RECRUITMENT CONTEXT
As part of a replacement, we are seeking for a Finance and Admin Officer for Laos office. You will report to the Regional Director of South East Asia Region and Regional Finance Manager (based in Myanmar) while working closely with all operations in Laos.
THE POSITION
The Finance & Support Services Officer provides comprehensive finance, administrative and legal support to ensure efficient implementation of country operations in Laos. The role focuses on accurate transaction processing, compliance with internal procedures and local regulations, timely documentation and effective coordination of supporting services, while contributing to continuous improvement of finance and support processes in the Southeast Asia region.
With this in mind, you will primarily be entrusted with the following activities and responsibilities:
- Manage financial transactions in our ERP (Business Central), including advances, settlements, account coding, and supporting documentation, while ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
- Support financial reporting, monitor purchase orders and vendor records, and ensure the accuracy of accounting entries.
- Coordinate procurement activities, office administration, logistics, travel arrangements, workshops, and inventory management.
- Maintain accurate financial and administrative documentation across Business Central, SharePoint, and Legisway.
- Prepare and submit tax, social security, and other statutory filings in compliance with local legal requirements.
- Collaborate with regional finance colleagues, provide backup support when needed, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Support the Country Representative with administrative coordination and other operational requirements.
YOUR PROFILE
- Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Accounting or Finance.
- At least 7 years of professional experience in administration or accounting, with proven experience in project administration, financial control and project reporting (experience with INGOs or development partners is an asset).
- Good level of English language (spoken and written), in addition to Laos Language preferably;
Competencies and Skills
- Strong rigour and attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Problem‑solving skills and ability to work proactively and independently.
- Strong team player, able to work in a multicultural environment and collaborate across countries.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- WORK LOCATION:
- Our headquarters are located in Vientiane. Regular travels to Cambodia or Myanmar can be required.
- Work environment: open-plan or shared offices.
- COMPENSATION COMPONENTS:
- A gross base salary spread over 12 months, determined based on level of experience.
- A13th-month bonus paid in December
- A performance-based bonus paid in March.
- Coverage under an employee health insurance plan for the employee and their family.
- WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
- Full time position, 8 hours a day / 40 hours per week
- Option to work remotely up to 1 day per week following a 3 months onboarding period
How to apply
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
- To help our team contribute to public health in resource-limited countries, please send your application (resume + cover letter) to the following address: recrutement@fondation-merieux.org .
- If your application is selected, an initial phone conversation will take place, after which you may be invited to one or more teams or in-person interviews.
- Estimated closing date for this job posting: 31/08/2026(We reserve the right to close the posting before this date depending on the first applications received.)
The Mérieux Foundation recruits and values all types of talent! We are an equal opportunity employer.
- WHAT’S NEXT?
Once hired, we’ll support you through an onboarding process that begins with a meeting with HR, followed by opportunities to meet with many colleagues to understand their roles, their challenges, and those of the Foundation.
You’ll soon begin participating in General Information Meetings (RIG) as well as seminars or inter- and intra-departmental meetings, and other social events that foster interaction and integration.
FINALLY, WHY JOIN THE MÉRIEUX FOUNDATION?
The Mérieux Foundation has been working independently to promote global health since its creation in 1967. Recognized as a public benefit organization, it specializes in the fight against infectious diseases, particularly among vulnerable populations in resource-limited countries.
Our mission is guided by four priority objectives:
- Increasing access to diagnostics for vulnerable populations,
- Strengthen applied research in the field and the development of collaborative programs,
- To promote knowledge sharing and public health initiatives,
- Advancing maternal and child health through a holistic approach.
We operate directly in more than 25 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean, working closely with locaRECRUITMENT PROCESS
- To help our team contribute to public health in resource-limited countries, please send your application (resume + cover letter) to the following address: recrutement@fondation-merieux.org .
- If your application is selected, an initial phone conversation will take place, after which you may be invited to one or more teams or in-person interviews.
- Estimated closing date for this job posting: 31/08/2026(We reserve the right to close the posting before this date depending on the first applications received.)
The Mérieux Foundation recruits and values all types of talent! We are an equal opportunity employer.