Job Description

Role Summary

PublicPolicyAsia Advisors (PPAA) is a dynamic strategic advisory and publishing firm working across ASEAN in food, agriculture, and public policy. We manage three core business streams -- Consulting, PPAA Academy, and PPAA Publishing -- supporting multinational clients and regional organisations.





We're looking for a Business & Operations Executive (10-month contract) to support our expanding work and streamline daily operations. You'll work directly with the CEO on client coordination, project management, and business operations, ensuring PPAA runs efficiently as we scale across Asia.





This is a fixed-term role with the potential for renewal or conversion to a longer contract or full-time based on performance and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Client Management

Coordinate consulting projects and academy courses from planning to completion. Liaise with clients for scheduling, deliverables, and invoicing. Track project timelines and prepare progress reports for the CEO and partners.

2. Operations & Administration

Manage internal operations calendar, contract filing, and CRM updates. Handle vendor and partner communications (logistics, events, printing, etc.). Oversee marketing support workflow with the digital assistant and external designers.

3. Finance Support

Work with outsourced bookkeeper to ensure accurate billing and expense tracking. Monitor project budgets and monthly cashflow sheets. Support annual audit and CPF submission coordination.

4. Academy & Publishing Support

Assist in course scheduling, enrolment tracking, and trainer coordination. Liaise with editors and printers for book projects, as needed. Ensure cross-promotion and documentation between PPAA's three business streams.

Requirements

Degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field. 2-4 years of relevant experience in consulting, training, or project operations. Strong English communication and writing skills. Excellent coordination and multi-tasking skills. Familiar with Microsoft Office / Google Workspace and basic finance tracking (Excel or Sheets). Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working with a small, entrepreneurial team.

Contract Terms

No entitlement to AWS or bonus unless a discretionary completion bonus is granted. 5-day work week (hybrid arrangement). No entitlement to AWS or bonus unless discretionary completion bonus is granted. * Statutory CPF contributions apply.