Director, Governance and Sustainable Development

About the Governance and Sustainable

Development Department

ASEF's

Governance and Sustainable Development Department aims to provide

and communicate

quality, actionable inputs for

the policy dialogue between Asia and Europe in thematic areas of

Governance, Economy, Public Health and Sustainable

Development.

About the

Position

The Governance &

Sustainable Development Department is seeking a senior leader to

take on a pivotal role in advancing ASEF's work in governance,

public health, and sustainable development. As Department Director,

you will shape the Department's overall strategy and structure,

guide a multidisciplinary team, and steer a diverse portfolio of

projects that create meaningful impact. You will be responsible for

ensuring the delivery of high-quality outputs, fostering strategic

partnerships, and identifying future opportunities to strengthen

ASEF's role in these key areas.

This is a unique

opportunity for an experienced professional who is ready to combine

vision with execution, lead with purpose, and contribute to ASEF's

mission at the intersection of governance, health, and

sustainability. The appointment will be reporting to the Senior

Management of ASEF and be offered on a one-year open contract, with

an initial three-month probation period.

Core Function

To conceptualise the Department's programme strategy and

activities, current & future.

Ensure the

Department keeps in compliance with all ASEF policies and

procedures.

Provide leadership to the

Department.

Key

Responsibilities

1.

Leadership

Exercise self-leadership in one's own area of

work

Lead, mentor, and support colleagues and

project teams in delivering ASEF's projects and

initiatives.

Manage oneself and coping with

stress, developing relationships and networks, learning and

development

Motivating and inspiring others,

effective delegation, proactive communication, learning and

development

Directing and orchestrating

teamwork, organising and prioritising, decisiveness

Strategise, build and communicate the vision based on

ASEF's organisational awareness, and to manage changes in such a

context

2. Project

Management

Oversee and

administer departmental programmes and projects, including their

execution, delivery, and strategic planning - ensuring quality,

content, design, resource optimisation, and sound

project / administrative practices.

Supervise,

guide, and support Officers and junior team members in the

management and execution of projects.

Ensure

the engagement of external consultants complies with ASEF

procedures, and continuously monitor and review their work to

maintain quality assurance of deliverables.

Lead one of several "pillars" or Programmes (comprising

multiple projects) and ensure cross-departmental coordination from

an ASEF-wide perspective.

Recommend, develop,

and coordinate the implementation of strategies that reinforce the

Department's objectives and ASEF's strategic role.

Develop new project types to attract additional funding

and strengthen ASEF's positioning.

Provide

managerial leadership, including general administration, personnel

management, and change management, to achieve excellence in project

implementation and advance ASEF's mission and vision.

Ensure the Department's projects are effectively

developed and implemented, and that ASEF's role is recognised and

referenced by external organisations and

networks.

3. Financial

Management

Oversee the

Department's budget planning and management, including monitoring

of expenses, institutional planning, and ensuring the sound and

prudent use of resources.

Develop pipeline

forecasts and comprehensive financial budgets covering projects and

human resource costs.

Ensure timely submission

of financial reports, compliance with ASEF's financial rules, and

effective coordination with relevant parties in executing financial

procedures.

Administer funding processes by

engaging and following up with partner institutions and funders,

ensuring that all contributions - including those from the private

sector - comply with ASEF's financial policies.

Negotiate contractors' fees where necessary, and address

or resolve billing issues related to project

finalisation.

4.

Networking

Enhance partnership with funding organisations, including

obtaining Human Resource and other Secretariat costs

Promote a holistic partnership with eminent international

organisations or networks in the area, for the long-term

sustainability of ASEF

5.

Publications &

Reports

Prepare remark

notes for Senior Management

Prepare &

compile reports of Programmes / activities

Review & generate publications, articles, etc for the

Department

Publicise the outcome of the

research in the area in ASEF or outside media

Find an opportunity for ASEF to be present in eminent

organisations or networks, to publicise or to be referred in their

publication(s)

Ensure the visibility of the

Department, as well as the entire

ASEF

6. Work in

partnership with Senior Management in the best interest of

ASEF

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma, Bachelor's, Master's,

Doctorate, Ph.D and / or equivalent with 21 years of work experience

in a relevant field.

Experience in working in

an international environment / organisation, and knowledge and

prior experience in diplomacy and international relations is an

advantage.

Experience in project management /

coordination; training development, content creation, online

engagement, social media, communication, and / or event promotion is

an asset.

Key

Competencies

Strong

interest in international organisations, global affairs, and

Asia-Europe relations

Cultural sensitivity and

ability to work effectively in a multicultural

environment

Highly organised and attentive to

detail

Ability to work both independently and

collaboratively

Initiative, drive, and

readiness to take on new tasks

Excellent

command of written and spoke English

Proficiency in social media (content creation,

engagement, reporting) and Microsoft Office

Understanding of relevant target audiences, stakeholders,

and partners (an asset)

Remuneration

The

successful candidate will be offered a monthly salary commensurate

with her / his qualifications and work experience. Other applicable

benefits include an annual wage supplement, paid leave, and medical

benefits.

How to

apply

The following documents

need to be uploaded to the online application :

1. An updated CV

2. A letter

of motivation outlining your suitability and the value you would

bring to the Department and ASEF

3. A Concept

Proposal (max. 2-3 pages) addressing :

How would you structure the Governance & Sustainable

Development Department, integrating the Public Health Network Unit,

Governance Unit, and the new SustainableDevelopment Unit

How you propose to allocate six projects across these

three units, supported by a total of six staff members (excluding

the Director role)

Key priorities and

strategic directions you would set for the

Department

4. Contact details of 2

referees who can comment about your recent work in a professional

capacity; please mention the capacity in which you know

them.

As we receive many applications, we seek

your understanding that only shortlisted applicants will be

contacted via e- mail. ASEF is an employer who does not

discriminate against any job applicant or employee based on gender,

sexual orientation, disability, age, colour, ethnicity / race,

national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), marital status or

pregnancy.