Location: Singapore or Remote (Southeast Asia)Application Deadline: 27 February 2026Reporting to: Executive DirectorTeam: Small regional team of Partnership and Digital Communications Managers, supported by consultancies and agency partners About Grow Asia Grow Asia is a multi-stakeholder partnership platform established by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with ASEAN. Its mission is to transform food systems in Southeast Asia to be inclusive, sustainable, and climate-resilient. Regional office: Singapore Five country chapters: Cambodia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Viet Nam Network impact: Reaching over 3.7 million smallholders with training, technology, and market-led solutions Accreditation: Entity associated with ASEAN, recognizing its role in multi-stakeholder partnerships, blended finance, and technical assistance Role Overview The Head of External Relations leads Grow Asia’s strategic communications, donor engagement, partner relationships, and high-level events regionally and globally. The role strengthens Grow Asia’s reputation as a trusted platform among public institutions, multilateral organizations, philanthropic bodies, and private sector partners. This is a senior, externally facing leadership role, requiring strategic judgment, relationship-building, and the ability to translate complex programs into impactful communications and visible outcomes. Key Responsibilities 1. External Communications, Events & Visibility Lead Grow Asia’s external communications strategy, emphasizing events, convenings, and senior stakeholder engagement Oversee design and execution of major events, governance meetings, and investment forums Represent Grow Asia publicly and at high-level meetings Guide internal teams in translating technical programs into compelling narratives Supervise agency partners, consultants, and junior communications staff 2. Strategic Partnerships & Donor Engagement Lead regional partnership and donor engagement strategy Build and maintain long-term relationships with governments, multilaterals, foundations, and development finance actors Align partnerships with Grow Asia’s mission, priorities, and catalytic initiatives Coordinate partnership pipelines and engagement processes Collaborate with global partners, including World Economic Forum and ASEAN bodies 3. Membership, Governance & Stakeholder Value Oversee strategic engagement of Grow Asia’s Advisory Councils, Country Chapters, and Working Groups Ensure members and partners derive clear value from engagement opportunities Monitor trends in agri-food systems, climate finance, and development cooperation 4. Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and support a small regional team Collaborate with country leadership teams to ensure alignment and capacity development Provide strategic direction while enabling others to execute Contribute to senior leadership discussions on organizational strategy, culture, and effectiveness Candidate Profile Experience: 10+ years in partnerships, external affairs, communications, or stakeholder engagement within international development, sustainability, or related fields Proven ability to engage with public sector, multilateral organizations, and philanthropic donors, ideally in Southeast Asia Strong track record of building and sustaining high-level relationships Experience leading external engagement and high-profile events in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strategic judgment, political acumen, and ability to navigate ambiguity Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; regional languages are a plus Collaborative leadership style with a focus on empowering teams What Grow Asia Offers Senior leadership role in a respected regional platform Opportunity to shape partnerships and external engagement in dynamic food systems Collaborative, mission-driven culture with strong regional and global networks Competitive compensation and benefits How to Apply Submit resume, cover letter, and samples of published editorial or digital content to: Email: careers@growasia.orgSubject Line: Application: Head of External Relations – [Your Name] Applications are due 27 February 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This position offers the opportunity to lead external engagement across Southeast Asia’s food systems, influencing strategic partnerships, donor relations, and multi-stakeholder collaboration at scale. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization seeking a for this postion. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.