The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter-governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia. The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints. Currently the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a qualified candidate to


Requirements:
• Postgraduate degree in relevant discipline, preferably in Economics, and Management and Administration.
• Experience in programme and project development, coordination, management and monitoring particularly in the context of international/ regional
organisations and working with different partners or donors.
• Proven track record in developing, coordinating and managing complex development programmes and projects.
• Sound corporate, strategic and business planning skills.
• Proven experience in research, public policy development and negotiation, and in working closely with government officials.
• A sound understanding of international and regional issues, and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals.
• Extensive supervisory experience, within a senior management position with a minimum eight (8) years high-level experience in a recognised specialised field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate staff in a complex work environment.
• Sound financial, physical and human resource management skills.
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with public and private sector organisations and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaborative work practices.
• Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
• Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
General qualifications:
Familiarity with diplomatic practices and protocol. Other required qualities are: computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi-task, work long and irregular hours, and perform outside the usual job scope; ability to function effectively independently and as part of a team; and a
willingness to travel frequently on short notice.

How to apply:
Send your application highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, including a recent passport-sized photograph and certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form, which can be downloaded at
www.asean.org/ jobs, to the HRD, Admin, Protocol & Conference Services Division, ASEAN Secretariat, 70A Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta 12110. You can also email your application to: hr-asean@asean. org.Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Assistant Director
Strategic Planning and Coordination Division
Application papers should reach the ASEAN Secretariat by 5 March 2010.
The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only shortlisted candidates will be notified