APAC Science Partnerships Associate

APAC Science Partnerships Associate

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X.

Ocean

X is a nonprofit working to unlock the ocean's sustainable potential. Through a dual focus on science and education, we’re building a new paradigm where humanity and the ocean mutually thrive. Our approach is fueled by exploration, leveraging advanced research, multimedia educational programs, cross‑sector partnerships, and advanced technology to help transform how people understand and value the ocean. We strive to fortify biodiversity and increase the sustainable use of ocean resources to help ensure the ocean remains a foundation for human wellbeing and potential.

Ocean

X is a nonprofit operating program of Dalio Philanthropies.

Ocean

X is seeking an APAC Science Partnerships Associate to support the organization’s work across Science, Education, Partnerships, and Missions by coordinating and facilitating partnerships, research, and regional programs throughout the Asia Pacific. This role focuses on enabling strategic engagement with government agencies, universities, and NGOs, supporting program implementation, and ensuring alignment with Ocean

X’s broader regional and mission objectives.

This is a remote position open to professionals legally authorized to work in Indonesia.

• Support engagement with government ministries, regional research agencies, and local NGOs to advance Ocean
  
  X programs in Southeast Asia.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder dialogues to strengthen partnerships and ensure program alignment.
• Assist in identifying regional priorities, opportunities, and constraints to inform Ocean
  
  X’s program strategy.
• Monitor policy and scientific developments relevant to Ocean
  
  X’s mission, providing timely insights to internal teams.
• Collect, compile, and analyze environmental, policy, and scientific data to support program design and evaluation.
• Prepare reports, briefs, and presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support expedition and project planning, including logistics, documentation, and coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• Track program progress, monitor deliverables, and maintain accurate records of initiatives, partnerships, and commitments.
• Assist in organizing events, workshops, and knowledge‑sharing forums across multi‑stakeholder groups.
• Contribute to research on ecosystem services, conservation initiatives, and regional environmental priorities.
• Willingness for travel, primarily within the region and to the vessel.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings or late evenings, to support cross‑time‑zone collaboration.
• Adaptable to varying workloads, balancing periods of focused execution with lighter operational phases.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, policy, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental research, policy, or program coordination.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with government agencies, NGOs, and local stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data to inform decision‑making.
• Experience supporting multi‑stakeholder or regional environmental programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with ocean, water, or climate‑related programs in Southeast Asia.
• Experience contributing to multi‑year, multi‑stakeholder environmental or scientific initiatives.
• Ability to work and thrive in an entrepreneurial, rapidly evolving environment, with significant ambiguity.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral communications.
• Proven track record in taking initiative and multi‑tasking, interfacing with various team members while conducting oneself with the utmost professional manner when working with internal and external colleagues.

• Determined, resourceful and practical. An independent, self‑starter with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and strong work ethic.
• Agility, with a track record of getting things done.
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