The Advocacy and Policy Institute (API) is a leading Cambodian capacity-building organization in the areas of advocacy, policy influence, citizen engagement, and good governance. API is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) with the mission to serve the long-term democratic and social development needs of Cambodia through empowering people to interact with their government to protect their rights. API’s Goal for the current Strategic Plan 2024-2028: “In 2028, Cambodia will be a more harmonious and inclusive society with sustainable development, good governance, and respect for democratic principles and human rights.”
Project brief
The ROKSI with API project is a collaborative effort to strengthen economic resilience and social protection among informal workers and micro-entrepreneurs in Cambodia. Building on Mission Alliance’s digital coaching pilot, the programme delivers scalable, rights-based support to the informal economy, aligned with the Green Economic Resilience framework. Over four years, the programme aims to engage 1,500+ informal workers and micro-entrepreneurs, integrating digital tools, peer learning, outreach, and policy engagement to empower informal workers and influence systemic reforms.
API is currently seeking a Cambodian candidate for the position of Business Coach Consultant to support the implementation of the ROKSI with API project by strengthening business knowledge, digital access, and social protection for informal business owners and workers, and by contributing to evidence-based advocacy for policy reform in Cambodia’s informal economy.
Position: Business Coach Consultant
Contract type: Full-Time (Consultancy contract)
Duration: 12 months, with possible extension for up to 4 years
Location: Based in Phnom Penh (with regular field travel to target provinces: Kandal, Kampong Chhnang, Pursat, Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Kampong Thom, Kampong Cham, Tbong Khmom)
Fee: Total monthly fee 800 USD, including tax.
Report to: Business Coach & Project Officer
The Business Coach Consultant will support the effective implementation of the ROKSI with API project under API. This full-time staff role focuses on coaching informal business owners, conducting outreach, organizing peer learning events, and contributing to awareness-raising on social protection and policy advocacy efforts. The Officer will receive business and coaching training from Mission Alliance and work closely with the Business Coach & Officer and API’s program team.
Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and detailed CV by email or by post to the address below.
API is committed to a policy of equal opportunities, value inclusion, and seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcome from people of all origins, ages, religions, genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. Every application for the position will be reviewed against the above requirements only. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Due to a high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Your application/CV will not be returned.
📧 Email: apioffice@apiinstitute.org
🗓️ Closing date: 31 May 2026 by 5 :00 PM.
📑 Detail JD: JD
