Reports to: Head of Programmes and Content
Location: Hong Kong
*Candidates must have the right to work in Hong Kong
*Candidates must submit a cover letter with CV
Reinvent with the Global Institute For Tomorrow (GIFT)
As existential threats intensify and reshape the fundamentals of business and society, reinvention is an imperative, not an option. It is critical in building resilience and securing long-term success. Anchored in rigorous intellectual enquiry, foresight, and deep insights, GIFT are the reinvention advisors supporting organisations and leaders to navigate this change, fostering global awareness in the emerging multipolar world, building resilience, unleashing potential, and enabling them to thrive amid uncertainty.
Refined over 20 years, GIFT’s non-traditional approach spans executive leadership transformation, strategic advisory, and thought-provoking content. GIFT has supported numerous organisations and over 3,000 leaders across 80 countries to develop the mindsets, capabilities, and solutions needed for the 21st century. As part of their experiential learning, GIFT facilitates leaders to collectively produce publicly accessible business models and policy recommendations with positive social and environmental impact.
GIFT has offices in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur. For more information, visit: www.global-inst.com
Team & Job Description
The Programmes team is a diverse and motivated group of professionals from a wide range of backgrounds. We work collaboratively in an entrepreneurial and intellectually stimulating environment, with a broad and multi‑faceted remit.
A significant portion of our work focuses on executive education programmes, strategic advisory engagements, and the delivery of thought‑provoking content. The remaining scope includes content creation and curation, as well as selected marketing, sales, and business development activities in support of client and partner engagement.
Role & Responsibilities
As Programme Manager, reporting to the Head of Programmes and Content, you will have end‑to‑end responsibility for the research, design, planning, execution, and continuous improvement of GIFT’s executive education programmes, strategic advisory projects, and events (including talks, conferences, and webinars). For the programmes, they span in‑person experiential programmes, outcome‑driven workshops, blended‑learning journeys, and fully virtual programmes.
Working closely with GIFT colleagues, you will drive multiple projects concurrently and ensure high‑quality delivery across the full programme/project lifecycle.
Programmes & Projects
• Lead programme planning, sequencing, and prioritisation to meet key milestones and outcomes
• Coordinate and manage relationships with internal teams, clients, participants, partners, and vendors
• Conduct research and produce high-quality programme collateral and project outputs
• Manage logistics, including enrolment, travel, venues, meetings, and delivery logistics
• Manage budgets and ensure strong financial performance
• Document programme outcomes and support refinement of participant deliverables
• Apply strategic and critical thinking to structure projects that deliver high quality outputs
Content & Business Development
• Contribute to GIFT’s thought leadership and content through research and writing
• Drive proposals, concept notes, and client/market research
• Assist with marketing collateral, partner/client engagement, and CRM management
Ad hoc – Support internal strategy, development initiatives, and special projects as required
Mentorship – Able to effectively manage and professionally develop junior members of the team
Skills & Qualifications
• 7–10 years’ relevant work experience (exceptions considered), ideally in project management, consulting, advisory, and/or event management
• MBA or Master’s degree in a technical or relevant field preferred
• Fluency in English required; Mainland Mandarin proficiency an advantage (other Asian languages a plus)
• Technologically savvy, with hands‑on experience across Microsoft 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel), AI tools, and video‑conferencing platforms (Teams, Zoom)
• Familiarity with Canva, HubSpot CRM, and online education or collaborative tools is a plus
• Willingness to travel occasionally for programme delivery and client work
• Experience in client relations, business communications, sales, marketing, and/or business development is advantageous
Ideal Candidate
• A self‑starter, comfortable working independently and within a flat team structure
• At ease with conceptual and strategic thinking, able to synthesise complex and macro‑level insights
• Highly organised, with strong multi‑tasking and project management capabilities
• Detail‑oriented, producing client‑ready, high‑quality deliverables
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills
• An excellent researcher and writer
• A practical problem‑solver and confident negotiator, able to navigate challenges and resolve conflict constructively
• Experience managing small teams
Benefits of the Role
• A fulfilling, challenging, and multi‑faceted role with meaningful regional exposure
• A constructive, stimulating, and purpose‑driven work environment
• Opportunity to work on influential projects with business and government, generating far‑reaching social impact
• Unlimited learning opportunities across diverse subjects and themes
• Travel opportunities linked to client and programme delivery
• Direct contribution to leadership and organisational transformation
• Involvement in initiatives creating positive impact for partners and communities
• Full access to GIFT’s digital learning platform, GIFT.ed.
• Competitive remuneration, attractive employment benefits, and clear room for career growth
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to Eric Stryson: [email protected]
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