Jobs

Managing Editor

The Managing Editor is responsible for the daily operations of the content published on the website, ensuring the timeliness and standards of publications, as well as the accuracy and completeness of the information. In consultation with the Executive Director/Editor in Chief, the Managing Editor provides strategic oversight and management for research contributions to ODC content. This includes the supervision of editorial staff as well as relevant partnerships and collaborations with other institutions. In addition, the Managing Editor will represent ODC in a variety of events and contribute to the training activities hosted by the team.

Details Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Together with the Executive Director and editorial staff, define a plan for content creation and publication based on ODC’s universal taxonomy. The Managing Editor will be responsible for identifying and prioritizing topics, and assigning tasks to respective staff.
2. Review and provide feedback on the content produced under the following projects:
   • Cambodia ICT and Digital Forum (CamIDF): https://www.camidf.net/
   • Cambodia’s Digital Economy Portal (DEP): https://www.dep.kh/
   • Cambodia ICT Camp: https://cambodiaict.net/
   • Learning platforms
3. Review and produce research topics based on ODC universal taxonomy
4. Track updates from reliable sources (government, international/local organizations, and well-known think tanks in the region) and advise ODC team on improving the existing content.
5. Represent ODC at various national and international events, such as workshops, conferences and meetings with key stakeholders.
6. Supervise and review the reports produced by the team, and share them with the Executive Director.
7. Contribute to the preparation of project proposals, fundraising and annual organizational reports.
8. Update and monitor the work plan of the Open Development Initiative on a weekly basis: https://odinitiative.teamwork.com/app/home/work
9. Supervise editorial staff and monitor their daily performance to ensure that timelines and standards are met. Editorial staff refers to team members who contribute to content, i.e. editors/researchers and mapping/data specialists.
10. Coordinate with the OD Mekong managing editor and other country partners on the research and editorial standards, the identification of problem areas, and shared or complementary content and research.
11. Describe roles and scopes of work for various editorial contributors, including staff, volunteers, contractors, and external agencies.
12. Train, guide, supervise and evaluate assigned editorial staff and other content contributors.
13. Consult with the Executive Director/Editor-in-Chief and work collaboratively with the ODC Admin and Finance Unit to strengthen organizational staff capacity to improve enabling environment, effective work toward future sustainability, and achieve goals of the organization and programs.
14. Together with the ODC Admin and Finance Manager, planning budget and annual staff capacity building needs include project management, leadership, communication, research, data literacy, and other essential skills per capacity need assessment and staff requirement by unit.
15. Grow institutional partnerships in the framework of key research areas. This may include delegating, advising and monitoring team members to coordinate with various partners.
16. Provide guidance to the Librarian of the CKAN datahub to identify research resources and guide researchers in their use and to develop the library collection, thus keeping with standards and priorities.
17. In consultation with ODC team members, develop and manage a strategic volunteer program, by:
    • Identifying potential volunteer sources and developing institutional partnerships with academic institutions and volunteer organizations to support recruitment and management of volunteers.
    • Recruiting volunteers, including long and short term volunteers, international and national interns, professional volunteers, and part-time volunteers. Orienting and training volunteers in coordination with other staff and partner institutions.
    • Supervising and evaluating assigned in-house (editorial/research) volunteers or assigning their supervision to relevant team members and monitoring that supervision.
    • Coordinating with and providing feedback to institutions offering interns and volunteers.
18. Cooperate with ODC team members in order to develop and initiate a promotion strategy and related outreach activities.
19. Coordinate user testing and focus groups in order to provide feedback on the site.
20. Manage the team Project Management planner with assigned staff.
21. Support the Executive Director in strategic and work planning.
22. Perform other tasks, as needed or requested.

Qualification Requirement:

• • University degree in media/communications, social sciences, or other relevant areas such as journalism, law, political science, economics, environmental science. Graduate degree preferred OR equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of work experience in promotion, training, and/or research or other relevant area.
  • Demonstrated social media and writing/research skills both in English and Khmer.
  • Demonstrated understanding of principles of marketing, adult and youth education, and the skills to apply those principles in developing strong outreach materials and effective training programs.
  • Computer expertise (word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, internet research).
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills, and demonstrated ability to take appropriate initiative.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to work as a team and be flexible.
  • Understanding of, and interest in, development, economic and/or environmental issues.
  • Proficiency of other languages (especially Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Korean), is a plus.
  • Strong commitment to objective and neutral research and academic standards.
  • Strong desire to promote Cambodia’s sustained development.
  • Willingness and ability to travel throughout Cambodia.
  • Willingness to respect ODC’s principles and code of conduct.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary expectation and a detailed CV with at least two referees, by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Friday, 31 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: Managing Editor
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • ODC does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Socio-economic Editor-Researcher

The Socio-Economic Editor-Researcher will develop bilingual online resources on the ODC website related to three-main themes, including Economy and industry, People and Government, and Environment and land. These resources include topic pages, daily news summaries, public announcements, research publications and regulations, and other documents. He/she will provide editorial support and maintain the editorial standards and protocols to other teams to ensure the quality of the content on the ODC website. He/she will also work closely with other teams to implement the ODC project activities as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Content Development and Editorial Support (60%)

1. Produce research content under the Topics and Profiles pages on the ODC website based on the current universal taxonomy of the three primary themes: Economy and industry, People and government, and Environment and land, in compliance with user demands, work plan, and priorities of the projects.
2. Daily post news summaries and public announcements related to socio-economic development in Cambodia to the ODC website, using both Khmer and English language sources following the organizational editorial standard.
3. Compile all related resources such as legal documents, policy papers, reports, and other publications related to Cambodia’s historical and current development along with their translation, following editorial standards for publication on the ODC data hub.
4. Provide editorial support and maintain editorial standards and protocols to other teams to ensure the quality of the content on the ODC website, including proofreading and copyediting both Khmer and English content, document, and materials produced under the organization.
5. Review and identify problems with the website and related processes; consult with Research and Web Content Manager and bring to discuss with Managing Editor, and IT and Website Manager to develop solutions.
6. Assist in preparing, drafting, editing, and translating internal and external documents from Khmer to English and English to Khmer, as needed,
7. Advise and guide research fellows, volunteers, and interns as assigned.

Project implementation and other supports (40%)

1. Collaborate with other team members on implementing or taking the lead in project activities as assigned.
2. Conceptualize and assist in developing project-relevant content, maps, infographics, and online resources.
3. Contribute to outreach to prospective partners, data source providers, users, and the target audience.
4. Coordinate focus group discussions and activities to gather feedback on the ODC website content and functionalities.
5. Assist with report writing and correspondence as assigned.
6. Take notes and prepare meeting minutes as assigned.
7. Write blog posts and share content for social media, as assigned.
8. Represent ODC to the public, participate in and contribute to collaboration and promotion of national and international events.

Qualification Requirements:

• • University degree in Education, Economic Development, Socio-economic, Media and Communications, International Relations, or other relevant area such as Public Policy, etc.
  • Graduates from universities of English-based programs are preferred.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in researching, writing and editing materials; previous experience in editorial work and translation in English and Khmer, preferable.
  • At least two years’ working experiences in these areas.
  • Full command of English and excellent Khmer.
  • Strong presentation, writing and negotiation skills to elaborate the ideas and conceptualization of (potential) projects in development of new content, a plus.
  • Knowledge of various engines and tools for research, analyses and data visualization; other computer skills (WordPress, blogs, word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, internet search) are necessary; basic GIS or mapping skills, a plus.
  • Understanding of and interest in socio-economic and environmental development trends in the country, or Greater Mekong Sub-Region (GMS), a plus.
  • Enthusiasm to work on promotion of public awareness and sustainable development through availability and accessibility of information and data, from CSOs-Government-private sector.
  • Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Good problem-solving skills and ability to take appropriate initiative to achieve objectives.
  • Strong commitment to objective and neutral journalistic standards.
  • Willingness to respect ODC principles and code of conduct.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary expectation and a detailed CV with at least two referees, by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Friday, 31 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: Socio-Economic Editor-Researcher
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • ODC does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Maximum file size for attachments is only 5MB.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer

The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer is in charge of implementing monitoring systems and designing monitoring tools, and developing data collection tools. He/she will also monitor all project activities and indicators, outputs and progress towards anticipated results. He/she will be in regular contact with project lead and project team to monitor the collection of data and ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Key Responsibilities:

Setting up the M&E tools:

1. Assist in the revision of the project log frame matrix, particularly in the areas of performance indicators and their measurement;
2. Assist in the development and/or finalization of the project Work Plan and keep it updated in accordance with project activities and timeframes as relevant.
3. Develop the overall framework, for project M&E, for example mid-term project review, impact assessment, final evaluation, develop project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
4. Review the quality of existing data in the project subject areas, the methods of collecting it, and the degree to which it will provide good baseline statistics for impact evaluation.
5. Develop baseline data for each project component and for all project indicators.
6. Develop a plan for project-related capacity-building on M&E and for any computer-based support that may be required.
7. Organize and undertake training with collaborating partners on M&E as required.

Implementation of M&E and coordination:

1. Collect data on a regular basis to measure achievement against the agreed indicators of all projects.
2. Check data quality with project lead and team.
3. Fill in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) data for each project as requested by the donors.
4. Maintain and administer the M&E database; analyse and aggregate findings.
5. Support project progress reporting, project mid-term review and final evaluation.
6. Identify areas where technical support to project team is required. Organize refresher training on M&E for all project teams.
7. Identify lessons learned and develop case studies to capture qualitative outputs of the project.
8. Provide advice to the supervisor on improving project performance using M&E findings.

Communication:

1. Produce reports on M&E findings and prepare presentations based on M&E data as required.
2. Provide the Project Lead with management information she/he may require.
3. Check that monitoring data are discussed in appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussions to fill any gap.
4. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Project Lead and the Executive Director.

Qualification Requirements:

• • First level university degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, international development, economics, or related field.
  • Advanced certificate in M&E, statistics or economics preferred.
  • Minimum of two (02) years of professional experience in an M&E position responsible for implementing M&E activities of both national and international development projects.
  • Experience in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages.
  • Experience in designing and managing project monitoring and database systems.
  • Experience in performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans.
  • Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g. qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
  • Experience in planning and managing surveys.
  • Experience in developing and refining data collection tools.
  • Experience with data quality assessments and oversight.
  • Experience in managing and providing training to project team.
  • Ability to facilitate and serve as project liaison for externally-managed evaluations.
  • Good knowledge of English and Khmer.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary expectation and a detailed CV with at least two referees, by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Friday, 31 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: M&E Officer
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • ODC does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Project Officer (Extractive Industry Revenue)

ODC is looking for a new full-time Project Officer (Extractive Industry Revenue) to join the team. On the one hand, this role will involve substantive research in the field of extractive industries. He/she will be expected to collect data on the amounts and sources of revenues from extractive industries in Cambodia and prepare information to be published on the ODC platform. On the other hand, the Project Officer will be responsible for monitoring all project activities in the field of extractive industries implemented by both ODC and its partners. Hence, he/she will provide regular updates on project implementation progress against the workplan. In addition, the Extractive Industry Revenue Project Officer will also responsible for producing project reports and supporting relevant trainings, workshops and other meetings with key stakeholders and implementing partners.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct research on the different types of revenues and taxes derived from extractive concessions in the subsequent exploration and extraction phases (Environmental funds, social funds, community funds, signature bonus, CSR…)
2. Identify potential sources of data on extractive revenue, including primary and secondary sources. To do so, this position will closely collaborate with relevant ministries/provincial department and relevant stakeholders in order to collect primary data on revenues from mining, oil and gas concessions (exploration and extraction).
3. Identify technical challenges pertaining to data collection, cleaning and organization on the ODC platform. Collaborate with pertinent ODC staff to improve them.
4. Collaborate with the Editor Team to compile news, announcements, law records and library records related to revenues from extractive industry issues, and publish them on the ODC platform.
5. Coordinate with the IT Team to design and develop a new profile page on public revenues from extractive industries, as well as related topic pages based on the universal taxonomy.
6. Maintain an up-to-date dataset profile on public revenues from extractive industries.
7. Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness and promote data-sharing in the area of revenues from extractive industry. This includes providing support to the different activities conducted by ODC and its implementing partners, such as trainings and workshops.
8. Drafting project reports for both internal use and to share with donors and partners.
9. Coordinate with the Communication Team to design a package of Information, Educational and Communications (IEC) materials on extractive industries. This might include videos, podcasts and infographics on open data on extractive industry in Cambodia.
10. Represent ODC at different relevant meetings and events, as assigned.
11. Perform other tasks, as needed or requested.

Qualification Requirements:

• • University degree in environmental studies/science, natural resources management, natural sciences and geology, development studies, development economics, media and communication, or other relevant areas such as law, economics, political sciences, public/social policy, etc.
  • A postgraduate degree in one of the abovementioned areas. Otherwise, an undergraduate degree with 2 years of working experience in civil society organizations, and/or government, preferably.
  • Demonstrated quantitative research experience in the fields of development, development economics and/or environmental issues. Previous experience working in research teams/groups.
  • Good data collection skills, both for secondary (web) and primary data.
  • Previous experience in project management tasks (report writing, monitoring and evaluation).

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic team. 

• • Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and taking self-initiative to achieve the objectives.
  • Sound knowledge of various research and data tools, namely software and programs for data analysis and data visualization (R, SPSS, Stata, Word Press, blogs, Datawrapper, Tableau, among others). GIS and mapping skills will be a plus.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Khmer and English. Knowledge of additional languages will be an advantage.  
  • Demonstrated flexibility and capacity to work autonomously, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to ODC’s mission, values and principles, including the open data standards and ODC’s code of conduct.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary expectation and a detailed CV with at least two referees, by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Friday, 31 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: Project Officer (Extractive Industry Revenue)
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • Women and members of minority groups are highly encouraged to apply.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Administrative Assistant

With the guidance and support from Finance & Admin Officer and Finance & Admin Manager, the Administrative Assistant will assist Program and Finance & Admin units in logistic support for the events, preparing Travel Authorization (TA) Form and clearance, scanning and copying financial documents, maintaining fixed asset and inventory lists, procurement works and other tasks assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Program unit (60%):

1. Assist project staff for preparing TA for all travelling staff and clearance;
2. Assist project staff in advance & clearance of field trip or international mission;
3. Support in finding the venue and other logistic support for relevant events (meeting, workshop, training);
4. Handle cash advance and settlement of relevant project activities;
5. Scan and copy relevant documents; and
6. Other tasks, as needed or assigned.

Support Finance and Admin unit (40%):

1. Assist in scanning and copying of financial documents;
2. Assist new staff in getting National Social Security Fund (NSSF) card, employment work book and other necessary documents;
3. Update and maintain fixed asset and inventory lists;
4. Support procurement process (quotation, supplier selection form, terrorist screening);
5. Assist in checking monthly timesheet of all staff;
6. Assist in delivering relevant invitation letter and other documents; and
7. Other tasks, as needed or assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• • Cambodian national only;
  • Have knowledge of administration and procurement processes;
  • At least one year relevant experience, preferable with civil society organization   sector
  • Commitment to support field work especially during weekend or holiday;
  • Honest, willing to learn and commit to task assigned;
  • Practical computer skills in MS Word & Excel;
  • Be able to use email (outlook) and communication in English;
  • Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team;
  • Willingness to respect ODC principles and code of conduct.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary expectation and a detailed CV with at least two referees, by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Friday, 31 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: Administrative Assistant
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • Women are encouraged to apply.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Maximum file size for attachments is only 5MB.

Terms of Reference (ToR) – Consultancy Services

Mid-term evaluation of the Strategic Plan of Open Development Cambodia (ODC)

Purpose of the Evaluation: ODC is reaching the midway of its 5-year Strategic Plan 2021-2025, which guides the work and direction of our short and mid-term activities. As stipulated by the Strategic Plan, ODC is currently looking for an external consultant to conduct a mid-term evaluation of the implementation of the plan. In short, the consultant will conduct a thorough assessment of progress against the workplan and objectives of the Strategic Plan.

Scope of Work:

The consultant will be expected to fulfill the following activities/tasks:

1. Upon signing the contract with ODC, the consultant will discuss the proposed workplan with the Executive Director and the Management team and submit a reviewed version.
2. Arrange meetings with the Executive Director, Management Team and staff as needed in order to collect sufficient information.
3. Review the monthly and annual assessments conducted by the different ODC teams.
4. Assess the work of ODC for the period 2021-2023 against the Monitoring and Evaluation Indicators.
5. Compile all the information gathered and produce a Mid-Term Evaluation Report of the Strategic Plan (25 pages). The Report will cover the different aspects as per described in the Strategic Plan. The layout and content will be engaging, clear and include data visualizations.
6. Produce an Executive Summary to highlight key ideas (3 pages).
7. Present the evaluation results to the ODC team. If inputs and suggestions are requested, the consultant will incorporate them into a reviewed report.
8. The consultant might organize additional workshops, meetings or focus groups if needed.

Expected deliverables:

The consultant will commit to the following deliverables:

• • Submit a Mid-Term Evaluation Report of the Strategic Plan, ensuring that it meets the expected quality standards (25 pages).
  • Submit an Executive Summary (3 pages), containing:
    1. overview of main evaluation results
    2. major achievements
    3. major limitations
    4. recommendations to meet the Strategic Plan goals by 2025
  • The Mid-Term Evaluation Report and the Executive Summary will be submitted in English.
  • Host a workshop to present the evaluation results to the ODC team (Executive Director, the Board, management team and staff) as well as ODC donors and partners.

Qualification Requirements:

• • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline to the area of ​​ Additional specific training in M&E and will be an asset.
  • Proven experience in strategic planning and project evaluation in nonprofit organizations in Cambodia or in the region.
  • Highly detailed-oriented, with self-initiative to suggest new improvements and actions.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (knowledge of Khmer is not a requirement).
  • Flexible creative-thinker able to cope with change and effectively incorporate modifications and feedback along the process.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, detailed Workplan Proposal​, and Budget Request by using the contact details below:

• • Deadline for submitting applications is on Thursday, 30 March 2023 at 5:00pm.
  • Email Subject of the application: Consultancy Mid-Term Strategic Plan Evaluation
  • Applications will be accepted by email ONLY: recruitment@opendevcam.net
  • The call is open to individual consultants and organizations.
  • Women are highly encouraged to apply.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Maximum file size for attachments is only 5MB.