Career Opportunities

Asia Society Philippine Foundation Inc. is looking for: 

Program Officer

Location: Manila, Philippines

The Program Officer will oversee all aspects of development, coordination, and implementation of public and private programs on a broad range of topics including policy, business, education, arts and culture—in the context of strengthening Asian and US-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:

  • Develops program strategies that fulfill the objectives of ASPF;
  • Implements day-to-day programming tasks to ensure smooth and timely execution of projects and activities (including conferences, special events, and other public programs in the fields of arts & culture, business & policy, education, and leadership);
  • Establishes networks and maintains good relationships with key stakeholders and potential partners;
  • Directs marketing and communication activities to strengthen the Center's presence and branding;
  • Serves as liaison in programming concerns between the Philippine Center and all other centers of Asia Society;
  • Assists the Executive Director in overseeing operations in the Philippine Center, by providing managerial and administrative support in relation to project planning, design, and implementation;
  • Supports the Executive Director in fundraising activities;
  • Participates in project monitoring and evaluation and review of ongoing and future projects, as needed;
  • Coordinates with Marketing & Communications agencies or with colleagues assigned to fulfill this function;
  • Represents Asia Society at public events and private briefings;
  • Performs other relevant tasks as directed by the Executive Director or as instructed by the ASPF leadership

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field;
  • Preferably with corporate or development sector experience, with at least 3 years in project management, business development, and strategy;
  • 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 effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks;
  • Creative and entrepreneurial spirit with a high degree of confidence and ability to exercise independent judgment and problem-solving;
  • Interest and competence in or demonstrable capability to learn about Asian and international affairs;
  • Outstanding verbal, written (including proofreading and editing), and overall communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with basic background of Adobe suite, Canva, and/or other graphic design/illustration/visualization applications/software (ideal)

How To Apply:

  • Submit your (a) Resume and (b) Cover Letter to manilahr@asiasociety.org addressed to:
    • Marco Antonio Luisito V. Sardillo III, Executive Director, Asia Society Philippine Foundation, Inc.
  • Indicate “Application: Program Officer" on email subject line.
  • Applications with incomplete requirements will not be accepted.
  • Please direct all relevant questions/clarifications concerning this job description to manilahr@asiasociety.org. No phone calls, please.
  • Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your application as received unless your email bounced back. 
  • ASPF reserves the right to request further requirements or information from candidates (including, but not limited to professional references, etc), at any juncture of the recruitment process.

 

Deadline of Applications: 15 September 2023

Asia Society Philippines is an equal-opportunity employer.