Vacancies

Project Assistant

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Kyrgyz Republic Office announces the opening of a Project Assistant position for supporting activities for the “Advisor on Quality Improvement of Milk and Dairy Products” to be dispatched on July 1st, 2025. The advisor to be dispatched is expected to follow up on the outcomes of previous JICA projects in the field of milk production and dairy products and support the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry (MoWRAPI) in establishing a food hygiene audit system and a human resource development management system.  Expected support from the Assistant will include interpretation and translation, communication and coordination with project stakeholders, accounting support, and document preparation, etc.

Scope of work:

We are seeking a qualified individual to provide comprehensive support for the Advisor's activities, encompassing the following key areas:

1. Interpretation Services: Facilitate clear communication through simultaneous and/or consecutive interpretation between English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. This includes conversations, meetings, and seminars with project stakeholders；
2. Translation Services: Provide accurate written translations between English, Russian, and Kyrgyz for various documents. This will cover meeting and seminar materials, policy documents, advisor's reports, official correspondence, news articles, and other essential materials required for the Advisor's activities.
3. Logistical and Administrative Support: Ensure the smooth execution of the Advisor's work by providing logistical and administrative assistance. This involves arranging meetings and transportation, preparing documentation for accounting purposes, coordinating field trips, and other related support.
4. Procurement Support: Manage the procurement of goods and services necessary for the successful implementation of the Advisor's activities;

The assisting staff shall perform his/her duties under the guidance and direction of JICA.

Place of work: Bishkek (trips to regions would be required)

Conditions of contract: Duration: July 14, 2025 – December 31, 2025. (*)JICA would extend the contract duration for a maximum of 2 years (in increments of 1.5 years), based on the progress of the advisor’s activity.

1. Time for service provision: 9:00-18:00 (Mon. - Fri.)
2. Type of contract: service contract (Lump-sum)

Resources & Operational Expectations: 

It is expected that the assisting staff

• will be provided with an office PC and a mobile phone.
• will be connected all the time to be prepared to respond to any contacts.
• will be sent on business trips to regions as necessary. Business trip expenses (transportation, accommodation, and allowance) are covered according to JICA KR Office internal regulations.

Qualifications:

• Graduated from the University
• At least 1 year of experience in the relevant field and/or international organizations/ projects
• Good physical health
• Fluency in English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. Japanese language proficiency is an additional asset. 
• Perfect communication skills, writing skills
• Computer skills, Office appliances
• Discipline, punctuality, eagerness at work, readiness to work in a team.
• Kyrgyz Republic’s citizenship

Application Documents:

The following document shall be submitted not later than 5 pm on June 27, 2025, to email: Orozbekova-Aisuluu@jica.go.jp with subject “Opening: Project Assistant on QIMDaP”.

• CV
• Personal statement addressing the following:
• Your motivation for applying to this specific Project Assistant position
• How your skills and experiences align with the requirements of this role and will contribute to the activities of the advisor 

Only the most suitable candidates will be contacted for further procedures on July 3-11, 2025.