Project and Safeguards Officer

SNV Vietnam’s Transforming the Rice Value Chain for Climate Resilient and Sustainable Development (TRVC) is a pioneering initiative and flagship project for SNV in the region. TRVC works with the private sector to introduce low-emission and climate resilient rice practices into the Mekong Delta. The project is amongst the first of its kind in Vietnam to mobilize pay-for-results as catalytic to incentivize private sector to scale low-emission and sustainable rice farming with smallholders’ farmers; and the international verification (MRV) system with a view to registration on the voluntary carbon market.

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and capable Deputy Team Leader to support the implementation of the exciting flagship TRVC that runs until 2027. We are looking for an individual with excellent project management and team leadership experience, and a keen interest in carbon markets, working with private sector, and a commitment to promoting gender and social inclusion.

About SNV Vietnam 

SNV (www.snv.org) is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

SNV has been working in Vietnam since 1995 and currently has over 50 national and international staff. SNV Vietnam operates from a head office in Hanoi and projects in over 20 provinces in the country, including in the poorest and most remote areas.

Program Summary

In the Mekong Delta of Vietnam, SNV Vietnam is implementing the project “Transforming the Rice Value Chain for Climate Resilient and Sustainable Development“ (TRVC) in An Giang, Dong Thap, and Kien Giang provinces. This exciting and innovative project aims to use a results-based financing mechanism to incentivize private enterprises in the rice value chain (RVC) to invest in scaling sustainable rice production among smallholder farmers (SHFs) and marketing domestically and internationally in the most rice intensive production provinces over five years (2022 2027). It is built on three core strategic objectives, namely:

1. improving climate resilience,
2. optimizing rice value chain linkages, and
3. developing carbon markets.

Job Purpose

The Project and Safeguards Officer supports the effective implementation of the TRVC Project through a dual function with project coordination and implementation support (50%), and environmental and social safeguards support (50%). The position will work under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, while coordinating closely with relevant technical and operational teams.

1. Environmental and Social Safeguards Support (50%)

• Serve as the focal point for day-to-day safeguards coordination under the guidance of the Project Coordinator and relevant advisors.
• Support implementation of environmental and social safeguards requirements in line with DFAT and SNV policies.
• Coordinate with safeguards consultants and rice value chain companies to ensure safeguards measures are applied.
• Monitor safeguards action plans, risk mitigation measures, and follow-up actions for project activities.
• Support screening, documentation, record keeping, and reporting related to safeguards compliance.
• Assist safeguards with due diligence for carbon registration, certification, and carbon credit-related activities.
• Track incidents, grievances, or non-compliance issues and escalate as required.
• Support awareness raising and basic training for staff, partners, and contractors on safeguards requirements.

2. Project Coordination and Implementation Support (50%)

• Support day-to-day implementation of project activities under the guidance of the Project Coordinator.
• Coordinate with government counterparts, consultants, private sector partners, and internal teams to organize meetings, workshops, training, and field missions.
• Assist in preparing workplans, schedules, logistics arrangements, and procurement requests.
• Track progress of assigned activities and follow up on deliverables, timelines, and action points.
• Support preparation of reports, meeting minutes, documentation, and filing systems.
• Support budgeting for assigned activities and coordinate with Finance and Procurement teams on resource planning.
• Support consultant procurement and contract administration, including task orders, deliverable tracking, review coordination, and payment processing in line with SNV procedures.
• Liaise with PMEL, GEDSI, Communications, and Operations teams to ensure smooth implementation across components.
• Provide coordination support for technical workstreams such as policy dialogue, circular economy pilots, or carbon-related activities as assigned.

3. Cross-cutting Responsibilities

• Maintain close coordination with the Project Coordinator and relevant teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance.
• Promote inclusive, responsible, and risk-aware implementation across all project activities.
• Undertake other duties assigned by the Project Coordinator, Deputy Team Leader, or Team Leader consistent with the role.

• Vietnamese
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental management, social sciences, agriculture, development studies, project management, or related disciplines.
• At least 7 years of experience working with donor-funded programs, NGOs, or international development organizations. Experience in environmental, agriculture, or safeguards-related projects is an advantage.
• Good understanding and familiarity with international donor safeguards frameworks and standards (e.g. DFAT, World Bank, IFC, ADB, or similar) is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting project implementation, field activities, workshops, consultant coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and reporting processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Good written and spoken English and Vietnamese.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Competency

• Communication
• Flexiblity
• Perseverance
• Result Orientation
• Focus on quality
• Coaching

Contract Type: Employment contract 

Contract Duration: 12 months, full-time, with possibility of extension

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Duty Station: Hanoi

Travel to Projects: Travel within Mekong Delta is expected

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Working at SNV:

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org/careers.

How to Apply:

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation before 5.00pm on 2nd June 2026.

SNV reserves the right to close the vacancy before the indicated deadline if the appropriate candidate is identified.

Vetting:

At SNV we prioritize safety and security for all employees. We conduct thorough background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.  

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