Program Manager, Outreach & Audiences
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for AI literacy and digital skills grows, companies like Openai are scaling their outreach efforts. With a 25% increase in AI-focused roles in the past year, professionals with program management and content development skills are in high demand. Openai stands out for its commitment to making AI accessible and beneficial to all. Before applying, candidates should understand the importance of cultural relevance in programming and content creation. With the right skills and passion, this role can be a catalyst for meaningful impact in the Asia Pacific region.
Job Description
About the Role
The Program Manager, Outreach & Audiences, will play a pivotal role in expanding Openai's flagship initiatives, OpenAI Academy and OpenAI Forum, across the Asia Pacific region. This role entails designing, localizing, and executing programming that resonates with diverse APAC communities, identifying and building partnerships, and producing thoughtful content that connects OpenAI's mission to key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, creative, and mission-driven, with a passion for AI literacy, digital skills, education, or the societal impacts of emerging technologies.As part of the outreach and audience engagement team, the Program Manager will support the Director in day-to-day execution, ensuring that all programming is culturally relevant and locally informed. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to making AI accessible and beneficial to all.
What You Will Do
- Support the design, localization, and execution of programming for OpenAI Academy and OpenAI Forum across the Asia Pacific region.
- Coordinate virtual and in-person events, workshops, and discussions, ensuring programming is culturally relevant and locally informed.
- Manage timelines, guest communications, vendors, travel, and follow-ups for regional activations.
- Track KPIs, participant feedback, and performance metrics, and provide regular reporting across initiatives.
- Brainstorm session topics, regional speakers, and narrative formats tailored to APAC audiences for Academy courses and Forum discussions.
- Support development of clear, accessible written materials such as discussion guides, course outlines, and event summaries.
- Amplify Academy and Forum content via blog posts, social media, and public events.
- Gather and synthesize feedback from participants and partners to shape future programming.
- Support outreach to educators, nonprofits, industry groups, and public-sector stakeholders across APAC.
- Collaborate with design and communications teams to create engaging content.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience leading or coordinating high-impact programs with multiple stakeholders, ideally across different countries or regions.
- Background in program or project management, ideally in content, education, policy, or public engagement.
- Strong creative instincts and comfort generating ideas for sessions, speakers, and content formats that resonate across cultures.
- Basic video editing skills and ability to collaborate with production and regional creative partners.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage cross-border logistics.
- Strong writing and editing skills; able to communicate clearly and concisely, including with international audiences.
- Passion for Openai's mission and interest in AI literacy, digital skills, education, or the societal impacts of emerging technologies.
- Familiarity with instructional design, public affairs, or community-building.
- Experience organizing events or workshops.
- Comfort with tools like Notion, Descript, Final Cut, or Figma.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in the Asia Pacific region or with APAC communities.
- Knowledge of multiple languages spoken in the Asia Pacific region.
- Experience with data analysis and performance metrics tracking.
- Certification in project management or a related field.
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to making AI accessible and beneficial to all.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
- Access to the latest tools and technologies in the field of AI and digital skills.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your program management and content development skills, particularly in the context of AI literacy and digital skills.
- Highlight your experience working with international audiences and your ability to create culturally relevant content.
- Be prepared to discuss your understanding of the Asia Pacific region and your ideas for expanding Openai's initiatives in this context.
- Familiarize yourself with Openai's mission and values, and be ready to explain how your skills and experience align with these.
- Practice your video editing skills and be prepared to provide examples of your work.
- Research the current landscape of AI literacy and digital skills in the Asia Pacific region and come prepared with thoughtful questions for the interviewer.
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