Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for CCA

The Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs (DSG CCA) assists the Secretary-General in leading the Community and Corporate Affairs Department, overseeing multiple directorates and divisions to ensure effective implementation of corporate support functions and alignment with ASEAN's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the functions of Directorates and Divisions of the Department, managing implementation of corporate support functions including core corporate and community services, ensuring prioritisation and alignment to policy objectives.
• Represent the ASEAN Secretariat at external meetings relating to the mandate and priorities of the Secretariat including Senior Officials Meetings, Ministerial Meetings and other key policy decision committees.
• Provide recommendations on matters of strategic and policy significance and input to relevant meetings to facilitate decision-making.
• Manage external relationships and develop a network of contacts within ASEAN bodies and Regional and International Organisations to facilitate the work of ASEC.
• Contribute to the collective leadership of the Secretariat and model the Secretary-General’s publicly stated Core Principles.
• Advise the Secretary-General on requested matters and liaise with other Deputy Secretaries-General to ensure policy and operational consistency.
• Fulfil responsibilities as a member of ASEC’s Executive Committee (EXCOM) and represent EXCOM positions to CCA staff.
• Ensure effective communication of EXCOM decisions to CCA staff and act as Officer-in-Charge of ASEC when requested.
• Establish and maintain appropriate governance frameworks for ASEC, providing guidance to Directors and monitoring compliance with regulations and policies.
• Oversee corporate development of ASEC, monitor effectiveness of systems and procedures, initiate reviews, and provide guidance on resource mobilization and professional development.
• Provide leadership aligning Department activities with ASEC’s mandate, set performance goals, communicate directions, motivate staff, and exercise disciplinary actions as needed.
• Direct, guide and manage Directorates and Divisions, monitor progress, assess performance, address shortcomings, and prioritize work in response to emerging issues.
• Promote collaboration among Directorates and Divisions, set objectives, develop work plans, and ensure mechanisms for effective response to ASEC requirements.
• Ensure continuing professional development through performance management, coaching, counselling, and appraisal of subordinates.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in one of the following disciplines: Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration/Business Management, International Relations, Law, Corporate Communications, or related disciplines.
• At least fifteen (15) years of experience with a proven track record in government, inter-governmental, international organization, and/or multi-national organization.
• Experience in dealing with a wide spectrum of corporate planning and developmental co-operation both in regional and international environment.
• A solid understanding of international and regional issues, and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals.
• High-level ability to lead and motivate staff in a dynamic, multi-cultural and demanding environment.
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
• High-level ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with government representatives, public and private sector organisations and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to consultative and collaborative approaches and work practices.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
• Familiarity with diplomatic practices and protocol and willingness to travel frequently on short notice.
• The age limit for each applicant shall not be more than 57 years old. ASEAN Secretariat Staff shall not be retained in active service beyond the age of 60 years.

Skills

• Public Administration
• Public Policy
• Business Administration
• International Relations
• Law
• Corporate Communications
• Government Relations
• Inter-governmental Cooperation
• International Organization Experience
• Multi-national Organization Experience
• Corporate Planning
• Developmental Cooperation
• Regional Issues Knowledge
• ASEAN Ideals Knowledge
• People Leadership
• Intercultural Negotiation
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communications Skills
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Diplomatic Practice
• Protocol Familiarity

Languages

English