Careers
Research Intern – Program and Stakeholder Coordination
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for one (1) Research Intern to produce evidence and knowledge inputs for the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2027. Working under the guidance of the Youth Program Lead, this ten-month internship (March to December 2027) is central to building the Congress evidence base and documenting youth engagement. Key responsibilities include researching emerging ocean and coastal issues, preparing short evidence briefs on SDS-SEA themes, supporting the co-design of the 2027 Youth Forum, and documenting technical sessions and youth engagement lessons. If you are a graduate student or recent graduate in environmental or marine science, planning, public policy, development studies or a related field, have strong research and policy writing skills, and are passionate about youth engagement, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of application is on December 15, 2026.
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Research Intern – Knowledge, Evidence and Youth Engagement
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for one (1) Research Intern to produce evidence and knowledge inputs for the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2027. Working under the guidance of the Youth Program Lead, this ten-month internship (March to December 2027) is central to building the Congress evidence base and documenting youth engagement. Key responsibilities include researching emerging ocean and coastal issues, preparing short evidence briefs on SDS-SEA themes, supporting the co-design of the 2027 Youth Forum, and documenting technical sessions and youth engagement lessons. If you are a graduate student or recent graduate in environmental or marine science, planning, public policy, development studies or a related field, have strong research and policy writing skills, and are passionate about youth engagement, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of application is on December 15, 2026.
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Database and Systems Intern
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for one (1) Database and Systems Intern to manage the data and information systems of the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2027. Working under the guidance of the Secretariat and IT Lead, this ten-month internship (March to December 2027) is central to keeping partner, registration, exhibitor and participant records accurate and secure. Key responsibilities include auditing and cleaning databases, maintaining registration forms and mailing lists, managing the shared document portal, and producing weekly registration and attendance reports. If you are a graduate student or recent graduate in information systems, information technology, statistics or a related field, have strong spreadsheet and database skills, and understand data privacy principles, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of application is on December 15, 2026.
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Creative Communications Intern
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for one (1) Creative Communications Intern to help build audiences and tell the story of the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2027. Working under the guidance of the Communications and Knowledge Management Lead, this ten-month internship (March to December 2027) is central to promoting the Congress and PEMSEA's youth and local government work. Key responsibilities include producing social media content, short videos and photo essays, designing social media cards in Canva, supporting the Youth Ocean Storytelling Initiative, and providing live coverage of the Congress. If you are a graduate student or recent graduate in communications, journalism, design, media or a related field, have a portfolio of social media, video or design work, and can explain ocean issues in plain language, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of application is on December 15, 2026.
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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for one (1) Senior Project Manager to oversee the Korean government-funded ODA Project, specifically the ODA Marine Plastics Project. Working under the guidance of the Executive Director of the PRF, this role is central to acting as the Head of Partnerships and Policy and providing overall project oversight. Key responsibilities include organizing collaborative planning sessions, promoting resource mobilization initiatives, monitoring project progress against the results framework, and providing guidance to Country Managers. If you have a minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in marine-related policies, possess strong regional diplomacy skills, and want to promote the sustainable development of coastal and marine areas, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of application is on October 31, 2026.
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Web Developer for the East Asian Seas Congress 2027 Website
The PEMSEA Resource Facility (PRF) is looking for a qualified Web Developer (Individual Consultant) to lead the UX/UI implementation and full-stack development of the official website for the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2027. Spanning an 11-month intermittent engagement (estimated 90 billable days) plus 120 days of extended support, this multi-phase project is central to building a secure, fully responsive WordPress site that drives delegate engagement, supports online registration and abstract management, powers live event coverage in Indonesia, and serves as a lasting post-congress digital repository.
Key responsibilities include translating provided wireframes and visual assets into intuitive digital layouts across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms; executing a 5-phase rollout from an initial teaser site in December 2026 to live event streaming and post-congress archives; integrating GA4 analytics, SSL security, and GDPR compliance; setting up a multi-option online registration and payment gateway; and delivering documentation along with a dedicated training session for PRF staff.
If you have strong expertise in WordPress development, conversion-optimized UX/UI design, custom registration system integration, and a solid portfolio of high-traffic event or institutional websites, we want to hear from you!
The deadline for submission of expressions of interest, curriculum vitae, and portfolios is October 26, 2026.
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CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE RAPID ASSESSMENT OF LAND-BASED POLLUTANT LOADINGS IN NAM THA RIVER BASIN IN LAO PDR
The Integrated River Basin Management Project requires the services of Consultants/Consulting Firm or consortia to conduct a rapid assessment of land-based pollutant loadings into NTRB using Total Pollutant Loading (TPL) models or other applicable rapid appraisal methodology to estimate current and forecast total pollutant loadings in NTRB, identify the sources, confirm the priority areas and hotspot locations, and assess their potential impacts in the river basin.
The deadline for applications is 26 October 2026. The consultancy is open to Lao PDR nationals or
entities only.
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CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NAM THA RIVER BASIN MANAGEMENT ACTION PLAN (2026-2030)
The Integrated River Basin Management Project requires the services of Consultants/Consulting Firm or consortia with expertise and experience in strategic and action planning to develop the Nam Tha River Basin Management Plan for the period 2026-2030.
The deadline for applications is 26 October 2026. The consultancy is open to Lao PDR nationals or
entities only.
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