Position: External Affairs Officer

Department: B&D Division

Work Location: Léman Building, 20 Truong Dinh Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

• Position: External Affairs Officer

• Department: Communications – Marketing and External Affairs Division

• Reports to: Head of External and International Affairs

• Workplace: Léman Building, 20 Truong Dinh Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

II. JOB OBJECTIVES

• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective relationships with 5–10 key government agencies, international organizations, and business associations annually.

• Brand Visibility: Ensure professional representation of CCTPA at major external affairs events, contributing to CCTPA being recognized as a policy consultation entity.

• Business Support: Expand the network of strategic partners, aiming to sign 2–3 valuable Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) each year.

III. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Government & Institutional Relations

• Proactively plan and carry out regular meetings with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Ministry of Industry and Trade, and Ministry of Planning and Investment.

• Serve as the main contact for preparing dossiers, official letters, tracking communications, collecting feedback, and reporting to government authorities.

• Build a network of contact points at embassies, business associations (e.g., AmCham, EuroCham, KorCham), and international financial institutions (e.g., World Bank, ADB).

2. Partnership Development

• Conduct research and mapping of potential partners, and develop detailed engagement plans.

• Organize meetings to present CCTPA’s capabilities to potential partners.

• Draft MOUs/MOAs and coordinate with other departments to facilitate signing.

3. Event Organization and Participation

• Plan and handle logistics for external affairs events (content preparation, speakers, guests, communications, etc.).

• Represent the company at domestic and international forums/conferences; deliver speeches and network on behalf of CCTPA.

• Prepare post-event reports.

4. Research and Reporting

• Prepare quarterly policy analysis reports to identify risks and opportunities for CCTPA.

• Compile briefing notes and partner profiles for management before key meetings.

5. Other Tasks

• Provide interpretation/translation in high-level meetings, ensuring professional and linguistic accuracy.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

IV. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in International Relations, International Economics, Law, or Diplomacy.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years in a similar position.

  • Practical experience working with government agencies and international organizations; an established network is a strong advantage.

• Knowledge:

  • Deep understanding of diplomatic protocol and etiquette in governmental and international business contexts.

  • Foundational knowledge in climate change, carbon markets, and ESG.

• Skills:

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.

  • Fluent in English (equivalent to IELTS 7.5+), especially in academic/business writing and speaking.

  • Strong research, synthesis, and policy analysis skills.

• Personal Attributes:

  • Professional appearance, confident demeanor, and tactful behavior.

  • Strategic thinker with strong political and economic awareness.

  • Absolute integrity and confidentiality.

V. BENEFITS

• Compensation: Competitive salary, negotiable based on qualifications.

• Incentives & Welfare:

  • Holiday, Tet, and performance bonuses.

  • Full coverage of social, health, and unemployment insurance.

  • PTI health insurance or equivalent.

• Development Opportunities:

  • Professional working environment with access to high-level partners.

  • Opportunities to join training programs domestically and abroad.

VI. CAREER DEVELOPMENT PATH

• Phase 1 (1–2 years):
  External Affairs Officer → Senior External Affairs Officer

• Phase 2 (3–5 years):
  Opportunity for promotion to Deputy Head/Head of External and International Affairs