Position: External Affairs Officer

Department: Communications – Marketing & External Affairs

Reports to: Head of International & External Affairs

Workplace: Léman Building – 20 Trương Định, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City

I. JOB OBJECTIVES

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

• Image Enhancement: Ensure CCTPA’s professional presence at major external affairs events, contributing to CCTPA’s role as a policy consultation partner in the field.

• Business Support: Expand the network of strategic partners and secure 2–3 MOUs per year as a foundation for business and project development.

II. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Government & Institutional Relations

• Proactively plan and conduct regular exchanges with departments under the Ministry of Natural Resources & Environment, Ministry of Industry & Trade, and Ministry of Planning & Investment.

• Act as the focal point for preparing dossiers, official documents, and following up with state management agencies.

• Build and develop contact networks at embassies, business associations (AmCham, EuroCham, KorCham…), and financial institutions (World Bank, ADB…).

2. Partnership Development

• Research, map out potential partners, and develop detailed outreach plans.

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

• Draft MOUs, MOAs, and coordinate with relevant departments to promote signing.

3. Event Organization & Participation

• Plan and manage logistics for external affairs events (content, guests, communication).

• Represent the company at domestic and international conferences: deliver speeches, network, and prepare post-event reports.

4. Research & Reporting

• Prepare quarterly policy analysis reports highlighting impacts and opportunities.

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

5. Other Tasks

• Provide interpretation/translation in high-level meetings.

• Carry out other tasks as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

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

• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years in a similar position.

  • Experience working with government agencies or international organizations; an existing network is a strong advantage.

• Knowledge:

  • Solid understanding of diplomatic protocol and etiquette.

  • Basic knowledge of climate change, carbon markets, and ESG.

• Skills:

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills at a senior level.

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

  • Research, synthesis, and policy analysis skills.

• Personal Attributes:

  • Professional appearance, confident and tactful.

  • Strategic mindset with strong political and economic awareness.

  • High integrity and confidentiality.

IV. BENEFITS

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience.

• Attractive benefits: holiday bonuses, performance bonuses.

• Full insurance coverage (social, health, unemployment), plus PTI or equivalent health insurance.

• Professional working environment with exposure to senior-level partners.

• Opportunities for training programs both domestically and internationally.

V. CAREER PATH

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

• Stage 2 (3–5 years): Potential to advance to Deputy/Head of International & External Affairs Department.