I'm a 49 year old man working and living with a good job in California, USA. I have been in discussions with a very large VN company and was offered $30/hr. I make $120k right now in the USA. I think $60k/year might be an acceptable salary in VN but want to check in regarding how much negotiation I should be doing and whether I am getting a fair offer. I am excited to move to Vietnam mainly because of the extreme adventure. I want ideally to live in a decent secure place, travel, have adventures, and get all my "single guy" needs met. I have been told that in VN, companies often provide benefits for expats. I have sent an email asking them the following questions. Is there anything I have left out? I sure hope this works out! :-) Thanks!
Will the company pay all income taxes on the salary?
Will the company cover health insurance?
How much will the company pay for a housing and living allowance? I have heard that $2000/month is a typical allowance for living in HCMC.
Will the position include transportation to work? I am able to ride a motorcycle through HCMCs crowded streets. :-) However, it can be difficult to cart my gear around that way, especially in the rain, and it would be nice to at least have a taxi card if needed.
Will the company include travel to and from USA once per year?
Will the company include expatriation and repatriation compensation for costs incurred moving to and from VN?
How many hours per week would I be working and paid for?
Are the hours flexible or must I work strict times and days?
You mention part-time teacher, if I were to be full-time instruction, would the money per hour increase?
Am I being hired month to month, quitting or being fired at will, or would we sign something like a yearly contract?
How many holidays/vacation/sick days are given/allowed?
Would any other benefits be included?
How stable is this position?
Does the fact that I would be 50% research and 50% university cause me to be viewed as two part time employees, more at risk to be terminated?