Description of the mission

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Capacity Development Director, this consultancy will deliver a focused stakeholder and power analysis with stakeholder influence–exposure matrix/table responding to the action-research question: “Which State and commercial stakeholders with significant roles in and exposure to forest-governance decisions are most relevant for parliamentary engagement in each country, and how can they be engaged effectively within a consensus-based, multi-stakeholder approach?”

The scope is specifically focused on government institutions, regulatory agencies, state forest enterprises, and private-sector industry groups that shape forest governance outcomes.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES / SCOPE OF WORK

A. Design and Coordination

· Develop a concise research plan

· Establish criteria for identifying stakeholders relevant to parliamentary functions

· Coordinate with PCAsia to ensure consistency with project outcomes

B. Targeted Research and Analysis

· Review relevant literature, regulations, institutional mandates, and sectoral data

· Identify key actors influencing Viet Nam’s forest-governance decisions

· Conduct a structured power analysis (capacities, interests, incentives, authority, influence pathways)

· Develop a parliament-relevant influence–exposure matrix/table

· Outline implications for parliamentary engagement

C. Validation

· Present emerging findings to PCAsia for feedback

· Revise draft based on feedback received

Tasks and Required Working Days

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

· Advanced university degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, public policy, environment, or development studies

· Minimum 5 years of professional experience in governance, policy research, or stakeholder engagement

· Familiarity with ASEAN forest governance frameworks (e.g. FLEGT, REDD+, EUDR, or national forestry laws)

· Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills in English (knowledge of Vietnamese is an asset)

· Ability to deliver high-quality outputs within tight timelines and coordinate inputs from multiple partners

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Parliamentary Centre of Asia

To contribute to the strengthening of Southeast Asian Parliaments through capacity building of their staff, based on the demands or requests of each Parliament.

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Parliamentary Centre of Asia

To contribute to the strengthening of Southeast Asian Parliaments through capacity building of their staff, based on the demands or requests of each Parliament.

Website
Nonprofit organization
Between 15 and 50 persons
Others

Parliamentary Centre of Asia did not yet communicate its impact measurement.

This structure did not communicate to us the labels or certifications that it was able to obtain.

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