VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POST OF

PROGRAMME OFFICER (Group I)

ECHO YANGON OFFICE

The European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union. For humanitarian aid, the Commission works with about 200 operational partners, including United Nations agencies, the Red Cross/Crescent movement, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Aid is channelled impartially, straight to victims, regardless of their race, ethnic group, religion, gender, age, nationality, or political affiliation.

ECHO announces the national position for Programme Officer for its office based in Yangon.  This position is open to nationals and other residents of Myanmar with valid work and residence permits. 

DG ECHO applies a policy of equal opportunities. Our recruitment policy is based on respect of diversity and on maintaining the gender balance. Our human resources management provides for balance between professional and private life, and support for training and developments opportunities. 

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons; female candidates are encouraged to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Programme Officer carries out activities to ensure that effective humanitarian response is delivered. The Programme Officer conducts assessments, develops strategies and represents DG ECHO at technical level when appropriate. The programme officer may be asked to run an antenna/office and supervise staff in the absence of a TA (Technical Assistant) or, when in a RO (Regional Office), be in charge of regional overview tasks.

The Programme Officer commits to strict confidentiality.

A detailed Terms of Reference (including competencies required and more detailed information on the tasks) is available at https://www.eeas.europa.eu/....................

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:        

• A relevant second level university degree or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience at national or international level in managing programme/project operations, including at least 2 years of experience with an NGO, a donor or a national/international organisation.
• Very good knowledge of the EU humanitarian aid system.
• Very good knowledge of International NGOs in the field of humanitarian aid/development, UN Aid Agencies and Red Cross Movement.
• Very good understanding of Humanitarian Aid principles, policies and standards.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).       

Languages:       

• An excellent knowledge of English (oral and written)
• An excellent knowledge of Myanmar language (oral and written) 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications MUST comprise of:

• A cover letter (maximum of 1 page) setting out the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position;
• A detailed CV (preferably Europass format). The Standard format can be downloaded from the web page of the European Union Delegation to Myanmar vacancy announcement.
• Academic and relevant employment certificates, certified as true copy by the applicant;
• The name, position and contact details (telephone and email) of references (including the HR department and the supervisor). At least one of the references must include a recent employer;
• A copy of the valid work and residence permit to live and work in Myanmar (in case of non-Myanmar nationality)

Applications should be uploaded at https://ats.flexi-personnel.com until 17/05/2026 at 17:00hrs (local time). The vacancy reference REF: “ECHO/RGN/PO2026” must be clearly indicated in the subject line. 

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates MUST abstain from contacting the ECHO Yangon office for information on the selection process or for any other purpose. Any form of canvassing, soliciting, or influencing will be treated as grounds for disqualification.

Shortlisted candidates will have to bring with them the original or certified copies of all the supporting documents (work certificates, diplomas, etc.) during interview stage.

THE EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

The contract is initially for one year with possibility of renewal subject to a successful completion a 6-month probationary period and following a positive annual evaluation. 

As an indication, the monthly basic salary range is on average approximately EUR 2,983 which corresponds to five years of relevant experience and will be adapted according to the exact duration of relevant professional experience supported by a work certificate. Besides the basic salary, the employee will receive disability/retirement allowance, 13^th month salary, as well as a medical coverage. (The salary is subject to local taxes.)

“The Code of conduct applicable to national staff employed by DG ECHO can be found via the following link: Code of conduct - ARES(2018)1322744.”

“Any processing of your personal data will be done in accordance with the applicable EU legislation (Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2018 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the Union institutions, bodies, offices and agencies and on the free movement of such data.”   Further information can be found at: Protection of your personal data