Regional Education Director

Scion Nonprofit has been engaged to conduct an immediate search to find a Regional Education Director for our fantastic client - nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating the next generation of ocean enthusiasts and professionals. Through innovative programs, they aim to expand people's access to ocean education and engagement opportunities. Their efforts are focused on Southeast Asia, where they provide unique behind-the-scenes experiences that inspire curiosity and spark a passion for the ocean. This incredible **_full-time, hybrid _**opportunity is based in**_ Singapore _**and is a fantastic opportunity to nurture the next generation of ocean leaders and contribute to a better understanding of the world's oceans, and address some of the most urgent climate challenges we face today.

**POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES**:
The Regional Education Director will elevate the educational initiatives, establish partnerships with leading organizations, cultivate relationships with donors, and implement a comprehensive approach to ocean education. Responsibilities include:

- Develop and enhance the strategic vision in the APAC region.
- Collaborate with leadership establish a regional governance structure and advisory board, and keep the board and leadership informed about developments and initiatives.
- Lead the Education program team and serve as the internal representative.
- Formulate and execute a strategy for educational programming in the ocean space across APAC.
- Work Education staff to supervise the management, execution, and expansion of current and future educational programs in APAC.
- Provide strategic input on the research and cultivation of new institutional and programmatic partners in the region.
- Develop and implement a regional fundraising strategy in collaboration with the VP of Partnerships, targeting governmental, NGO, foundation, and individual donors.
- Establish and execute a communication and media strategy tailored to the region.
- Manage a streamlined budget and coordinate with accounting and tax support.

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum of 15 years of experience in businesses or nonprofits focused on ocean, climate, and/or environmental science, with some exposure to the education sector preferred.
- A passionate leader with a strategic vision for ocean education opportunities.
- Comfortable operating in an ambiguous and dynamic start-up environment.
- Skilled in navigating complex organizations and entities with a clear focus on impact-oriented work.
- Proven experience in leading development or fundraising efforts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling vision.
- Adaptable leader seeking to lead a streamlined, regional team.
- Experience managing education-related businesses, particularly in museum management or fields connected to oceans, science, or the environment, is highly desirable.
- Highly independent and proactive, with a self-starting attitude.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of shaping programs creatively in response to uncertainty.
- Determined, resourceful, practical, and possessing a strong work ethic.
- Collaborative and team-oriented, with a humble approach.
- Ability to bridge institutional governance requirements with entrepreneurial innovation.
- Operates with a high degree of discretion and ethical conduct.

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**:
In addition to offering a competitive base salary, they have an excellent package of health and other employee benefits.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
**ABOUT OUR FIRM**:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.