U.C. Berkeley LeadEx Fellow

The Asia Foundation•San Francisco, CA

2d•$40•Hybrid

About The Position

The Asia Foundation [https://asiafoundation.org/] (TAF) is an international nonprofit organization working to solve the toughest social and economic challenges in Asia and the Pacific. Informed by more than 70 years of experience and deep local knowledge, we work with partners across more than 20 countries through 17 offices to improve lives and expand opportunities.  The Asia Foundation is an experienced leader in delivering programs in some of the most dynamic and complex settings across Asia and the Pacific. Our programs [https://asiafoundation.org/programs] improve local, national, and regional governance and economies, upskill workers, promote peace and stability, counter transnational crime, and strengthen resource management. Our work in Asia and the Pacific requires more than sound ideas and strategies — it requires people. The Asia Foundation has long invested in the human capital needed for societies across Asia and the Pacific to thrive. The Leadership & Exchange (LeadEx) [https://asiafoundation.org/programs/education-and-leadership/leadex/]programs cultivate creative, inspired, and transformative next-generation leaders, facilitate meaningful professional exchanges, and strengthen international and cross-cultural understanding. By engaging diverse leaders across disciplines, sectors, and country contexts, LeadEx builds the networks and vision needed to drive lasting change. LeadEx is responsible for the design and administration of the Asia Foundation Development Fellows program, the LeadNext Fellows Program, the Young Asian Diplomats Program, the Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship in Asian Art, the William P. Fuller Fellowship in Peacebuilding Program, the Luce Scholars program, and more. The unit is also responsible for the ongoing design and implementation of highly customized exchange programs for groups and individuals in support of Asia Foundation country office objectives. The LeadEx program team in San Francisco seeks a U.C. Berkeley LeadEx Fellow to provide key programmatic and administrative support for its flagship leadership development and exchange programs.

Requirements

Applicants for this LeadEx Fellow position must be currently enrolled or recent graduates of the University of California Berkeley
Previous administrative experience in supporting program and policy-related activities, event-planning functions, and outreach and communication strategies
Experience interacting with individuals from diverse countries and background
Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Familiarity with apps and tools for research, outreach, and administrative workflow are highly desirable
Ability to gracefully handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet all deadlines
Ability to work independently and under pressure, as well as part of a team and with diverse staff
Demonstrated initiative and creative problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in an international development organization, policy organization, non-profit, or government office, particularly those focused on Asia, also a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with TAF Country Office staff and support the selection, onboarding, visa procurement, and travel arrangement processes for the 2026 LeadNext Fellows [https://asiafoundation.org/programs/education-and-leadership/leadex/leadnext-ambassadors-for-a-global-future/] program
Provide logistical support for the 2026 LeadNext Fellows program including: support during virtual sessions in July and August; support during the in-person Summit in the San Francisco Bay Area in September 2026; documenting and curating photos; support with evaluation reports
Support the onboarding and implementation of the 2026 Margaret F. Williams Fellowship in Asian Art [https://asiafoundation.org/programs/education-and-leadership/leadex/fellowship-programs/#williams], presented in partnership with the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco including housing arrangements and move-in support for their program residence, liaising with fellows over the course of their summer fellowship
Support program planning and preparations for the San Francisco Bay Area program for the Asia Foundation Development Fellows [https://asiafoundation.org/programs/education-and-leadership/leadex/asia-foundation-development-fellows/] in October 2026, and help to prepare materials for the launch of the application cycle for the 2027 Development Fellows program
Support in all stages of application preparation and review and program launch for the 2026 William P. Fuller Fellowship in Peacebuilding [https://asiafoundation.org/programs/education-and-leadership/leadex/fellowship-programs/#fuller]
Assist with the drafting, editing, and updating of program descriptions and updates
Support in preparing requests for payment and draft letters of agreement, amendments, and other program-related financial documents
Support with the preparation of webinars, and other events involving international grantees and participants
Help with the design of materials for social media and program promotion, including newsletters and impact reports
Support with outreach to various Fellowship program alumni to update grantee records, and capture stories of accomplishment and impact
Help identify potential funding opportunities to support ongoing programs, and design materials to support outreach and funding proposals
Support the application launch of 2027 LeadEx programs through preparing promotional materials, outreach, and supporting application systems and processes
Occasional travel in the San Francisco Bay area may be necessary