Programs Head  

The Programs Head will oversee all aspects of the development, coordination, and implementation of public and private programs on a broad range of topics including policy, business, arts, and culture; in the context of strengthening Asian and U.S. -Asia relations. In coordination with the Executive Director, s/he will also help identify and cultivate prospective donors such as individual, foundation, and corporate donors.

Responsibilities:

• Develop programming strategy that fulfills the objectives of ASPF;
• Implement day-to-day programming tasks to ensure smooth and timely execution of programs and activities, including conferences, special events, and other public programs in the fields of arts & culture, policy, business, and leadership;
• Establish and maintain good relationships with the key stakeholders;
• Direct marketing and communication activity to strengthen the Center's presence and branding;
• Serves as liaison in programming concerns between the Philippine Center and other centers of Asia Society;
• Assists the Executive Director in overseeing operations in the Philippine Center;
• Assists the Executive Director in fundraising activities;
• Coordinates with Marketing & Communications agency or colleague assigned to this function;
• Represent Asia Society at public events and private briefings.

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related field.
• Exceptional project (program) management skills with at least 5 years solid work experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies, including corporations, government, embassies, NGOs, academic institutions, and media.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and able to manage multiple tasks
• Creative and entrepreneurial spirit with a high degree of confidence and ability to exercise independent judgment and problem-solve.