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2012 ISSUE 134
The First National English Language Newspaper
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Laos, China ink cooperation deal
Times Reporters The agreements inked
included one on technical and
Laos and China reached a economic cooperation between
cooperation deal in Vientiane the two governments.
on Sunday when both sides Two loan agreements were
signed 10 agreements to signed in which the Chinese
enhance bilateral relations and government will provide
economic cooperation. soft loans for the Nam Khan
Businessman helps The agreements were 3 hydropower project and
to regenerate forest signed during an official visit to for road improvements in
cover Laos by Standing Committee Vientiane in preparation for
member of the Political the 9th Asia-Europe Meeting
page 3 Bureau of the Communist Summit in November.
Party of China (CPC) Central Laos’ Ministry of Planning
Committee, Mr He Guoqiang, and Investment and China’s
from June 10-12, according to Sinohydro Corporation inked
a press release from the Lao a concession agreement for
People’s Revolutionary Party Phase I of the operation of the
(LPRP). Nam Ou hydropower project.
Mr He, who is also Head of Vientiane and Beijing also
the CPC Central Commission signed a memorandum of
for Discipline Inspection, led understanding on Xebanghieng
a high-level delegation of the Mr He Guoqiang (seated, centre left) and Mr Bounnhang Vorachit (seated centre right) witness the River hydropower projects 1
CPC to visit Laos in response signing of the agreements. and 2.
Cambodian FM to an invitation from the A document in which the
heads for US to boost LPRP’s Central Committee. Chinese counterparts on the good comrades and good a comprehensive strategic Chinese side provides office
bilateral ties Politburo member of the same day. partners’. cooperative partnership. equipment worth more than
LPRP and Head of the State- Both sides hailed their Vientiane and Beijing Standing Member of 1.2 billion kip (one million
page 6
Party Inspection Committee, sound bilateral relations and signed 10 agreements to deepen the LPRP’s Politburo, yuan) for use in the LPRP’s
Dr Bounthong Chitmany, led cooperation, deemed by the their long-standing relations Mr Bounnhang Vorachit, office was also signed.
a high-level delegation of leaders of both sides as ‘good and cooperation, which has witnessed the signing of the Both sides inked a
National Day of Russia the Party in talks with their neighbours, good friends, been raised to the level of agreements. Continued page 3
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Vientiane on Monday, Head (UKAS), after being inspected has the capacity to finance the
of the airline’s ISO Project by the Societe Generale de government’s plan to increase
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Khammuan raises bar for tourism
Khammuan provincial Tourism Department will continue to develop basic
infrastructure for visitors during Visit Laos Year 2012.
Department staff said the improvements were in line with the master plan to boost
socio-economic growth.
Plans include improving roads, increasing information services, securing electricity
supply, and ensuring clean water for visitors.
Clinics, hotels, resorts, restaurants and new care service centres are also planned. The
department plans to expand into the ecotourism market by promoting the province’s
many areas of natural beauty.
Developments will include the preservation of caves and other tourist sites, to attract
even more visitors to the province.
Improving security and promoting the traditional culture of all communities is also
part of the plan. Each year tourist numbers rise, generating millions of kip for the local
economy.
educational development Farmers are also growing cash crops such as sweetcorn, peanuts, soybeans and various
vegetables.
Times Reporters President Associate Prof. Dr Sing said the workshop Luang Prabang tackles poverty issues
Dr Sing Menorath said that was part of efforts to improve the
Lecturers and students are qualified health staff were curriculum at the university. This Phonxay district authorities in Luang Prabang province recently gathered to
hopeful that teaching standards important for teaching, would also support the Ministry discuss ways to tackle poverty in various target groups. The meeting agreed it
at Vientiane’s University of studying and educational of Health’s goals for human was important to strengthen the fields of education, health, transportation and
Health Sciences will improve development. resource development by 2015
after a four-day workshop on “This workshop will and 2020 respectively. During agriculture.
organisational management. help to improve the quality the workshop, participants are Participants heard about past work that focused primarily on small infrastructure
The workshop began of teaching and learning at learning about organisational development and boosting capacity in the district, which has 32,805 residents in
yesterday, aimed at upgrading the university, which will management skills from the 5,244 families living in 60 villages.
the quality of teaching and directly benefit both students Dean of the National Teacher Phonxay is one of the 45 poorest districts in the country. However, the provincial
studying at the university. and lecturers,” said Dr Sing. Training Centre for Health authority is expected to declare this district poverty free poverty by 2015 as part of its
Speaking at the opening He said such improvements Professions of the University of
ceremony of the Seminar- would also help to raise the the Philippines, Dr Erlyn Sana. strategic plan.
Workshop on Organisational overall standard of education The World Health The meeting was attended by district governor Mr Khamla Lianpadith, provincial and
Management and Educational in Laos to match regional and Organisation is supporting the district authority officials, and other guests.
Leadership, university Vice international levels. workshop.
Vientiane Times Tuesday June 12, 2012 Photo news 5
Management and staff of Vientiane Times relocate to the Lao State Printing House after a power A large hole in a road in Nonghai village is filled with rainwater, hampering road users and
outage in the Nam Phou area yesterday closed down operations at the newspaper offices. people who pass through the area. Local authorities have been asked to make repairs.
6 Tuesday June 12, 2012 Vientiane Times
Region
Philippine president unfazed In brief from Asia
News Network
by drop in approval rating China publicises
MANILA (Xinhua) -- net satisfaction rating of the human rights
Cambodia’s
Philippine president Benigno President continues to be the action plan
S. Aquino III will continue highest since June 1999,” said BEIJING (China Daily)
Deputy Prime to focus on implementing the Lacierda in a press briefing.
Minister -- The Chinese government
and Foreign necessary reforms to ensure The second quarter survey on Monday publicised its
Minister Hor “inclusive growth” even as of the research firm SWS second national plan for
Namhong his public approval rating showed that Aquino’s net human rights protection,
speaks to continues to decline, a senior satisfaction rating in May promising to address
the press at government official said on dropped seven points to + 42,
the airport in challenges and work for the
Monday. from +49 registered in March. happiness and dignity of
Phnom Penh.
--Photo Xinhua Presidential spokesman His approval rating every citizen.
Erwin Larcierda said that registered the biggest drop in The new plan, which
despite the drop in Aquino’s the National Capital Region addresses human rights
ratings, the results of the in northern Philippines at +18, protection work from 2012-
latest Social Weather Stations from +52 in March. 2015, was published by the
(SWS) show that “the public Despite the power problem State Council Information
sees and appreciates the in southern Philippines,
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(Announcement No. 12/40)
OPEN TO: All interested candidates
POSITION: Computer Program Assistant (IPC)
OPENING DATE: June 4, 2012
CLOSING DATE: June 18, 2012
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Actual salary will be based on the qualifications of the applicant.
NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW,
AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE EMBASSY’S LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN. ALL ORDINARY RESIDENT
APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking an individual for the position of Computer Program Assistant in the Information
Programs Center (IPC), Management Section.
The incumbent assists the Information Programs Center (IPC) in four distinct areas: Computer Systems end- user support; setup and
operation of Embassy audio-visual (A/V) systems such as soundboards as well as schedule, test and operate Embassy DVC system;
cross-trains on other IRM related systems (e.g., telephone switchroom, mailroom, network administration) to provide support as
needed; and performs individual and group instruction on Microsoft Suite products and IRM supported web based programs as area
matter expert. Trains and educates users on proper email and file management practices.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1. Education: An Associate degree (2 years college) in computer science is needed. Commercial computer certification required
(Comptia A+ and Net+). Must have strong working knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
2. Prior Work Experience: One to two years of progressively responsible experience as a Computer Systems administrator or end
user helpdesk support.
3. Language Proficiency: Level III – A thorough working knowledge of English is required to include technical terms used in
Computer Systems administration. Must be able to address and train groups people in English. Level IV Lao - A thorough
knowledge of spoken and written Lao is required to interface with local providers.
4. Job Knowledge: Familiarity with systems analysis and basics of LAN/WANs. Working knowledge of Windows 2003, Windows
XP Professional, Exchange 2003, and SMS operating systems and applications. Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office
applications. Must have excellent keyboarding and software skills.
5. Skills and Abilities: Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office 2007 applications and SharePoint.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following for the application to be considered:
1. Universal Application for Employment (Form DS-174). Download the form at: http://laos.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
American Embassy
Rue Bartholonie, That Dam
PO Box 114, Vientiane, Laos
(Hardcopy or e-mail attachments are accepted)
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 856-21-267176
Fax: 856-21-267140
E-mail: VientianeHR@state.gov
Interested persons should contact Embassy Human Resources Office for more information. Blank application forms may be picked
up from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
INVITATION TO TENDER
Lao Sanxai Minerals Co.,Ltd (LSM) is a joint venture between leading international mining group, Rio
We are looking for IT auditors in the Lao PDR. Tinto plc and international trading, investment and service enterprise, Mitsui & Co., Ltd. The companies
have a track record for success in their respective industries which incorporate exploring, mining and
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. processing mineral resources and product sales, worldwide logistics and financing and development of
We have 145,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 152 countries major international infrastructure.
worldwide.
LSM seeks suitable provider/s for the following goods:
KPMG has been active in the Lao PDR since 1997 and we are a leading auditor and consultant
in the country. Led by a full-time resident partner, KPMG currently has 35 professional staff, No. Description Quantity
who have full access to KPMG’s global technical resources. In addition to providing world-
class services to our clients, we devote international standard resources to the training and 1 Diesel 4x4 Dual cab utility with tray – as per tender documents 4
development of our Lao staff, Lao’s future leaders. We provide a depth of expertise and
2 Diesel 4x4 Wagon 1
understanding that allows us to form strong and supportive relationships with our clients.
KPMG's Information Risk Management (IRM) practice focuses on fundamental business issues 3 Diesel 4x4 Wagon (pre-fitted or suitable for modification to Paramedic response vehicle) 1
- managing risk, increasing revenues, controlling costs - that organizations, across various
industries, should address in order to help them flourish. We help companies to identify and 4 Diesel 4x4 Truck with tray plus vehicle mounted crane min 3 tonnes @ 2m Vehicle minimum payload 5.5 tonnes 1
manage risks inherent in business processes and technology systems that support business 5 Diesel 4x4 People mover minimum 14 person carrying capacity 3
objectives, and provide them with the information needed to help them meet their strategic and
financial goals. Our services are specialized to help clients mitigate risks across their entire 6 Aftermarket fit-out of vehicles listed above - as per tender documents
business. You will help deliver services to our expanding range of clients and develop your
own skills and experience to become one of our leaders in the Lao PDR. We are looking for Tenders submitted may cover all or some of the Goods listed above and must conform to the Tender
individuals with the following profiles: Documents.
This Tender is open to all eligible bidders who have a business license related to the above Goods and
IRM assistant updated tax payment certificate of recent year. Goods must be Laos road registered to LSM and be
delivered by 30 September 2012 at the Vientiane office of LSM.
• University Degree or experience working for an international organisation.
• Good command of English.
Tenders must be submitted at the offices of LSM (listed below) by 2.00 pm on June 29, 2012. It is the
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
Tenderer’s responsibility to ensure that its Tender is delivered by the due time and date. Delays in delivery
• Computer literate.
will not excuse the late arrival of a Tender.
• Ability to work in high performing teams and under pressure.
Tenders must be submitted on the Tender Documents and be sealed in an envelope or package bearing
• Willingness to work in provinces as well as Vientiane.
• Understanding of finance, accounting, ERP / CRM packages and / or IT the address of LSM and marked “Bidding for Supply of Vehicles/Trucks”. One original and one copy of
management would be an advantage. the complete Tender must be lodged.
• Ambition to learn and develop in the profession LSM reserves the right to reject any Tender or to waive any irregularities in a Tender submitted. LSM
is under no obligation to accept any Tender submitted. Any Contract awarded will be entirely at the
Attractive remuneration packages and benefits will be offered to the right candidates. Please discretion of the LSM. No costs will be accepted associated with the preparation of your Tender.
submit resume, stating qualifications and experience, expected salary, and contact details, It is expected that a Contract will be awarded about 13th July 2012
together with a recent photo, to the address below:
Any queries regarding this Tender and supply of the Tender Documents should be addressed in writing
HR Unit for the attention of:
KPMG Lao Co., Ltd.
P.O. Box 6978 Mr. Sompathana Simasing,
Vientiane Capital Manager-Administration
Lao PDR Lao Sanxai Minerals Co., Ltd
Tel: +856 (21) 900344, 900527-8, 454240-7 5th Floor, ANZV Building, 33 Lane Xang Ave, Hatsady Village,
Fax +856 (21) 900 347 Chanthaboury District, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR Tel: 021-222736
Mobile: (020) 55033990 Fax: 021-218538
E-mail: lpheuisiri@kpmg.com E-mail: sompathana.simasing@riotinto.com
8 Tuesday June 12, 2012 Vientiane Times
JOB VACANCY
Multinational mineral drilling company is seeking applications from Lao Nationals with relevant qualifications
and experience for immediate starts at our Vientiane office:
Positions Available:
1. Finance/Accounting Supervisor (Indochina) based at Vientiane office , Lao PDR
- Interpreting and implementing accounting, credit, tax or financial concept for financial planning and control.
- Perform basic technical analysis using professional concepts
- Manage accountant team to ensure smooth operation and service as well as legal and corporate requirements.
- Work with Finance Manager and other managers to deliver financial and accounting service as business direction,
requirement and laws.
- Support management to on information, budget and report execution and gathering.
- Perform internal audit and coordinate with external audit.
- Liaison with external parties to deliver effective finance and accounting service.
- Ensure legal and corporate compliance with trust and clear.
Qualification
- Lao nationality is advantage
- 5 – 10 years up accounting / finance experiences
- Experience in supervising staff and management skill
- Good at English
- Able to work in diversity environment
- Understand Indochina financial and accounting laws is advantage.
- Overseas exposure is advantage
- Self-motivation and good interpersonal
- Sharp, smart, willing to learn and proactive
- Know Oracle is advantage
2. Fixed Assets & General Accountant (Indochina)based at Vientiane office , Lao PDR
- Implementing basic accounting, credit, tax or financial concepts for financial planning and control.
- Taking care of fixed asset management to comply with laws and company requirement / policy and business serve
- Support supervisor on information, reporting and execution of key information
Qualification:
- Lao nationality is advantage
- Educational background of accounting, finance or relevant
- 2 -5 years up accounting / finance experiences
- Experience in supervising staff and management skill
- Good at English
- Able to work in diversity environment
- Understand Indochina financial and accounting laws is advantage.
- Overseas exposure is advantage
-
3. Treasury & General Accountant (Indochina)based at Vientiane office , Lao PDR
- Implementing basic accounting, credit, tax or financial concepts for financial planning and control.
- Taking care of treasury to comply with laws and company requirement / policy and business serve
- Support supervisor on information, reporting and execution of key information
Qualification:
- Lao nationality is advantage
- 2 – 5 years up accounting / finance experiences
- Educational background of accounting, finance or relevant
- Experience in supervising staff and management skill
- Good at English
- Able to work in diversity environment
- Understand Indochina financial and accounting laws is advantage.
- Overseas exposure is advantage
Attractive salary and AGL insurance will be provided based upon experience.
To apply, email to: tawat.tadang@boartlongyear.comOr RecruitmentLaos@boartlongyear.com
or deliver your CV and a statement explaining how your qualifications and experience match the position requirements,
and expectation, to the address below:
Today Datacom is the leader in enterprise IT services and products in Lao PDR. Datacom is celebrating its 15th
year Anniversary with constantly rising and fast growing businesses. As the authorised distributor for DELL Inc. for
15 years (PCs, Notebooks, Servers, Storage and Solution) for Lao Market, as well as other global brand such APC
(American Power Conversion now under Schneider electrics), Emerson, Toshiba (Notebook), Level 1 and others.
We are inviting new interested, challenge loving personnel to join our family in the following position.
o Qualification Requirements:
• Education background in marketing, business management , accounting or other related fields
• A minimum of 1-2 years in Sales Experience is highly preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivated, goal-driven with a strong sense of teamwork.
o Qualifications Requirements:
• Education background in Marketing, Business Management, or other related fields.
• Experience in sales or marketing is preferred.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Able to work under demanding and time constraints.
• Good command of English.
• Work well with people from different levels.
Interest applicants are requested to submit your recent resume or curriculum vitae (CV) with cover letter
expressing your suitability for the positions before 15 th June 2012.
* Successful candidate will receive a special contract agreement with multiple benefits and income.
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ໂທ/Tel: (+856) 21 265 130-1
ແຟັກ/Fax: (+856) 21 265 129
E-mail: sales.laolandrover@landroverlaos.com http://www.facebook.com/landroverlaos Official Dealer in Lao PDR
www.landroverlaos.com
The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has initiated preparation of a Technical Assistance (TA) in the
amount of US$2.7 million, which is supported by the World Bank who is acting as administrator of grant funds
provided by Japan under the Japan Policy and Human Resources Development Technical Assistance Program to
Support the Government of Lao PDR in its efforts to strengthen the institutional authority and implementation
capacity of the Government of Lao PDR at national and sub-national levels to mainstreaming disaster risk
management and climate change adaptation into public infrastructure investments, thereby potentially decreasing
the vulnerability of the population and national economy to climate change and natural hazards. This Program
of Support will be coordinated by the Ministry of Planning and Investment. The implementing partners will be
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), and Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT).
It is expected that two years of consultancy services will be required to complete the tasks described above, started
from September 2012.
Interested Consulting Firms must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services
(profiles, brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate
skills among key staff of the firm and proof of staff to carry out the assignment, etc.). Firms may associate to
enhance their qualifications.
Firms will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and
Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (May 2004, revised 1 October 2006 & 1 May 2010 edition).
Procurement Method is Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS)
Interested consultants may obtain further clarifications at the address below during office hours 08:00 to 16:00
hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by 28 June 2012 before 16:00 hours (local
time), and should be clearly marked on the subject “Consultancy Services for Mainstreaming Disaster and Climate
Risk Management into Investment Decision”.
OPEN TO: All interested candidates OPEN TO: All interested candidates
POSITION: Guard Shift Supervisors (NEC), FSN-6 POSITION: Sergeants (NEC), FSN-4
OPENING DATE: June 7, 2012 OPENING DATE: June 7, 2012
CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2012 CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2012
CONTRACT: Less than three years CONTRACT: Less than three years
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 48 hours/week WORK HOURS: Full-time; 48 hours/week
SALARY: Actual grade and salary will be based on the qualifications of the applicant. SALARY: Actual grade and salary will be based on the qualifications of the applicant.
NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW, NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW,
AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE EMBASSY’S LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN. ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE EMBASSY’S LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN. ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT
APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking three (3) individuals for the position of Guard Shift Supervisors for the New Embassy The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking three (3) individuals for the position of Sergeants for the New Embassy Compound (NEC)
Compound (NEC) Project. Project.
The incumbent reports directly to the NEC Guard Commander, SSM and RSO and is one of three front line Shift Supervisors for the Incumbent serves as the mid-level supervisor for the New Embassy Compound (NEC) and reports to the NEC Guard Commander,
New Embassy Compound (NEC) Guard Force. In addition, during each shift, the shift supervisor conducts NEC post inspections SSM and RSO. Responsible for supervising all guards assigned at the NEC during respective shift and ensuring compliance with
and coordinates monthly emergency response drills with Embassy Guard Force. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing and orders, procedures and standards as set forth by the RSO, NEC Guard Supervisors and published documents.
understanding all applicable RSO and Guard Orders and Embassy Operational Plans.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
supporting each item.
1. Education: Completion of Secondary School is required
1. Education: Completion of Secondary School is required 2. Prior Work Experience: Three years of Embassy guard duties or directly applicable military or police experience.
2. Prior Work Experience: Two years of Embassy guard duties or directly applicable military or police experience. 3. Language Proficiency: Level II English, minimal working knowledge required. Level IV, fluently spoken and written Lao
3. Language Proficiency: Level III English and Lao, good working knowledge required. required.
4. Job Knowledge: Must be thoroughly familiar with all Embassy Guard orders, procedures, standards and emergency responses. 4. Job Knowledge: Must be thoroughly familiar with all Embassy Guard orders, procedures, standards and emergency
5. Skills and Abilities: Must be able to take initiative and work with a minimal amount of supervision. Must be able to deal responses.
effectively with people from different cultures in order to obtain goals and cooperation as well as to represent the American 5. Skills and Abilities: Must be able to take initiative and work with a minimal amount of supervision. Must demonstrate
Embassy in a professional manner. leadership and supervisory skills.
Interested persons should contact Embassy Human Resources Office for more information. Blank application forms may be picked Interested persons should contact Embassy Human Resources Office for more information. Blank application forms may be picked
up from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance. up from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: June 15, 2012 CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: June 15, 2012
An Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(Announcement No. 12/35)
Re-advertised
NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW,
AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE EMBASSY’S LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN. ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT
APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking an individual for the position of Guard Commander for the New Embassy Compound
(NEC) Project.
Incumbent serves as the senior supervisor for the entire NEC guard force and reports to the NEC Site Security Manager and the
Regional Security Officer (RSO). Responsible for supervising all NEC guards, managing schedules, distributing and maintaining
equipment, training new hires and ensuring compliance with orders, procedures and standards as set forth by the RSO and published
documents.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information
supporting each item.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following for the application to be considered:
1. Universal Application for Employment (Form DS-174). Download the form at: http://laos.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
American Embassy
Rue Bartholonie, That Dam
PO Box 114, Vientiane, Laos
(Hardcopy or e-mail attachments are accepted)
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 856-21-267176
Fax: 856-21-267140
E-mail: VientianeHR@state.gov
Interested persons should contact Embassy Human Resources Office for more information. Blank application forms may be picked up
from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Opinion
Germany’s energy revolution hits potholes
Julio Godoy However, in order to truly kilometres southeast of Berlin.
move towards dependence on In the model of Mannheim,
BERLIN (IPS) -- When the renewables, official figures neighbouring houses using
German government decided estimate that Germany solar panels are linked to each
last year to phase out nuclear would need at least 3,800 other, in clusters of energy-
energy by 2022, following the kilometres of new power efficient urban units. “The
catastrophe at the Fukushima lines by 2022. This new grid energy butler analyses the
power plant in Japan, it was is necessary to transport the present supply of electricity
clear that the process would wind energy generated in off- and its price, compares it to
require extraordinary effort, shore farms installed in the the potential demand in the
not only in further developing North Atlantic Ocean to the urban unit, and decides whether
alternative energy sources, highly industrialised southern to start operating washing
especially renewables, but also regions of the country, machines or temporarily shut
in upgrading the country-wide especially Bavaria and Baden off refrigerators and heating
electricity grid. Wuerttemberg. systems, in order to optimise
Germany’s nuclear power In addition, at least 4,400 consumption according to
plants generated a steady 20 kilometres of the existing grid prices and supply,” Wolski told
percent of the total electricity must be upgraded in that same IPS.
consumed in the country last period. In all, the new grid In other schemes, industrial
year. But renewable energy should cost some 32 billion refrigerators are used as storage
sources such as wind and sun euros, roughly US$40 billion. devices in periods of high
are mainly generated in the Given the extraordinary supply of renewable energy,
north of the country, are prone boom renewable energy sources when electricity prices are low.
to fluctuations, and need to be have experienced in the country This is the case for fisheries in
transported and managed by a over the past decade, the present the city of Cuxhaven, just 20
new smart grid. inefficient grid constitutes the At a protest to support solar energy at Brandenburger Gate in Berlin. kilometres inshore of the North
Consequently, the German bottleneck of Germany’s energy Atlantic Ocean.
government was set to install revolution. transport electricity, constitutes down its oldest seven nuclear during high consumption winter In a small-scale smart
some 1,800 kilometres of Huge potential our main problem,” Helmut power plants. This past winter, periods. grid, which encompasses 650
new, high voltage power lines On a sunny, spring day in Jaeger, managing director of during some periods of high One of these schemes is households, one communal
across the country by 2012, to May, the country’s installed SOLVIS, a leading solar energy consumption of electricity and the so called ‘energy butler’, swimming pool, several
improve the storage capacity of solar energy panels alone equipment manufacturer, said low generation of wind and solar an electronic device able to refrigerated warehouses, and
the present grid. generated almost 75 percent of during a conference in Berlin energy, Germany had to import coordinate electricity demand combined heat and power
Despite the urgency, only the daily electricity demand. on Jun. 6. electricity from neighbouring and supply, according to instant stations, the local energy
214 kilometres of new power On May 28, and the weekend This deficiency of the grid countries, especially from prices, of small neighbourhoods provider EWE has developed
lines have been installed as of before, the photovoltaic panels also forces operators of wind France. already using photovoltaic and a cluster of generation and
Jun. 7. installed across Germany turbines to shut them off for long Jaeger said that this risk wind turbine installations, or of storage facilities.
Germany is one of the generated some 22,000 periods of time, if the instant continues, and could worsen if local combined heat and power “When the wind turbine
largest industrialised countries megawatts per hour, while demand is not high enough the coming winters turn out to stations. parks installed off-shore
in the world to have officially consumption reached 28,000 to immediately consume the be colder and longer than the “The most efficient way generate high amounts of
renounced nuclear power. Other MWs. electricity generated by the one of 2011-2012. to use renewable energy is electricity, we cool down the
smaller European states, such “In the face of this enormous wind farms. German electricity operators to consume it locally and refrigerated warehouses to
as Italy, Belgium and Austria, amount of electricity generated, To make matters worse, have already developed small- immediately,” said Thomas extreme temperatures, and use
have also pledged to phase out the present grid, which does Germany has recently been on scales schemes to deal with Wolski, manager of a model them as accumulators,” Tanja
nuclear power or refrain from not have sufficient storage the brink of suffering power over-generation of electricity on local smart grid in the city Schmedes, managing director
building new nuclear plants. capacity and cannot efficiently blackouts, after having shut sunny, windy days, and deficits of Mannheim, some 500 of EWE’s project, told IPS.
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threats; to develop bilateral and the whole set of issues related cooperation framework.
n June 12 our country is The profits of Russian of nuclear weapons, regional multilateral cooperation in the to traditionally amicable and There is no doubt that trade
celebrating its National companies went up by almost 16 conflicts and crises, terrorism and military sphere not directed mutually beneficial relations and economic cooperation is in
Day - Day of Russia. percent in 2011 and tax revenues drug trafficking. against third countries as well as between our countries, stressed the priorities list of our interaction.
Thereupon it’s a good opportunity to the consolidated federal budget It’s obvious that the major develop cross-border cooperation their determination to promote In spite of the fact that in 2011
to say a few words about present increased by 27 percent . principles crucial for any and people-to-people contacts. the strategic partnership between the volume of bilateral trade
day Russia and its foreign policy Russian financial bodies have sustainable civilisation include Russia believes that this Laos and Russia based on the grew almost 6 times and reached
prospects. preserved the stability of our indivisible security for all states, initiative can become a uniting complementarity of national almost 47 mln. dollars, its pace
The period of time since last national currency and the budget the unacceptability of excessive idea for the Asia-Pacific. Positive interests. It was once again doesn’t satisfy both countries
National Day has been abundant system. Russia was the only G8 use of force, and the unconditional response from many major Asia-
with very important events in country without a budget deficit observance of the basic standards Pacific countries proves that these
political life of the Russian in 2011. of international law. The neglect principles can become a solid
Federation - parliamentary and As of April 1 2012, Russia’s of any of these principles can basis for elaborating a legally
presidential election campaigns international reserves amounted only lead to the destabilisation of binding “code of conduct” for
among them. In December 2011, to more than US$500 bln. international relations. the region. Probably it is time to
Russian citizens elected the new The inflation in 2011 has We are fully aware of the fact explore political and legal options
State Duma - lower chamber of been curbed to 6.1 percent. that the “centre of gravity” of the for their implementation.
the Federal Assembly - Russian During the crisis Russia global growth is rapidly moving Russia values high the ASEM
parliament. spent huge funds on combating towards Asia and the Pacific. The contribution to the promotion of
In March 2012 Russia had unemployment. Now its level is economies of the region have been conceptual inter-civilisational
presidential elections. With 63.6 even lower than before the crisis. demonstrating strong growth rate, dialogue and development of
per cent of the vote in his favour On May 7, 2012 Russian notwithstanding the unfavourable practical interaction between
Mr Vladimir V. Putin won the President Mr Vladimir V. Putin international financial climate. European and Asian countries,
signed the Executive Order on The region is more and more and is confident about the
the long-term state economic often referred to as the driver of capacity of Laos to host the
policy, which the Government global development. Here we ASEM Summit.
of the Russian Federation should are witnessing the emergence of It is extremely important for confirmed that Russia and Laos and is far from their potentials. In
implement in order to step up a new polycentric world order. Russia to continue the dialogue are committed to continuing the order to improve the situation we
the rate of stable and consistent Thus, it is natural that Asia- partnership with ASEAN. The interaction in the sub-regional, intend to diversify export-import
economic growth, increase Pacific is one of the key priorities Russia-ASEAN summit held in regional and international arena commodity classifications.
people’s real incomes, and make of Russia’s foreign policy. Hanoi in 2010 provided a strong for the purposes of regional and That is why we attach
Russia’s economy a technological Russia is intensifying impetus to its development. global peace and cooperation in importance to the enhancement of
leader. its efforts aimed at a deeper At present, we actively work the interests of strengthening efficiency of the Joint Russian-Lao
The Government has been involvement in the processes to implement the agreements the security of both States. Intergovernmental Commission
instructed to take measures to of political and economic reached, primarily those on A set of bilateral documents on Trade, Economic, Scientific
achieve the following targets: cooperation and integration in strengthening foreign policy was signed during the visit. and Technical Cooperation, and
presidential elections with big - create and modernise 25 East Asia. It is a long-term policy cooperation. We have agreed The two leaders adopted consider it a good opportunity to
lead over three other candidates mln highly-productive jobs by carried out in a consistent and upon approaches to the issues a Declaration on Strategic conduct a complex inventory of
who secured about 17, 8 and 6 2020; systematic manner. of improving the security and Partnership between the Lao state of bilateral relations, to find
per cent respectively. - increase investment up to at On the other hand, Asia has cooperation architecture in Asia- PDR and Russia in the Asia- key directions for their further
The results of the presidential least 25 percent of GDP by 2015 every reason to view Russia as Pacific. At the same time, Russia Pacific Region which brought advancement.
elections were not a big surprise, and up to 27 percent of GDP by a crucial element of military actively supports strengthening our bilateral relations to a Cooperation in the field of
as Mr Vladimir V. Putin has been 2018; and political stability as well as the central role of ASEAN in qualitatively new height. education occupies a special
undoubtedly the most popular - achieve a 1.3-fold increase in of sustainable development. We the processes of political and In recent years Russia place in Russia-Laos relations.
politician in Russia since the turn the share of the high-technology have no ideological differences economic integration in Asia- and Laos enjoy regular We are proud of the fact that
of the century. and science-intensive sectors in with the nations of the region Pacific. contacts between the foreign many graduates from Soviet
On May 7 Mr Vladimir the GDP relative to the 2011 level or thorny issues in our bilateral Mutual understanding on ministries. Russia and Laos and Russian universities hold
V. Putin was inaugurated as by 2018; relations which could not be political level is a good basis for have a lot of topics to discuss important positions in the upper
new President of the Russian - increase labor productivity settled through a constructive promoting practical cooperation, and a lot of things to aspire echelon and other levels of the
Federation. 1.5-fold relative to the 2011 level dialogue. where we now move from single to in their bilateral relations. governmental authorities of the
On May 21 the new Russian by 2018; We have the ability to projects to implementing long Besides bilateral agenda, Lao PDR, and play important
Government was formed headed - increase Russia’s ranking effectively contribute to solving term programmes in the most political dialogue gives a good role in the life of the country.
by Mr Dmitry A. Medvedev, who in the World Bank’s business the region’s energy, transport, promising areas. Our country opportunity to keep track of As Russia and Laos have
until recently was the President climate index from 120th place technological and environmental pays much attention to enhancing the most pressing problems recently signed the Agreement on
of the Russian Federation. in 2011 to 50th place in 2015 and problems, and our partners are well dialogue partnership withASEAN of present day regional and the Establishment and Operation
Economic situation in 20th place in 2018. aware of that. Regional military in the area of modernisation and international policy. What of the Information and Cultural
Russia With the goal of improving and political stability, collective high technology. is important - our countries’ Centres, we are on the verge of
In 2011 Russia like many conditions of doing business efforts to counter international Russia has no hidden agendas positions on the vast majority opening Russian Scientific and
countries in the world was faced it is supposed to provide a terrorism, emergency response in the region. Our state does of key issues of the global and Cultural Centre in Vientiane. We
with some economic difficulties considerable reduction of the time cooperation, or dialogue between not aim to forge covert military Asia-Pacific agenda are close or hope it will not only become a
prompted by the global economic needed for businesses to complete civilisations are unimaginable alliances that would threaten identical. This formula applies popular venue for various cultural,
recession. It was a serious procedures (and the costs of such without Russia. Our country is anyone’s security. On the contrary, to formation of the multipolar educational and other functions,
challenge for us. Had we not procedures) before January 1, a prominent member of regional we look forward to intensifying world order, based on rule- but will further develop Russia-
been able to respond to it, we 2015. These measures will cover multilateral and trans-regional diversified multilateral economic of-law and principle of equal Laos cooperation in different
would have sent our economy following areas of state regulation: associations. and political cooperation with security for all, nonproliferation spheres.
and social security system building, network connections, We accord priority to the all the countries that show such of weapons of mass destruction In conclusion I would
tumbling, and what’s more, we measures of tax stimulation and development of economic a willingness. Cooperation for and disarmament, war on like to stress, that more than
would have jeopardised Russia’s tax administration. It is proposed cooperation focusing on the peace, stability and common terrorism and extremism, semicentennial history of
very sovereignty and geopolitical to introduce the institution of areas where we have distinct prosperity is the key principle drug trafficking and other Russia-Laos relations, which
sustainability, thereby burying ombudsman for entrepreneurs’ advantages, e.g. energy sector, that determines the vector of challenges. can be characterised by mutual
any hope for modernisation and rights at the federal and regional including atomic energy, transport our efforts in the Asia-Pacific Our rapport in international amicability and trust, has created
development. However, Russians levels by December 1, 2012. and space exploration. dimension. affairs forms a solid base for a solid foundation, necessary for
did not crumble, but stood their Russia’s foreign policy Trade and economic relations Russia-Laos relations an effective coordination of development of a new quality
ground as a mature, creative and Russian foreign policy between Russia and Asian States And now allow me to say Russia and Laos activity in form of interaction between
confident nation with great inner objectives are strategic in nature are getting stronger, and bilateral a few words about present-day the frameworks of multilateral Russia and Laos - strategic
vitality and strength. and they reflect its unique role on economic projects are being Russia-Laos relations. They are mechanisms of cooperation, partnership. We are convinced
It’s necessary to mention our the world political map as well successfully implemented. based on the solid foundation of such as UN and its agencies, that pattern of relations will
agricultural recovery after the as its role in history and in the We attach great importance to traditional friendship and deep Russia-ASEAN Dialogue answer core interests of our
severe drought of 2009 and 2010. development of civilisation. our participation in the activities mutual respect that originated in Partnership, ASEAN Regional peoples, the task of strengthening
The support measures and the The Russian Federation of the Asia-Pacific Economic the years of Lao heroic struggle Forum on Security. peace, security and stability in
efficient work of our agricultural is committed to follow the Cooperation (APEC), a forum for its freedom and national In spite of the fact that Asia-Pacific.
producers led to its 22 percent constructive course to enhance which will be chaired by Russia sovereignty and post-war Moscow and Vientiane are
growth in 2011. Russia is global security, renounce this year. reconstruction. geographically far from each Oleg V. Kabanov
becoming the world’s second confrontation, and counter such In September 2010, Russia Russia and Laos share similar other, there is every reason Ambassador of the Russian
largest grain exporter. challenges as the proliferation and China came forward with a or very close views on most topical to state that our countries are Federation to the Lao PDR.
18 Tuesday June 12, 2012 Vientiane Times
Art & Entertainment
How to find comic relief What’s On
were encouraged by Goethe Vientiane
and gave rise to pictorial
broadsheets, the satirical weekly - Action with Lao Children Library: Open Mon to Fri
magazines Kladderadatsch and 9am to 6pm and Sat 9am to 3pm. Come in and read
Simplicissimus - and ultimately and borrow Lao, Japanese, Thai and English books.
the modern comic strip. Located in Ban Saphangmor, Xaysettha district.
Further influence was - Permanent UXO exhibition and the provision of
gleaned subsequently from
French and American comics, artificial limbs for victims. COPE Visitor Centre,
continuing into the 1990s, Khouvieng Road, opposite Green Park Hotel. Every
but artists in the former East day: 9am-6pm.
Germany added their own - Chess Club meets at 1pm every Sunday at City Inn
aesthetic qualities. While on Pangkham Road, Vientiane.
utilising traditional graphic Contact: Gabriel_smit@hotmail.com
and printing techniques, they - Women’s International Group. For activities and
incorporated street art and even times email wiglaosmembership@gmail.com
computer graphics. - Toastmasters Club meets every Sun. from
The Bangkok exhibition 4-6pm at Khopchaideu restaurant (3F). Everyone is
includes autobiographical, surr-
ealist, historical and fantastical welcome.
narratives, both factual reportage - Meditation at Vat Sokpaluang every Saturday,
and literary adaptations, all 4-5.30pm.
created on a wide variety of - English Language Church Service every Sunday
surfaces, from computer screens 10am at the ARDA Language Centre (near the
to scratchboards. Mercure, formerly Novotel). Call (021) 261441, or visit
The subject matter is often http://www.the-chs.org
of only remote interest here but
(The Nation), ANN -- attention of young illustrators way for an independent culture it’s all easy enough to decipher. Luang Prabang at 6.30 pm on Thursdays for
Germany isn’t the first country there in the 1990s, producing of German comics, featuring One depicts a West German training, please contact the
that springs to mind when two successive generations new aesthetic and narrative native wondering if he could Big Brother Mouse helps LE President at president_
you think of great sources of of German mangaka, as the techniques. cross to the other side disguised young people practise their laoelephants@laopdr.com
humour - or comic strips - but artists are known in Japan. Some of the leaders as an exiled East German singer, English at free drop-in sessions, for details and other meeting
the world is full of surprises, They don’t translate Japanese in the field - like Anke or as a former East German
9-11am and 5-7pm, open every areas.
so get ready to laugh - or at comic books directly, though, Feuchtenberger, Henning head of state - or as a banana.
least a giggle - at the exhibition and borrow only fitfully from Wagenbreth and Martin tom It’s that kind of fun. Another day. Just come to our office at Buffalos Rugby - men’s
“Comics, Manga & Co”. It’s at the oriental style to illustrate Dieck - are now professors at cartoon has a cat and dog 9am or 5pm in Ban Vat Nong, rugby training Tuesday
the Bangkok Art and Culture their own stories. Most of the art and design schools, urging vacationing on the moon, only around the corner from 3 Nagas evenings 6 - 7:30pm. All
Centre all this month, helping artwork on display is “German” young aspirants to experiment to realise they’re not alone. In Hotel. www.bigbrothermouse. welcome. Sunday morning
commemorate 150 years of in its manner of depiction with different modes. “These the next panel a giant worm com. social touch rugby - male,
Thai-German relations. and storytelling, culled from people are increasingly being pops out of a hole to greet them. Traditional Arts and female all ages welcome.
You won’t find extreme magazines and newspapers and seen overseas not as comic There’s even a strip about how Ethnology Centre. Open 9am- Free. For either, contact
Punch magazine-style pillorying poking fun at current events and artists but artists,” says Hoven. boring it is to live with your 6pm, Tues-Sun. John (020 77140176), Bob
of politicians among the German people in the news, mainly in German comic art owes mother. www.taeclaos.org (020 55510443) and Tom (020
illustrations - they’re apparently Germany. much to Switzerland’s Rodolphe You can see the illustrated Ock Pop Tok 2281111) for more information.
too reserved for that - but fans The art comes from 13 Topffer, whose sequential tale of a German journalist who Living Crafts Centre open daily Wild Hogs Rugby training
of Japanese manga will be artists representing the two picture stories in the 1830s risked doubling as a spy for for free guided tour. Natural at the Polytechnic pitch
interested in what’s on offer. generations that have created fascinated Goethe and many Stalin and as an employee of dyes, weaving and batik in Phonpapao village,
Comic artist Line Hoven was a new look to the genre in others. One of the form’s true the German embassy in Tokyo. drawing classes daily. 9am- Sisattanak, at 8pm on Tues.
at the show’s opening, saying Germany. The avant-garde art pioneers, Topffer’s “literature It’s confusing, but it’s a true and Thurs. Optional Saturday
5pm. Free transfer from Ock
Japan’s cartoons grabbed the of northern Europe paved the in prints” and “drawn novels” story. touch session at That Luang
Pop Tok shops in town to the
weaving centre on the Mekong. at 5:30pm, Sunday fitness at
Supporters of the Japanese national team cheer during their World Cup Asia qualifying soccer match
against Jordan at Saitama Stadium in Saitama, near Tokyo on June 8. --Photo AP
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