and propose solutions. Can you reach informed conclusions through broad thinking? Work
with incomplete or conflicting data and take well-calculated risks? Have you ever identified new ways of doing things based on an analysis of current conditions, data and feedback?

Colaborative:

Being able to work effectively as part of a diverse team and form mutually beneficial, long-term working
relationships will be essential. Can you recall situations where you’ve had to influence people by adapting your communication style? What positions of responsibility have you held over the last four years? What exposure have you had to different environments and cultures?

Ambitious:

We hope that the graduates we recruit will be future Essilor leaders, so we’ll ask you about achievements in any areas of your life as well as your academic qualifications. Have you ever had to overcome obstacles in order to achieve? Are you good at working by yourself or within a team? Do you enjoy taking on new and unfamiliar tasks?

 

Job Opportunity at UNESCO

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OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Bangkok Office and Asia-Pacific Regional Bureau for Education, the oversight of the Chief of the EISD Section, and the direct guidance and supervision of the Project Officer in charge of the Teacher Programme, the intern is expected to provide content, technical and administrative assistance in various projects and activities under the Teachers Programme, which currently include:

  • World Teachers’ Day Asia-Pacific regional celebration;
  • Research-based publications and reports on teacher policy and practice;
  • China Shanghai Funds-in-Trust Project “Promoting the Professionalization of Teaching in Asia-Pacific and Africa through the Development and Operationalization of National Teacher Competencies and Teaching Standards Frameworks”;
  • China Hainan Airline Funds-in-Trust Project “Enhancing Girls’ and Women’s Right to Quality Education through Gender Sensitive Policy Making, Teacher Development and Pedagogy in South, Southeast and Central Asia”;
  • Korea Funds-in-Trust Project “Promoting Global Citizenship Education in the Asia-Pacific Region through a Whole-School Approach”;
  • China-sponsored Wenhui Award for Educational Innovation in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Specific tasks include:

  1. Conduct research and prepare analysis or summaries for the Teacher projects as guided;
  2. Draft/edit documents, presentations and other working materials as required;
  3. Assist in organizing and supporting in-person and online activities related to the Teachers Programme;
  4. Attend meetings, take notes and assist in preparing summaries if assigned;
  5. Maintain and build up the database and e-archive of the Teachers Programme;
  6. Fulfill other relevant tasks assigned by the Project Officer, Chief of the EISD Section or the Director of the UNESCO Bangkok Office.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree as the minimum, a completed Master desirable, in Education, Development Studies, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Law or other relevant Social Science disciplines; a multi/interdisciplinary background is an asset.

Experience:

A minimum of 9 months of prior working experience, including with international organisations, NGOs, government agencies, educational or academic institutions, and/or multinational companies,

Language skills:

Fluent English (both spoken written); good knowledge of other UN official languages desirable.

Competencies and skills:

  • High integrity and strong sense of responsibility;
  • Ability to fulfill multiple tasks in a punctual and quality manner under time pressure;
  • Strong research and analytical skills;
  • Excellent English speaking and writing skills;
  • Good skills for event organization (both in-person and virtual);
  • Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in Word, Excel, PPT and other Microsoft Office applications; working knowledge of SharePoint, CRM, infographic design, audio and video production is desirable;
  • Accuracy and meticulousness;
  • Ability for taking initiatives and independent problem solving, creativity and innovation;
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively and efficiently in multicultural teams;
  • Customer-oriented attitude and diplomatic sensitiveness.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The intern can expect to obtain

  • insights into the UN System in general and the work of UNESCO in particular, especially in the education sector;
  • insightful knowledge and understanding of international education development, particularly teacher development;
  • professional experience in and skills for international project management and event organization;
  • strengthened research, analytical and English writing skills;
  • enhanced ability for internal and external communication and coordination, particularly in international settings;
  • increased skills for taking initiatives and solving problems;
  • enriched IT skills, especially for online events;
  • improved team working competence, multi-cultural awareness and diplomatic sensitivity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Teacher Programme supports of UNESCO Asia and Pacific Regional Bureau for Education supports UNESCO Member States in the region in developing and implementing teacher policies and practices, thereby contributes to ensuring the supply of qualified and motivated teachers in the region, which is crucial for achieving inclusive and equitable quality education.

Job Opportunity at USAID/RDMA

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Background:

Based in Bangkok, USAID’s Regional Development Mission for Asia operates as a modern development enterprise implementing innovative and cost-effective programs in countries across Asia. Providing thought leadership in the region, USAID Asia employs cutting-edge approaches to support sustainable solutions to challenges that cross national boundaries, such as human and wildlife trafficking, climate change mitigation, infectious disease control, natural resources conservation, disaster risk reduction, trade facilitation, regional integration, governance and conflict mitigation. USAID Asia provides technical assistance and support services to USAID Missions in the region.

Open to All Interested Candidates:
Applicants must address each required qualification listed in the vacancy announcement with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

Solicitation Number / Position Title
USAID 72048622R10001 REO Project Management Specialist (Ecosystem Management and Trade), FSN-11

The details are as follows:

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