The ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) Secretariat invites ASEAN Plus Three nationals to apply for the following vacancy GENERAL MANAGER

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1 The ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) Secretariat invites ASEAN Plus Three nationals to apply for the following vacancy GENERAL MANAGER OF THE APTERR SECRETARIAT 1. Background The 11 th ASEAN Plus Three Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (AMAF Plus Three) signed the APTERR Agreement on 7 October 2011 to ensure a long-term food security and livelihoods of the people in the region. According to this Agreement, the APTERR Secretariat will be established to carry out the functions and responsibilities to accomplish the desirable goals of the APTERR. The APTERR is governed by the APTERR Council consists of one representative from each Member Countries, while the APTERR Secretariat is headed by the General Manager appointed by the APTERR Council. The main function of the General Manager is to provide the overall direction for the APTERR Secretariat in conformity with the APTERR Council. The APTERR Secretariat is located in Bangkok, Thailand, and was officially launched on 29 March Key accountabilities 2.1 Provide assistance to the APTERR Council and carry out the day to day management and operations of the APTERR Secretariat to carry into effect the provision of the APTERR Agreement;

2 2.2 Liaise/coordinate with APTERR member countries/international organizations to oversee implementation of all activities directly related to and in support of the APTERR programmes; 2.3 Ensure the APTERR s operations are in line with the APTERR s objective and the resolution of the APTERR Council; 2.4 Periodically report the APTERR operations and vital issues to the APTERR Council for decision and other matters that require decision/authorization; 2.5 Implement annual financial and work plans adopted by the APTERR Council and draw up the funding requirements in support to the APTERR programmes and related activities and recommend to the APTERR Council a schedule of priorities in the use of fund; 2.6 Introduce more efficient, regular, adequate, suitable and economical means of implementing the APTERR programmes for purposes of reducing operational cost; 2.7 Supervise and oversee the functions on the Food Emergency Monitoring and Information (FEMI), the implementation of the APTERR stocks and other relevant activities; 2.8 Maintain a system for regularly obtaining information on current and future rice production and current trade situation and outlook, and submit report to the APTERR member countries on a quarterly basis; 2.9 Assist and facilitate and provide technical support to APTERR member countries in preparation and execution of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and the Purchase Agreement (PA); 2.10 Provide the technical background and information to the APTERR Council relative to the execution of the MOA and PA; and 2.11 Perform such other functions as may be necessary to carry into effect the provisions of the APTERR Agreement. 3. Qualifications 3.1 Nationals of ASEAN Plus Three Countries; 3.2 A Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Economics, Agricultural Economics or in related fields, a postgraduate degree is preferable; and 3.3 Have an excellent written and verbal communication skill especially in English. 4. Experience

3 4.1 At least 10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems and establishing inter-relationships among international organization and national governments. Experience with an agricultural sector and/or experience of working in the international organization, particularly in ASEAN Plus Three cooperation, with proven record, will be an asset; 4.2 Substantial knowledge in the application of policies and procedures, rules and regulations of intergovernmental organization, particularly in ASEAN Plus Three; 4.3 Good knowledge in rice policy, trade, production, consumption and stock management in Asia particularly ASEAN Plus Three countries; and 4.4 Understand the rice trading market and trend in ASEAN Plus Three countries. 5. Remuneration and Benefits Successful candidate will be offered the post with an annual salary USD 72,000 and other benefits including medical care. 6. How to Apply Send your application to with a detailed CV, certificated true copies of educational certificates, two recommendation letters, a recent photograph and a complete Employment Application Form with a separated sheet of paper highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the post. The Application form can be downloaded from the attachment to this announcement. Incomplete applications shall not be considered. Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for General Manager of the APTERR Secretariat Application should be reach the APTERR Secretariat by 11 January 2016

4 Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for further recruitment process.

5 ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) ANNEX 4 APPLICATION FORM (APT/A01) Instructions: Please answer each question clearly and completely. Type or print LEGIBLY. Read carefully and follow directions. If you need more space, attach additional pages of the same size. POSITION APPLIED: Picture 2.15"x1.6" 1. Family Name First Name Middle Name (If any) 2. Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy) 3. Place of birth 4. Nationality (ies) at birth 5. List all current Nationality (ies) 6. Gender 7. Height 8. Weight 9. Marital Status Single Married Separated Widow(er) Divorced 10. Entry into APTERR service might require assignment to any area of the world in which the APTERR might have responsibilities. (a) Are there any limitations on your ability to perform in your perspective field of work? YES NO (b) Are there any limitation on your ability to engage in all travel? YES NO 11. Permanent Address 12. Current Address (If different) 13. Office Telephone No. (Include Country code) 14. Office Fax No. (Include Country code) Telephone No. (Include Country code) Telephone No. (Include Country code) 15.Have you any dependents? Name YES NO Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy) If the answer is "YES", give the following information Nationality Relationship Gender 16. Have you taken up legal permanent residence status in any country other than that of your nationality? 17. Have you taken any steps towards changing your present nationality? YES NO YES NO If Yes, which country(ies)? If yes, explain fully 28

6 ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) 18. Are any of your family members (spouse./partner, father/mother, brother/sister, son/daughter) employed in the ASEAN common system? Yes No If answer is Yes, give the following information: Name Relationship Name of Organisation 19. Languages - mother tongue 1st Ability to operate in the listed language(s) in a work environment Read Write Speak Understand None None None None Limited Limited Limited Limited Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Proficient Proficient Proficient Proficient None None None None Limited Limited Limited Limited Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Proficient Proficient Proficient Proficient None None None None Limited Limited Limited Limited Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Proficient Proficient Proficient Proficient None None None None Limited Limited Limited Limited Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Working Knowledge Proficient Proficient Proficient Proficient 20. EDUCATION: Give full details NB Please give exact titles of degrees in original language A. List all institutions of learning attended since age 17 and diplomas/degrees or equivalent qualifications obtained (highest education first). Give the exact name of institution and title of degree, diplomas, etc. (Please do not translate or equate to other degrees.) NAME, PLACE and COUNTRY ATTENDED FROM/TO MM / Year MM / Year DEGREES and ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS OBTAINED MAIN COURSE OF STUDY B. Post-qualification training course/learning activities. NAME, PLACE and COUNTRY ATTENDED FROM/TO MM / Year MM / Year DEGREES and ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS OBTAINED MAIN COURSE OF STUDY 29

7 ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) 21. List membership of professional societies and activities in civic, public or international affairs 22. List any significant publications you have written (do not attach them) or any special recognition 23. EMPLOYMENT RECORD: Starting your present post, list in reverse order every employment you have had. Use a separate block for each employment. Include also service in the armed forces and note any period during which you were not gainfully employed. If you need more space, attach additional pages of the same size. Provide gross and indicate denomination salary per annum for your last or present post. A. PRESENT POST (LAST POST, IF NOT PRESENTLY IN EMPLOYMENT IN EMPLOYMENT) FROM TO SALARIES PER ANNUM FUNCTIONAL TITLE: As specific in your letter of Appointment/Contract: (mm/yyyy) (mm/yyyy) Starting (gross) Final (gross) ASEAN Grade of your post (if applicable): Last ASEAN step in your post (if applicable) NAME OF EMPLOYER TYPE OF BUSINESS: EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time: Part time: ( %) Type of contract: ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER NAME OF SUPERVISOR: Address and/or Telephone No. Number of Professional Staff Supervised: Number of Support Staff Supervised: Reason for Leaving: DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DUTIES AND RELATED ACCOMPLISHMENTS B. PREVIOUS POSTS (IN REVERSE ORDER I.E. MOST RECENT POSTS FIRST) FROM TO SALARIES PER ANNUM FUNCTIONAL TITLE: As specific in your letter of Appointment/Contract: (mm/yyyy) (mm/yyyy) Starting (gross) Final (gross) ASEAN Grade of your post (if applicable): Last ASEAN step in your post (if applicable) 30

8 ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) NAME OF EMPLOYER TYPE OF BUSINESS: EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time: Part time: ( %) Type of contract: ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER NAME OF SUPERVISOR: Address and/or Telephone No. Number of Professional Staff Supervised: Number of Support Staff Supervised: Reason for Leaving: DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DUTIES AND RELATED ACCOMPLISHMENTS FROM TO SALARIES PER ANNUM FUNCTIONAL TITLE: As specific in your letter of Appointment/Contract: (mm/yyyy) (mm/yyyy) Starting (gross) Final (gross) ASEAN Grade of your post (if applicable): Last ASEAN step in your post (if applicable) NAME OF EMPLOYER TYPE OF BUSINESS: EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time: Part time: ( %) Type of contract: ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER NAME OF SUPERVISOR: Address and/or Telephone No. Number of Professional Staff Supervised: Number of Support Staff Supervised: Reason for Leaving: DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DUTIES AND RELATED ACCOMPLISHMENTS 31

9 ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve (APTERR) 24. Have you any objections to our making inquiries of: A. Your present employer YES NO B. Your previous employers? YES NO 25. Are you now, or have you ever been, a permanent civil servant employee in your government? If "YES", When? YES NO 26. References: List two persons not related to you who are familiar with your character and qualifications and who may be contacted for a reference FULL NAME FULL ADDRESS, including and TELEPHONE NO. BUSINESS OR OCCUPATION 27. State any other relevant facts in support of your application. Include information regarding any residence outside the country of your nationality 28. Have you ever been convicted, fined, or imprisoned for the violation of any law (excluding minor traffic violations)? Yes No If Yes give the full particulars of each case in an attachment statement 29. Have you ever been imposed disciplinary measures, including dismissal or seperation from service, on the grounds of misconduct? Yes No If Yes give the full particulars of each case in an attachment statement 30. Have you ever been seperated from service on the grounds of unsatisfactory performance? Yes No If Yes give the full particulars of each case in an attachment statement 31. I certify that the statements made by me in the answer to the foregoing question are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission made on the application may lead to the termination of the appointment or to dismissal. I understand this also applies to any other information or documents requested by the Organisation for the purpose of my recruitment to and employment with APTERR. DATE: (dd/mm/yyyy) SIGNATURE: N.B. You will be requested to supply the documentary evidence which supports the statements you have made above. Do not, however, send any documentary evidence until you have been asked to do so by APTERR and, in any event, do not submit the originals of any references or testimonials unless they have been obtained for the sole use of APTERR. 32