ALUMNI Manager

Opportunity to contribute to the development of Vietnam
- Contract until 31 January 2012 with probable extension for up to 4 years
- Based in Hanoi
- Start date as soon as possible
Coffey International Development is a global development consultancy focused on making a difference by improving the lives of world communities. They are the trusted advisers to many donor agencies, national governments and private sector organisations around the world.

The Program
They are managing the AusAID funded Australian Scholarship for Development in Vietnam (ASDiV) which provides opportunities for Vietnamese to pursue post-graduate study in Australia and return  to support Vietnam’s human resource needs and contribute to priority development areas. We are currently seeking applications for the position of Alumni Manager to join this program.

The Position
The Alumni Manager will play a key role in the program and will focus on providing support for Australia Awards scholars when they return to Vietnam and work after completing their study in Australia. This will include planning and managing professional development and networking opportunities, organising events and sharing resources to ensure Alumni are supported and connected, as well as assisting with activities to monitor and evaluate the development impact of the scholarships.   
Applicants should preferably have a post-graduate degree from Australia and have an excellent command of verbal and written English. Applicants will need to demonstrate experience in planning and implementing program activities, combined with experience in public relations and promotions. Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to prepare high quality reports and undertake surveys are essential. Previous experience in monitoring and evaluation activities will be highly regarded.
This position will be both challenging and rewarding and will allow you to work as part of a dynamic, highly skilled and dedicated team working to help support this key program in Vietnam.
This position is reserved for citizens of Vietnam.
How to apply:
Further information and essential applications procedures can be found at www.careers.coffey.com and search for the reference number COFF-2203.
For more information on applications procedures, please contact [email protected]
Applications close 5.00pm 31 October 2011
For more information on this position or the ASDiV contact Graham Alliband on    
0913 202 362 or [email protected]