Current Openings
East Asia and ASEAN Programme Officer (or Associate)
The EA & ASEAN Programme Officer carries out tasks under the overall guidance of the East Asia & ASEAN Programme Manager. The EA & ASEAN Programme Officer assists the East Asia & ASEAN Programme Manager in overseeing the implementation of the Organisational Strategic Plan.
To apply for the position of East Asia and ASEAN Programme Officer, interested candidates are required to fill out the Job Application Form, and submit it along with a self-introduction letter and contact information for two references by email to applications@forum-asia.org. The deadline for applications is 15 June 2023 at 11:59 PM Bangkok Time (UTC+7) and the subject line should be “EA-ASEAN Programme Officer Application YOUR NAME”. Late applications will not be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited to participate in an online interview starting the 4th week of June 2023. The selection process may also include a written or practical assessment. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
All qualified individuals regardless of age, race, colour, sex, gender orientation, religion, national origin, disability or veteran status are encouraged to apply.
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Management Support and Coordination Internship
FORUM-ASIA has special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and a consultative relationship with the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights(AICHR).
The Senior Management Team (SMT) is a collective leadership model responsible for the oversight of the FORUM-ASIA Secretariat and the programmes of FORUM-ASIA in line with its Statutes, By-Laws, and other policies including its Gender Policy, Environment Impact Policy as well as the Staff Rules and Regulations (SRR), Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR) and decisions of the Executive Committee (EC) and the General Assembly.
Interested candidates are requested to fill in the Internship Application Form and return the form by email together with a resume and cover letter (both in .pdf files) explaining why you are interested in the position to internship@forum-asia.org before 15 June 2023, midnight Bangkok Time (UTC+7), with subject: Management Support and Coordination Internship Application_NAME (e.g. Management Support and Coordination Internship Application Your Full Name).
Priority will be given to prospective candidates with permission to work in Thailand.
Late applications will not be considered. Only successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of the selection.
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Development and Knowledge Management Programme Manager
The Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA) is the largest membership-based human rights and development organization in Asia. FORUM-ASIA works to promote and protect all human rights for all, including the right to development, through collaboration and cooperation among human rights organizations and defenders in Asia and beyond. Currently, we are looking for a Development and Knowledge Management Programme Manager position, to be responsible for this position.
Interested applicants must submit the following:
∙ A copy of your completed Application Form;
∙ A resume and a cover letter (Both in PDF file) explaining interest in the position.
Completed applications must be sent by email to FORUM-ASIA at applications@forum-asia.org by 14 June 2023, midnight Bangkok time (UTC +7), stating “Development and Knowledge Management Programme Manager” in the subject line. Please note that late applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Development and Knowledge Management (DKM) Programme Associate
The Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA) is the largest membership-based human rights and development organization in Asia. FORUM-ASIA works to promote and protect all human rights for all, including the right to development, through collaboration and cooperation among human rights organizations and defenders in Asia and beyond. Currently, we are looking for a Development and Knowledge Management Programme Associate position, to be responsible for this position.
Interested applicants must submit the following:
∙ A copy of your completed Application Form;
∙ A resume and a cover letter (Both in PDF file) explaining interest in the position.
Completed applications must be sent by email to FORUM-ASIA at applications@forum-asia.org by 4th June, midnight Bangkok time (UTC +7), stating “Development and Knowledge Management Programme Associate” in the subject line. Please note that late applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FROM AN INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL AUDIT FIRM
FORUM-ASIA, on behalf of I4C – EA, as a non-Federal entity having spent more than $750,000 during the FY 2022 in Federal awards is required to complete a single audit for that year in accordance with the USAID Financial Audit Guide for Foreign Organizations ADS 591maa, USAID Financial Audit Guidelines) and consistent with the provisions of 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F.
The audit must be conducted in accordance with the US GAGAS – Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. The independent auditor must determine whether the financial statements of FORUM-ASIA, on behalf of I4C – EA, are presented fairly in all material respects in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (U.S. GAAP), or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), or International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
Requirements for Independent Financial Auditor
The following requirements are to be sent via email, addressed to Ms. Consuelo Katrina Lopa, Programme Director, Innovation for Change-East Asia, email corinna@innovationforchange.net
before 26 May 2023, 11.59PM Bangkok Time (UTC+7).
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The Finance Programme oversees the financial resources of FORUM‐ASIA and is in charge of the planning, organising, financial reporting to donors, auditing, and accounting of FORUM‐ASIA’s finances. The Finance officer will be working under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Manager with the following tasks and deliverables:
Applicants are requested to fill in the Job Application Form and send it by email together with a self-introduction letter and two recommendation letters to applications@forum-asia.org stating “Finance Officer (G2-2) Application” in the subject line.
Please note that late applications will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview and the application process may include a written or practical assessment.
All qualified individuals regardless of age, race, colour, sex, gender orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status are encouraged to apply.
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The Finance Programme oversees the financial resources of FORUM‐ASIA and is in charge of financial reporting to the donors, the planning, organising, auditing, and accounting of FORUM‐ASIA’s finances. The Finance Manager will lead the Finance Programme of FORUM‐ASIA. He/she will be required to assist the Management of FORUM‐ASIA to administer and oversee the office budget(s) and budgeting processes and reporting; work on contract/grant compliance in the financial area in coordination with the relevant programmes; and observe FORUM‐ASIA’s accounting policies vis‐à‐vis fund accounting as noted in FORUM‐ASIA’s Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR) and generally
accepted accounting principles.
Applicants are requested to fill in the Job Application Form and send it by email together with a self‐ introduction letter and two recommendation letters to applications@forum‐asia.org stating “Finance Manager” in the subject line. The application process may include a written or practical assessment.
All qualified individuals regardless of age, race, colour, sex, gender orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status are encouraged to apply.
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Consultants Open Call – Finance and Donor Reporting (Roster)
FORUM-ASIA is looking for experienced Finance and Donor Reporting Consultant to assist the Management of FORUM‐ASIA to administer and oversee the office budget(s) and budgeting processes and reporting; work on contract/grant compliance in the financial area in coordination with the relevant programmes, and observe FORUM‐ASIA’s accounting policies vis‐à‐vis fund accounting as noted in FORUM‐ASIA’s Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR) and generally accepted accounting principles.
Selected candidates will be working with FORUM-ASIA’s Finance Programme and in consultation with FORUM-ASIA staff and the management, members and potential partners. They will coordinate the development of proposals in a consultative manner and in accordance with internal Resource Mobilisation Process Guidelines.
Interested applicants are requested to fill in the Application Form and return it by email together with CV, your portfolio and a cover letter (all in .pdf files) to info@forum-asia.org with subject: Finance and Donor Reporting Consultant Application_NAME in the subject line
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Consultants Open Call – Fundraising/Resource Mobilisation (Roster)
FORUM-ASIA is looking for experienced Fundraising Consultants to conceptualise and develop competitive donor proposals. Consultants will contribute to diversifying the donor base and increasing the financial sustainability of the Organisation.
Selected candidates will be working with FORUM-ASIA’s Resource Mobilisation Unit and in consultation with FORUM-ASIA staff and senior management team (SMT), members and potential partners. They will coordinate the development of proposals in a consultative manner and in accordance with internal Resource Mobilisation Process Guidelines.
The ideal candidates will have relevant experience and skills in project conceptualisation, design and drafting; organisational budgeting; logical framework and; results-based management. Extensive experience working in the human rights nonprofit sector is essential.
Interested applicants are requested to fill in the Application Form and return it by email together with CV, your portfolio and a cover letter (all in .pdf files) to info@forum-asia.org with subject: Fundraising Consultant Application_NAME in the subject line.
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