Senior Manager, Global Affairs

7 days ago

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand Agoda Full time

Seeking a Senior Manager to lead event planning, strategic initiatives, and business operations for Global Affairs, driving exceptional experiences and operational excellence.

About Agoda

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.

**Job Description**

The Senior Manager will lead event planning, strategic initiatives, and business operations for Global Affairs. This role has dual-facing deliverables. Externally, this role will own and execute high-polish events and touchpoints that engage governments, with the goal of differentiating Agoda through exceptional experiences. Internally, this role will drive operational excellence for Global Affairs by building repeatable, scalable systems for government engagements and measuring its effectiveness.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Own the end-to-end strategy and execution of government engagement events.
  • Design business systems and processes to ensure Global Affairs' initiatives are repeatable, scalable, and high polish.
  • Lead project management for strategic initiatives and relationships for Global Affairs.
  • Oversee and administer team resource strategy, including vendor management, contracts and billing, liaising between Global Affairs and internal operations teams.
  • Drive learning and development programs for Global Affairs, including onboarding programs, quarterly trainings, and strategy offsites.

**Requirements**

  • 5-7 years of experience in government affairs, public affairs, public policy, or a related field, ideally within the technology, e-commerce, travel sectors, or governmental organizations.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and data presentation skills, along with strong interpersonal communication. Proficiency in English is required; additional regional language skills are a plus.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing government affairs strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
  • Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage and nurture both new and existing partnerships.
  • Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to advance several projects simultaneously.
  • Leadership qualities with the ability to work independently and represent Agoda in government engagements, industry associations, or chambers of commerce.
  • Ability to deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with company priorities.
  • Experience in working with external consultants, leading thought leadership, and developing government partnership projects.
  • A collaborative, low-ego approach that aligns with Agoda's flat, open structures.
  • A bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, international relations, law, policy communications, or international political economy is required; an advanced degree is preferred.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

We pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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