Heinrich Böll Foundation Cambodia is hiring a Coordinator for its Programme on Environmental Justice and Equitable Resource Governance
POSITION SUMMARY
The Programme Coordinator will coordinate projects and programme activities on environmental justice and equitable land and natural resource governance in Cambodia. The role combines work with civil society partners with the development of Foundation-led activities, partner and budget management, support for research and policy engagement, and monitoring and reporting. The post-holder will work with colleagues and relevant stakeholders to promote evidence-informed, inclusive and context-sensitive programme approaches.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Programme and project coordination
Plan and coordinate partner-supported projects and develop Foundation-led activities. Track progress, organise follow-up and ensure that activities contribute to programme objectives.
Partner and stakeholder engagement
Maintain constructive working relationships with civil society partners, community networks, researchers and other relevant stakeholders. Support appropriate cooperation and exchange.
Research and policy engagement
Support research, policy analysis and the responsible communication of findings through suitable formats. Follow relevant developments in environmental and resource governance.
Monitoring, reporting and budgets
Coordinate project documentation, partner agreements, budgets, monitoring and narrative and financial reporting, working closely with the Foundation’s finance and administration colleagues.
Inclusive and responsible programme delivery
Apply sound judgement to programme planning and public engagement. Integrate gender equality, Indigenous rights, youth participation and inclusion, and follow the Foundation’s safeguarding and other internal policies.
EXPECTED PROFILE OF CANDIDATES
Qualifications
A relevant university degree (Master’s level preferred) or equivalent professional experience.
Work history
3-5 years of experience in programme and project coordination and working with partner organisations. Experience in the context of civil society or development cooperation is an advantage.
Skills & knowledge
Planning and coordinating projects and activities.
Budget oversight, monitoring, reporting and organised follow-up.
Analytical skills and ability to work with research or policy issues.
Communication and relationship-building skills.
Sound contextual judgement, discretion and commitment to integrity, inclusion and safeguarding.
Languages
Native-level Khmer and strong written and spoken English are required. German is an advantage.
POSITION DETAILS
Employer: Heinrich Böll Foundation (HBF), Cambodia
Location: Phnom Penh, with travel within Cambodia and occasionally abroad as required
Working hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Start date: 1 December 2026
Contract: 3 years, with possibility of extension
Eligibility: Cambodian nationals only
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV, a cover letter explaining your motivation to work with HBF Cambodia, and relevant supporting documents to info@kh.boell.org by 15th November 2026. Email subject: “Application for Programme Coordinator”. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Salary in line with the CCC salary survey; benefits in accordance with Cambodian labour law, including private health insurance for the employee and their children. The successful candidate must comply with the Foundation’s Code of Conduct, PSEAH policy, anti-corruption guidance and applicable office and internal rules.