Associate, Business and Program Development, Asia Center

1 week ago

Singapore MILKEN INSTITUTE ASIA CENTER Full time
The Milken Institute is seeking an Associate to support the Milken Institute's Business and Program Development team. The role will focus on fundraising and deepening relationships with key partners to expand our presence in Asia Pacific. For the candidate with strong intellectual curiosity, extraordinary work ethic and drive to achieve, this is an opportunity to become a key player in an entrepreneurial, dynamic and exponentially growing global organization and create an impact early on in his/ her career. Working closely with the Director of Business and Program development, the associate is responsible for maintaining a robust development program that supports the Institute's fundraising goals.
The Milken Institute is an economic think-tank, known for its cutting-edge research and unique ability to convene senior leaders from the banking, finance and investment communities to discuss trends and address issues affecting the global economy in order to move capital, policy and momentum toward solutions to significant challenges. We are determined to increase global prosperity by advancing collaborative solutions that widen access to capital, create jobs and improve health. The Institute's exclusive invitation-only events and programming activities, which generate most of its revenue, involve the exchange of ideas with global leaders.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sponsor Engagement:
  • Work with the team to run initiatives to connect with both existing and new sponsors, focusing on key growth areas like multinational corporations, asset management, investment banking, and other relevant financial sectors.
  • Utilize innovative strategies to deepen relationships with these sponsors, ensuring their continued support and involvement.
Program Development and Fundraising for Key Events:
  • Play a pivotal role in planning and fundraising for major Milken Institute events, particularly the Asia Summit, Global Conference, and regional symposiums like the Global Investors' Symposium in Hong Kong.
  • Ensure these events are impactful, well-funded, and align with the Institute's goals and objectives.
Partner Relationship Management:
  • Effectively manage ongoing relationships with partners and sponsors, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
  • Coordinate all interactions between the Milken Institute and these partners, serving as the primary point of contact and liaison.
Market Analysis and Opportunity Identification:
  • Continuously monitor market trends and identify emerging opportunities in the business and financial sectors.
  • Leverage this insight to guide the Institute's engagement strategies and program development.
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration:
  • Work closely with other departments within the Institute to align efforts and maximize the impact of business and program development initiatives.
  • Collaborate on projects that cross traditional functional boundaries, promoting a culture of teamwork and shared success.
Event Programming and Execution:
  • Contribute to the program development and execution of key events, ensuring they reflect the Institute's mission and attract the right audience.
  • Engage with speakers, participants, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, engaging, and informative events.
Communication and Reporting:
  • Maintain effective communication channels with internal teams and external partners.
  • Regularly report on progress, challenges, and achievements in business and program development activities.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree required; Masters preferred.
  • 1-3+ years of experience in asset management fundraising, business development, partnership building, investor relations, and wealth management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and fluency in English and in another Asianlanguage is highly preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience in working with financial institutions, especially within the hedge fund/private equity / investment banking space.
  • Ability to inspire enthusiasm about the mission of the Milken Institute, Asia Center, and other areas as appropriate.
  • Must have knowledge of the finance sector and global issues to be able to create/suggest high-quality content and engagements throughout the year.
  • Familiarity with the finance industry ecosystem, with ability to conduct research across various actors in the industry.
  • Superior project management skills, including the ability to proactively problem-solve and identify solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  • As this position requires working with a global team, flexibility to be available for conference calls outside of regular working hours is required.
  • Ability to manage multiple demands, projects, and deadlines.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and Salesforce.
  • Preference will be given to Singaporeans and PRs.
We offer a demanding, yet supportive and collaborative work environment where ideas and ingenuity matter. Apply today if you're ready to grow and help us make a real impact in the world.
To Apply: Please submit a writing sample, cover letter, and CV to . Due to the large number of applications, we regret that only successful candidates will be contacted for further rounds.

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