The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded in 1967 with the purpose of promoting regional cooperation in Southeast Asia, in the spirit of equality and partnership and thereby contribute towards peace, progress and prosperity in the region. ASEAN comprises ten (10) countries in Southeast Asia, with Timor Leste as its 11^th member with an “Observer” status. It was proclaimed a community through the “Kuala Lumpur Declaration on ASEAN 2025: Forging Ahead Together,” signed by the ASEAN Leaders during the 27th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 2015. The ASEAN Community Vision 2025 calls for the ASEAN Community in forging ahead together, and to work towards building a community that is politically cohesive, economically integrated and socially responsible.

The ASEAN Secretariat was established in 1976 by the Foreign Ministers of the ASEAN Member States with basic functions of providing greater efficiency in the coordination of ASEAN organs and for more effective implementation of ASEAN projects and activities. It is also envisioned to be the nerve centre of a strong and confident ASEAN Community that is globally respected for acting in full compliance with its Charter and in the best interest of its people.

In alignment with the ASEAN 2025 and Key Aspirations of the three pillars of the ASEAN Community, namely the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community, supported by the Department of Community and Corporate Affairs, the ASEAN Secretariat is inviting qualified ASEAN Nationals to apply for the position of Senior Officer Maritime Transport in the Transport Division.

Remuneration and Benefits:
Successful candidate will be offered a basic salary of USD 3,893 and attractive remuneration package including housing, outpatient medical reimbursement, hospitalization & life insurance, children’s education and gratuity. Subject to good performance during the probation, the candidate will be offered a fixed term contract of three (3) years, inclusive of the six-month probationary period. Please note that ASEAN Secretariat Staff shall not be retained in active service beyond the age of 60 years.

1. Reporting to Assistant Director (ADR)/Head of Transport Division, the Senior Officer shall be responsible for:1. Provide support and input pertaining to the development and implementation of ASEAN Single Shipping Market (ASSM)
   • Provide inputs on the implementation of necessary measures towards creating an efficient and competitive shipping market.
   • Provide inputs to the drafting of principles, guidelines and regulations related to activities in removing barriers related to establishment of ASSM.
   • Provide inputs on harmonisation and convergence of standards and procedures regionally in operationalising the ASSM.

   2. Provide support in the development, implementation and evaluation of projects / programmes in the field of maritime transport and transport search and rescue

   • Assist in initiating projects and securing approval for its implementation.
   • Coordinate, monitor and evaluate the implementation of maritime transport related projects/programmes.
   • Coordinate with ASEAN bodies under purview and provide support with respect to maritime transport projects / programmes.
   • Coordinate inter-linked and cross-cutting areas related to maritime transport initiatives between relevant sectoral bodies.
   • Prepare information materials and coordinate with other divisions for public dissemination/publication.
   • Liaise with the external parties.

   3. Support and service meetings under purview

   • Prepare the necessary documents required for the meetings including agenda, discussion papers and drafting reports.
   • Act as a resource person and facilitator at meetings.
   • Represent the ASEAN Secretariat at meetings as required.
   • Assist the hosting organisations in preparing for meetings.

   4. Support the relevant bodies of the ASEAN Community

   • Provide necessary support in the implementation of relevant decisions / follow-up requirements from other ASEAN bodies.
   • Assist in monitoring compliance with agreements.

   5. Provide assistance and direction to team members of the Division

   • Supervise team members for their professional development.
   • Provide input to the Head of Division whenever necessary.

   6. Support Assistant Director in undertaking substantive work in the field of maritime transport and perform other assignments as may be assigned to her/him

   • Provide necessary input to the Assistant Director pertaining to the implementation of maritime transport related projects, programmes and activities including relevant information for the drafting of speech and talking points.
   • Monitor policy developments at regional and international level.

1. • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent degree) in Maritime Affairs, Economics, Public Policy, Business Management, or other appropriate specialist discipline, or a combination of formal qualifications in two or more of those areas; with a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in maritime transport development planning and policy formulation, implementation and coordination, as well as in project administration; preferably experience from a national government agency responsible for minerals policies or from a maritime transport-related portfolio of an international or regional organisation.
   • Bachelor degree with at least five (5) years working experience shall also be considered.
   • Technical skills and knowledge in the relevant area or the demonstrated ability to quickly acquire them.
   • Demonstrated knowledge and policy, research and technical skills in the relevant area and ability to acquire them.
   • Sound knowledge of and experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
   • Demonstrates ability to plan and organise tasks and work flows, with proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
   • Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
   • Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.
   • Demonstrates commitment to collaborative work practices.
   • Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
   • Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
   • Ability to travel.