Call for SUMERNET Young Professionals Network (SYP) Regional Coordinator: Deadline 7 January 2026

CALL SUMMARY

Call Opens: 15 December 2025 

Proposal Deadline: 7 January 2026 at 23:59 Bangkok/Indochina Time 

Consultation Type and Period: Part-time, four years from 1 February 2025-30 June 2029  

IMPORTANT: Applications will ONLY be accepted through the online submission platform: 

SUBMISSION LINK

1. SCOPE OF WORK: 

1.1 General Description

Thestrength of SUMERNET lies in its dynamic young professional members, SUMERNET’s explicit support for the establishment of the SUMERNET Young Professionals Network (SYP)  in 20211 under the umbrella of SUMERNET (following a strong intention and leadership of SUMERNET fellows and other early career members within the network). The open election for additional SSC members representing young professionals within SUMERNET and active participation of the MTT fellows in the SYP activities has been the means to enhance the role of young professionals in contributing to SUMERNET  activites for acheiving sustainable development in the Mekong Region.  

To support SUMERNET PLUS implementation and partner coordination, we are looking for a SYP Regional Coordinator.  

The SYP Regional Coordinator will support the strengthening and active engagement of the SUMERNET partners, including Young Professionals Network members and upcoming granted projects across the Mekong region, working closely with the Component 4 Coordinator to deliver capacity building, networking, and engagement activities. The position is responsible for coordinating program workplan that related to SYP development and granted project capacity building activities, organizing programme events, facilitating communication across SUMERNET partners and grantees, producing visibility and knowledge products, and contributing to monitoring, evaluation, and learning. The SYP Regional Coordinator serves as the key focal point linking SYP with the SUMERNET Secretariat, SSC, advisors, partners, and regional initiatives to enhance the role of emerging researchers and practitioners in shaping sustainable development outcomes in the Mekong Region.  

1.2 Terms Of Reference 

1.3 Consultant Service Period: 

The SYP Regional Coordinator will contribute to SUMERNET PLUS activities on a part-time basis for the period February 2026-May 2029. After which, an extension is possible subject to a performance assessment. Estimated time inputs is between 15–25 working days/year.  

The final number of annual working days will be discussed and subject to agreement between the applicants and SUMERNET Secretariat during contract negotiation process.  

2. APPLICATION PROCESS: 

SUMERNET invites highly qualified network members with the relevant background and experience to apply for this long-term advisory position. To apply, please submit the application documents below:  

1. Cover letter highlighting the candidates’ motivation to apply to this role and specific experience related to each of all general and specific responsible tasks 

2. Latest CV 

3. 2-3 writing samples or links to earlier published work in which the candidate is a lead author 

4. Daily rate (in USD and SEK) of the applicant. 

5. Reference Letter from at least one other SUMERNET Member(s)/ Partner(s) (this is optional but appreciated) 

All documents should be submitted online at the following link:  

https://sei.submittable.com/submit/343892/sumernet-plus-call-for-external-consultant-position-syp-regional-coordinator by 7 January 2026.

For any inquiries related to this call, please contact SUMERNET Programme Manager, Mr. Vo Tran Trung Nhan (nhan.vo@sei.org) or Mr. Siwawut Chaiya (siwawut.chaiya@sei.org).