Career Opportunities

The Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) is Australia’s flagship economic development program in Cambodia.

Funded by the Australian Government and implemented by Cowater International, CAPRED supports the Royal Government of Cambodia on inclusive economic recovery and boosting resilience. We build on Australia and Cambodia’s shared outlook on key economic development priorities and objectives, following the Royal Government of Cambodia’s market-oriented approach to economic development as well as the focus on regional and global integration.

The program runs over 5 years (2022­–2027), with a possible extension of 3 years.

CAPRED has a diverse team of highly skilled and innovative professionals with significant technical experience across all our sectors, as well as in communications, monitoring and evaluation, IT and finance. We work collaboratively to help develop a resilient, sustainable and inclusive economy in Cambodia.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and offer competitive salaries and a friendly, open-plan office in Koh Pich, central Phnom Penh.

CAPRED supports gender equality, disability and social inclusion. Women, people with disabilities and other minorities are highly encouraged to apply for all open positions.

Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations.

Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age or any other basis protected by law. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited job proposals.

MERL Intern

At CAPRED, we value our team members and strive to offer roles that advance their careers. The MERL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning) intern position is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to begin a career in international development.



Deadline: 2024-12-31

Technical Communications Officer

The program is complex, creating systemic change from simultaneous, cumulative economic approaches and interventions. And this requires effective communications-that cuts through the noise to tell simple, impactful stories of change. The technical communications officer will be crucial in supporting the team to make this happen.



Deadline: 2024-12-18

Agriculture Lead

The Agriculture Lead reports to the Senior Private Sector Development Advisor. The lead would guide the team to work with various public and private sectors and other relevant stakeholders to build an environment that will enable the development of the agricultural sector in Cambodia.

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Operations Lead

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), the Operations Lead will undertake a critical role in the core program team, taking responsibility for the efficient implementation and management of human resources, the office facilities, administration, logistics and IT functions. 

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Investment Manager(s)

The Investment Manager at CAPRED will play a key role in driving innovation and fostering growth in the economic areas targeted by CAPRED, which are crucial for Cambodia's economic development. This entrepreneurial role requires creativity, proactive problem- solving, and strong partnerships with public and private organisations. The role involves analysing economic data, developing practical solutions, and negotiating and managing partnerships to promote sustainable growth. We encourage fresh graduates with talent and individuals with corporate or start-up experience to apply, as we value initiative, innovative thinking, and a growth mindset over sectoral expertise.

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Senior Local Consultant to Support the M&E of the PS1 Implementation

The Royal Government of Cambodia's 7th mandate initiates the development of institutional mechanisms for a rigorous and robust Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system to facilitate the successful execution of the Pentagonal Strategy-Phase 1 (PS-1). Within this initiative, the Committee on Monitoring and Evaluation of PS-1 (CME-PS1), led by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Office of the Council of Ministers (OCM), alongside other high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Planning, has been established. CME-PS1 is responsible for guiding the M&E framework, overseeing progress, offering insights on socio-economic impacts, and ensuring that governmental actions are both accountable and strategically aligned. The role of Senior Local Consultant will play a crucial role in this initiative, contributing to the development of the M&E system and its successful implementation. The role is expected to ensure that this initiative makes a significant impact on the strategic direction and accountability of the government's actions.

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International Expert on Three-Year Investment Promotion Strategy and Implementation Workplan

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) is committed to developing a Three-Year Investment Promotion Strategy and Implementation Workplan, hereinafter referred to as "the/this Strategy Document". This Strategy Document is expected to significantly contribute to strengthening the role of CDC as an Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) and an "Etat-Major" and One-Stop Service of the government responsible for overseeing and managing private investment and special economic zones, improving investment climate - and ultimately the implementation of the Royal Government of Cambodia's (RGC) Pentagonal Strategy - Phase 1 (PS-1), particularly by enhancing economic diversification and competitiveness and Cambodia Industrial Development Policy 2015- 2025. To support the CDC's efforts in developing this Strategy Document, CAPRED has pledged its technical and financial assistance to the CDC. This collaboration has been formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), executed in April 2024 between the CDC and CAPRED.

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Policy Hub Team Lead

The Policy Hub Team Lead is responsible for the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of CAPRED’s Policy Hub. This role involves guiding a team to develop and implement policies and programs that align with CAPRED's strategic direction. The Team Lead will ensure the effective monitoring and evaluation of project progress, manage risks, and foster stakeholder relationships. Additionally, the role demands a strong commitment to integrating gender, inclusion, climate resilience, and safeguards into program activities. 

This role primarily requires an experienced and proactive manager. While desirable, technical knowledge and experience working on economic policy is not required but could be considered as desirable.


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Renewable Energy Specialist

Renewable Energy Specialist will play a key role in the organisation's support to the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) on its transition towards sustainable energy solution. The specialist will provide engineering expertise in Variable Renewable Energy (VRE) integration, energy efficiency measures, and electric vehicles. Specific expertise support includes weather forecasting for solar energy production, energy storage system design, management of energy systems with high Variable Renewable Energy integration, training development for utility scale and rooftop solar integration, energy audits, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, etc.

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Economic Policy Associate

Cambodia-Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development (CAPRED) or CAPRED Facility, is Australia's flagship bilateral economic development program in Cambodia, focusing on economic recovery and resilience over the next five years, with the possibility of three more-year extension. The Facility supports Cambodia in implementing a range of necessary economic interventions and reforms to maintain and support the country's economic transition. These interventions and reforms are primarily aimed at encouraging more productive and inclusive public and private investment that promotes a resilient, inclusive and sustainable economy (RISE).

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Monitoring and Results Measurement (MRM) and System Development Trainer

The CAPRED Facility is Australia's flagship bilateral economic development program in Cambodia, focusing on economic recovery and resilience over the next four years, with a possible three-year extension.

The Facility supports Cambodia in implementing a range of necessary economic interventions and reforms to maintain the country's economic transition. These interventions and reforms are primarily aimed at encouraging more productive and inclusive public and private investment, which promotes a resilient, inclusive and sustainable economy (RISE).

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Investment Manager(s)

 The Investment Manager at CAPRED will play a key role in driving innovation and fostering growth in the economic areas targeted by CAPRED, which are crucial for Cambodia's economic development. This entrepreneurial role requires creativity, proactive problem-solving, and strong partnerships with public and private organisations. The role involves analysing economic data, developing practical solutions, and negotiating and managing partnerships to promote sustainable growth. We encourage fresh graduates with talent and individuals with corporate or start-up experience to apply, as we value initiative, innovative thinking, and a growth mindset over sectoral expertise. 

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