MCH is looking for a Program Director deadline 13.06.26
MCH is looking for a Program Director to join our team. This will be a new position in the MCH team structure, which we are reviewing and reinforcing as we kick off our next five year strategy. The selected Program Director will be responsible for multi-year and annual program planning, setting the direction and allocating human and financial resources to ensure we deliver high quality programs, aligned to our strategy and tailored to the needs of our core stakeholders – grassroots artists and cultural organisations in Asia. The Program Director will also play an important and active role in building partnerships with other organisations working in arts, development, higher education/ research and human rights, whose work connects to our community and its ecosystem, as well as representing MCH and our network in public platforms and professional networks.
The role will require travel within Asia 3-4 times per year.
The Program Director will be part of a small and dynamic team, who are very dedicated to the work that we do. MCH’s purpose is oriented around the community of Fellows and grassroots organisations in its network, and this guides all of our decision-making. We are looking for a Program Director who has experience working with grassroots, independent, creatives – whether artists or organisers – working for social change. The Director does not need to be a professional expert in the arts but must have a strong interest in the arts and be motivated by working with and for creatives.
The Director should have experience in planning, budgeting, and decision making. MCH has a highly collaborative working culture, with regular reflection, learning and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone who has a strong sense of direction but is open to changing course in response to the needs and opportunities of our community.
Key information
| Position title: | Program Director |
| Contract conditions: | Full time, fully remote (office space available if in Phnom Penh, Taipei or Chiang Mai), salary range $2,200-$2,500 (subject to location) |
| Eligibility: | Asian citizen, resident in Southeast Asia, with at least 5 years program management experience in a relevant context |
| Deadline for applications | 13th January 2026 |
To apply please send a cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining your interest in the role and why you think it’s a good fit for you based on the job description provided above. Please send your letter, along with your CV / resume, to info@mekongculturalhub.org. Offers will be subject to reference checks.
Closing date: January 13th 2026, 6pm ICT (GMT+ 7)
If you have any questions about the role or the application process we will be really pleased to hear from you, and are happy to arrange an informal conversation if it will help. Please don’t hesitate to reach us on the email address above if you would like to discuss anything or to set up an informal conversation to help you decide if you want to apply.