💡Introduction (API)

The Advocacy and Policy Institute (API) is a leading Cambodian capacity-building organization in the areas of advocacy, policy influencing, citizen engagement, and good governance. API is a non-profitable, non-governmental organization (NGO).

Our Vision: Cambodia has a national culture of harmony, with political and economic stability, sustainable development, democratic governance, and protection of human rights for a prosperous future for all.

Our 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.

Our Strategic Goal: By 2028, Cambodia is a more harmonious and inclusive society with sustainable development through economic empowerment, better management of climate risks, inclusive policies, good governance, and respect for democratic principles, human rights, and GEDSI.

Our Strategic Objectives (2024-28)

• Program Objective 1: Inclusive Policies, Democratic Governance, and Human Rights
• Program Objective 2: Economic Development and the Informal Economy
• Program Objective 3: Climate Action and Environmental Justice
• Program Objective 4: Civil Society Sustainability and Resilience

📋 Position Summary 

• Position: Junior Business Coach (two positions)
• Contract type: Full-time Short-term Consultancy Agreement (non-employment contract)
• Duration: 03 months
• 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)
• Consultancy fee: USD 300 to 400 gross per month, inclusive of all applicable taxes, duties,
•      and statutory obligations
• Report to: Business Coach and Project Officer

📋 Job Purpose

The Junior Business Coach will support the implementation of the ROKSI with API project by engaging informal business owners and workers, conducting outreach activities, supporting and facilitating coaching sessions, and providing basic business development support. Working under the guidance of the Business Coach and Project Officer, the Junior Business Coach will assist participants in improving their business knowledge, strengthening business practices, and accessing relevant support services. The successful candidate will receive coaching and business development training from Mission Alliance and API.

📝 How to apply

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: 21 August 2026 by 5 :00 PM.

📑 Detail JD: Job Description