Project Officer for Samaky Organization
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Community Development, Educate/Train/Teaching, Research / Development, Resources & Environment, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Kampot |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 22nd August 2026 |
| Salary : |
$550 - $650
|
| Experience : | Yes |
| Degree : | Bachelor |
The Khmer Ocean Life Project is a collaboration between the local NGO SAMAKY Organization and the UK non-profit organisation Khmer Ocean Life. Our mission is to promote the conservation of Cambodia’s marine mammals through research, capacity building, outreach, and community collaboration
- Implement further phases of the ongoing Cambodian Marine Mammal Bycatch and Stranding Network.
- Continue implementation of ongoing bycatch mitigation trials.
- Conduct social science surveys, such as questionnaires.
- Report writing and dissemination of findings.
- Data collection, management, and analysis.
- Contribute to publishing peer-reviewed research.
- Project administration and quarterly project financials.
- Liaise with community members and government officials.
- Conduct outreach and training events for fishers and fishing community members.
- Support existing and new stakeholder relationships.
- Support the recruitment and onboarding of new team members and provide ongoing training and support to the team.
- Supervise Khmer and international thesis students.
- Uphold organisation values.
- Other responsibilities as identified.
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Bachelor's Degree in science or a related field
- Fluency in English and Khmer (spoken and written)
- Fieldwork, data analysis and strong writing skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to travel for fieldwork
- Driver’s license
- Knowledge of marine science and conservation (desired but not essential)
- Have published peer-reviewed research (desired but not essential)
- Strong organisational, time-management, and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team
- Creativity, proactiveness, and willingness to contribute new ideas
- Motivation to learn new skills and make a positive impact
- Interest in Cambodia’s marine mammals
Please send a CV and a cover letter to us by using the information mentioned in the contact details. in English, stating your motivation for applying, why you are suitable for the role and your preferred start date.
Interviews will be held in the following weeks.
Deadline: until the position is filled
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Organization : | Samaky Organization |
| Email : | rose.ellis@khmeroceanlife.com |
| Address : | Tvi Khang Tbong village, Sangkat Andong Khmer, Kampot Municipality, Kampot Province, Cambodia |
| Website : |
https://www.khmeroceanlife.com/ |
