Strategic Initiatives Manager (Private Capital and Investment)

Starting: March 2026

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote, based in the Asia-Pacific region (Preferred: Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta)

Reports to: CEO

About JADE Dialogues - Joint Advancement for Decarbonized Economies

JADE Dialogues is a mission-driven organization founded in 2025, focused on advancing the energy transition and sustainable economic growth across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. JADE engages leaders who can drive meaningful economic and societal change. Through private, creatively curated dialogues, JADE designs trusted spaces where ideas and solutions are translated into actionable implementation. JADE's vision is to unlock a future where economic prosperity and clean energy resilience thrive together in APAC. Its mission is to shape APAC's clean energy future by connecting individuals who are economic drivers through high-trust dialogues that turn disconnect into strategy and strategy into action. From these dialogues, JADE builds the political and socio-economic will needed to translate conversations into tangible outcomes, including policy shifts, investment in solutions, and stronger regional cooperation.

About this role

This is an exciting opportunity to embark on a transformative journey, leading and shaping JADE's Private Capital and Investment pillar as its first dedicated hire.

Working closely with the CEO, the Strategic Initiatives Manager will translate JADE's strategic vision into well-designed, high-impact dialogues and convenings that bring together private capital leaders, policymakers, and other key stakeholders. As a core member of the Strategic Initiatives (SI) unit, the role combines strategic thinking, partner engagement, research, and hands-on project execution, with a strong focus on delivery quality and measurable impact.

Responsibilities include:

JADE Project Management - 70%

Drive JADE Convenings & Initiatives - Private Capital and Investment

• Advance the strategic development and refinement of JADE's Private Capital and Investment programs.
• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of JADE convenings and initiatives.
• Manage agendas, timelines, communications, and logistics, including liaison with senior-level participants, their offices, local hosts, expert partners, and event vendors.
• Ensure initiatives align with JADE's mission and priorities, while identifying opportunities for synergy and collaboration.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, and budgets to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Ensure efficient use of project budgets and effective management of SI initiative resources.
• Coordinate regular project updates and communications with partners and stakeholders in close collaboration with the CEO.

Design and manage the JADE Impact Tracking and CRM Systems

• Design and manage tools to track follow-up actions, commitments, and outcomes from JADE dialogues.
• Analyze engagement and outcome data to assess impact and inform continuous improvement.
• Build, maintain, and manage the CRM system supporting the Private Capital and Investment pillar, ensuring accurate stakeholder records and follow-up.

Stakeholders and Partners Coordination & Communications - 20%

• Support effective and professional engagement with partners, institutional collaborators, and senior stakeholders.
• Maintain and update stakeholder databases, invitations, and post-event follow-ups.
• Ensure high-touch, timely, and consistent correspondence before and after convenings.

Strategic Support to CEO - 10%

• Partner closely with the CEO as a strategic thought partner for Private Capital and Investment pillar.
• Provide insights from project delivery and impact tracking to inform programmatic strategy.
• Undertake other Strategic Initiative unit related activities as required to support the CEO and JADE's organizational objectives.

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, sustainability, public policy, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in investment, asset management, private capital, sustainable finance, or related sectors, with working knowledge of ESG or energy/sustainability-aligned investment products.
• Proven ability to independently manage projects end to end, including planning, execution, timelines, and budgets, particularly for high-level convenings or structured stakeholder engagement.
• Experience producing senior-level, private events or dialogues, with strong attention to hospitality, discretion, and alignment of event design with strategic objectives.
• Experience using or managing tracking tools, dashboards, or CRM systems to monitor stakeholder engagement and outcomes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging mid- to senior-level financial stakeholders and collaborating effectively within small teams.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment, while staying aligned with strategic priorities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track outcomes, assess impact, and measure success.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required (typically 5–10% annually).

Desired

• Master's degree (MBA, MFin, or sustainability-focused program) or equivalent professional experience.
• Deep familiarity with sustainable finance, ESG products, blended finance, or impact investing frameworks.
• Knowledge of Asia-Pacific investment landscapes and experience working across borders and sectors in the region.
• Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience in a leadership role within a start-up or in building and scaling a new initiative, program, or platform.

Personal attributes

• Strong alignment with JADE's mission on energy transition and sustainable economic development.
• Comfortable working in a mission-driven, non-profit start-up environment.
• Able to balance strategic thinking with close attention to detail to ensure smooth execution.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple priorities with flexibility.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with sound judgment and professionalism when engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and at least one major Asian language; additional languages are an asset.
• Preferably based in Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, or Jakarta.

Other Information

This is a remote-working position. The role involves considerable international travel, and working with multiple time zones for internal and external online calls and meetings. Mutual flexibility of working hours will be expected and provided, to meet these needs while ensuring a sustainable work-life balance.

JADE Dialogues does not provide relocation or visa support for this role.

What JADE offers

• A unique opportunity to lead and shape the first stages of JADE's Private Capital and Investment Pillar, contributing directly to the organization's long-term vision and impact.
• A fixed-term, 12-month contract position with the possibility of renewal based on performance and organizational needs.
• Competitive salary range of USD 50,000 - 65,000 determined according to the local job market of the candidate's working location, work experience, and qualifications.
• 20 days of annual leave, plus 1 week from Christmas to New Year closure and national holidays according to the employee's working location.
• Opportunities to attend international conferences, dialogues, and professional networking events globally.
• Flexible remote working environment.
• Compensatory leave for required work travel or in-person project work conducted on weekends or national holidays.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and highlighting your relevant experience, to [Confidential Information] with the subject line: [APPLICATION FOR STRATEGIC INITIATIVES MANAGER_your full name] by January 10, 2026 at 23:59 (KST; Korea Time).

Please note:

• Only a CV and cover letter should be submitted. Additional documents will not be considered.
• JADE may also consult its network for references at any stage of the process.
• Applications submitted via LinkedIn or without the specified subject line will not be reviewed.
• This vacancy is being recruited on a rolling basis and the hiring process will proceed quickly, so we kindly ask shortlisted candidates to monitor their email for timely updates. JADE may close the posting early if a suitable candidate is hired. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.