Director (Partnership and International Relations)

Job Responsibilities:

1. Partnership

• Identify potential partners, both in Singapore and internationally, that align with company’s goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy to foster collaboration and achieve mutual benefits.
• Negotiate and establish partnership agreements, track and monitor execution of plans.

2. International Relations

• Manage and nurture relationships, including with Overseas Chapter Chairpersons and members, overseas professional bodies and trade associations/chambers, government agencies and partners.
• Build and maintain a network of contacts relevant to the profession and business to identify partnership opportunities.
• Collaborate with relevant partners to co-create initiatives to engage members based overseas and grow international presence and membership.
• Align international relations strategies with overall strategic plan.

3. Engagement with Professional Accountants in Business (PAIB)

• Develop engagement plans for members who are in the PAIB segment, including CFOs, young professionals, board of directors and public sector finance.
• Work closely with the relevant committees, network members, and internal departments to align with overall strategic plan.

4. Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure that all international activities and partnerships comply with company’s SOPs, relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards.

5. Budget Management and Reporting

• Develop and manage budgets relating to partnership and international relations activities.
• Monitor expenses and allocate resources efficiently.
• Responsible for relevant reports, develop metrics and KPIs to assess success and impact of partnerships and international initiatives.

Job Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field or master’s degree
• 10 years of experience in partnership development, international relations, or a related field
• Proven track record of successfully establishing and managing partnerships.
• International experience and cross-cultural competence are highly valued Strong leadership and team management skills to lead a team responsible for partnership and international initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, including the ability to negotiate and build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills
• High adaptability in view of changing global dynamics and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Culturally-sensitive with an understanding of and respect for diverse cultures.

Interested candidates may send their CV to Caris (Reg No. R1109826) at anc2@anchorsearchgroup.com quoting the job title in the Subject line. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.