About this role
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OVERVIEW
Start date
01 December 2026
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
A proposal describing how the assignment will be conducted (including the proposed budget and profile of key task team members)
Deadline
16 October 2026
Application to be submitted to:
https://jobs.oxfamnovib.nl/job-invite/14504/
Assignment location:
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
1. BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT
The Oxfam in Asia regional platform contributes to and implements Oxfam’s Global Objectives and Strategy and leads the implementation of Oxfam in Asia’s Strategic Framework by providing vision and strategic direction to all of Oxfam’s work in Asia. This includes Oxfam’s humanitarian responses and the localization of humanitarian leadership, long-term development programming, and influencing work. Responsible and accountable for the strategic direction and effective management of the programming in Asia, effective management of financial and human resources in line with Oxfam policy, and providing high-level support and representation for advocacy, fundraising, and any other representational purposes in support of Oxfam’s work and interests while ensuring gender justice and feminist principles are adopted.
2. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Mekong Regional Water Governance Program (MRWGP) focuses on inclusive and equitable water governance, addressing climate change, water security, and social accountability. MRWGP oversees regional projects funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), ensuring sustainable water governance across Cambodia, Thailand, Lao PDR, Vietnam, and Myanmar. The Mekong Inclusive Water Governance and Climate Resilience Program 3 (IP3) (2025-2029) integrates water governance and climate resilience for regional policy impact. The program aims for More sustainable and resilient livelihoods of riparian communities in the Mekong Sub-region and prioritizes three interconnected pillars. Pillar 1: Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Feminist Influencing; Pillar 2: Inclusive Water Resource Governance; Pillar 3. Climate Resilient Communities.
3. PROJECT GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
Oxfam Australia (OAU), as the lead applicant for IP3 is the contract holder with DFAT and SDC; OAU is responsible for contract management, compliance, and providing technical support as needed. The IP3 project is implemented by Oxfam International in Asia through the Mekong PMU based in Phnom Penh. The PMU oversees implementation by Oxfam Country Offices in Lao PDR, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Cambodia, and through regional partners in Thailand. Project management, implementation, and coordination follow Oxfam International’s established standards, operational procedures, and agreements. Oxfam in Cambodia is the legal entity, holding legal responsibility and due diligence for the operation of the Mekong PMU as well as provides the business services and back-office support in accordance with its executing affiliate.
4. PROJECT AUDIT
The purpose of this ToR is to seek a qualified audit firm to carry out an annual project financial audit of the IP3 Project, throughout the duration of the project period between 1 April 2025 and 30 June 2029, and as per the audit schedule outlined. The audit methodology will be in accordance with the requirements specified in the SDC Financial Audit ToR, in Annex 1.
5. PROJECT BUDGET
The total IP3 project funded by DFAT and SDC combined for the period of 1 April 2025 to 30 June 2029 is 9.73 million USD. Out of this, DFAT contributes 10 million AUD (or the equivalent of 6.73million USD) and SDC contributes 3million USD. The budget breakdown by year, by implementing entity is as below.
Budget by Country Office
Budget year 1
(April- Dec 25)
Budget year 2
(Jan- Dec 26)
Budget Year 3
(Jan-Dec 27)
Budget Year 4
(Jan- Dec 28)
Budget year 5 (Jan- June 29)
DFAT-AUD
SDC-USD
DFAT-AUD
SDC-USD
DFAT-AUD
SDC-USD
DFAT-AUD
SDC-USD
DFAT-AUD
SDC-USD
PMU
584,489
186,143
1,366,770
416,725
1,491,325
500,975
1,368,219
417,381
684,892
140,656
OiM
69,634
37,877
265,266
62,582
240,875
72,254
161,708
48,507
31,824
9,546
OiV
23.647
14,654
166,504
42,384
151,008
45,297
164,744
49,418
14,439
4,331
OiC
138,949
94,642
493,723
99,384
350,033
97,534
301,056
103,510
98,310
19,502
OiL
165,927
36,823
410,594
122,901
84,743
25,582
OAU
17,355
6,809
24,124
5,632
42,362
12,707
43,272
12,980
44,209
13,261
Total
1,000,000
376,949
2,726,982
749,609
2,360,346
754,350
2,038,998
631,796
873,673
187,296
Overhead
116,661
414,109
8,512
262,261
83,817
226,555
70,200
97,075
20,811
Total budget
1,000,000
493,610
3,141,091
758,121
2,622,607
838,167
2,265,554
701,995
970,748
208,107
Note: Indirect cost recovery (overhead cost) is allocated for Oxfam Australia (OAU).
6. AUDIT SCHEDULE
The audit is to be performed based on Annex 1, following the cycle below:
No
Covered period
Financial report
Available for the auditor
Audit field work
Deliverables
Project Audit
1 April 2025- 30 Dec 2026
2nd week of Feb 2027
3rd week of Feb 2027
3rd week of Mar 2027 (sign-off report)
01 Jan- 30 Dec 2027
2nd week of Feb 2028
3rd week of Feb 2028
3rd week of Mar 2028 (sign-off report)
01 Jan- 30 Dec 2028
2nd week of Feb 2029
3rd week of Feb 2029
3rd week of Mar 2029 (sign-off report)
1 April 2025 - 30 June 2029
3rd week of August 2029
4th week of August 2029
2nd week of September 2029 (sign-off report)
7. AUDIT FEES
The audit firm shall estimate the audit fee for the first audit cycle based on the forecasted expenditures for Years 1 and 2. Audit fees for Years 3, 4, and 5 shall be determined based on the approved budget. If the budget is revised during implementation, the audit fee shall be recalculated using the most current budget information available.
The fee shall include all expected travel, out-of-pocket, and applicable tax expenses.
The payment will be made per each cycle in 2 parts, when starting the fieldwork and after completing the report. The percentage of each part will be agreed and input in the agreement.
The details of the application process can be accessed here:
https://oxfam.box.com/s/qlz0x0bvvg3sj5fm0tldqyyhsdlfig47