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The Opportunity

The Southeast Asia Public Policy Institute is a think-tank and research organisation working across the Southeast Asia region. Our mission is to suppor tthe development of solutions to some of Southeast Asia’s most pressing policy challenges.

The Institute is looking for Policy Programme Manager candidates to work across our key policy areas: the circular economy, digital economy and technology, and the region’s energy transition.

In this role,you will work with the Executive Director and the team to develop programmes of research and stakeholder dialogues exploring key policy challenges being faced at the regional level and in individual Southeast Asian markets, including Thailand.

Your research outputs and insights will inform policy thinkers and stakeholders across the region and beyond with a view to shaping the policy environment for a prosperous and sustainable future for Southeast Asia.

The position will be based in Bangkok,Monday-Friday, with signiﬁcant time in the office and potentially some regional travel.

Responsibilities:

Develop annual policy programmes to explore key policy areas comprising research projects, shorter insightful articles, and opportunities for dialogue
Coordinate and conduct research, analyze data, identify trends, and draw insightful conclusions to inform policy recommendations
Draft high-quality research reports, policy briefs, and other publications with clear and concise writing
Work with existing partners– academic institutions, policy organisations, and the private sector – and develop new partnerships across the region
Stay up-to-date on current events, research, and policy developments in Southeast Asia, particularly related to our areas of focus.
Organise opportunities to present and discuss research including roundtables and online seminars
Present research ﬁndings to policymakers, stakeholders, and the public at conferences, workshops, and other events.

Policy Programme Manager

Southeast Asia Public Policy Institute recruitment