The Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia invites applications from suitably qualified Malaysian citizens for the following position(s):
- Fellow – Climate, Environment and Energy
- Fellow – Foreign Policy and Security Studies
- Fellow – Social Policy and National Integration
- Senior Analyst – Economics, Trade and Regional Integration
- Analyst – Climate, Environment and Energy
- Senior Researcher – Cyber and Technology Policy
- Researcher – Climate, Environment and Energy
- Researcher – Foreign Policy and Security Studies
- Researcher – Economics, Trade and Regional Integration
- Senior Communication Executive
- Communication Executive
- Senior Public Affairs Executive
- Public Affairs Executive
Join ISIS Malaysia’s climate, energy and environment (CEE) team as a Fellow, where you will lead impactful research and events on critical issues in environmental sustainability and climate change, including energy transition, green economy and natural resource management. This role involves managing projects, overseeing junior researchers, and participating in Track-Two diplomacy and policy dialogues. You’ll focus on advancing policy analysis, identifying emerging trends, evaluating solutions and contributing to decision-making processes. If you’re ready to make a difference in environmental policy, we’d love to hear from you!
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Lead independent research and analyses on various issues and policy matters related to environmental sustainability and climate change, including but not limited to energy transition, green economy and natural resources management.
- Lead research initiatives based on the team’s priorities and emerging issues.
- Publications and outputs
- Lead and contribute to the development of research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Ensure timely production of research for both national and international publications, as well as internal research projects and policy papers.
- Engage in media outreach, providing expert insight.
- Project management
- Secure and manage research or consultancy projects, including serving as the lead expert, liaising with clients and stakeholders, overseeing teams, coordinating activities and ensuring successful delivery of outputs.
- Lead major events, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars or forums on relevant issues.
- Play a coordinating role in relevant networks to ensure smooth collaboration and event execution.
- Administrative and other responsibilities
- Assist in preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations for senior leadership.
- Participate in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts, as well as in key regional and national policy dialogues.
- Guide and manage junior staff and interns, supporting capacity building within the team.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- Advanced degree in environmental and climate change studies, public policy, or a related field and discipline from a recognised university.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 7-9 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Experience in project management is highly advantageous.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proven track record of publications related to environmental issues or public policy, including working papers, policy briefs and newspaper articles.
- Established areas of specialisations or interests in environment and sustainability issues, including climate change, energy transition, natural resources management, biodiversity, governance, and green economy, among others.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Strong communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with multi-disciplinary approaches, such as economics, social studies or political science, and experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods are a plus.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Lead independent research and analyses on foreign policy and the political and socio-economic developments in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand.
- Lead research initiatives based on the team’s priorities and emerging issues.
- Publications and outputs
- Lead and contribute to the development of research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Ensure timely production of research for both national and international publications, as well as internal research projects and policy papers.
- Engage in media outreach, providing expert insight.
- Project management
- Secure and manage research or consultancy projects, including serving as the lead expert, liaising with clients and stakeholders, overseeing teams, coordinating activities and ensuring successful delivery of outputs.
- Lead major events, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars or forums on relevant issues.
- Play a coordinating role in relevant networks to ensure smooth collaboration and event execution.
- Administrative and other responsibilities
- Assist in preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations for senior leadership.
- Participate in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts, as well as in key regional and national policy dialogues.
- Guide and manage junior staff and interns, supporting capacity building within the team.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- Advanced degree in international relations, politics, security studies, history or a related field from a recognised university.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 7-9 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proven track record of publications in international relations, politics, security, history or public policy, including working papers, policy briefs and newspaper articles.
- Established areas of specialisations or interests in Southeast Asia’s political and socio-economic developments, particularly Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand.
- Excellent written and oral English. Proficiency in other languages, such as Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia, Thai or Tagalog, is a strong advantage.
- Strong communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with multi-disciplinary approaches, such as economics or political science, and experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods are a plus.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Lead independent research and analyses on various issues and policy matters related to social inclusion and resilience, including but not limited to gender, labour, youth, migrants, poverty and urban planning.
- Lead research initiatives based on the team’s priorities and emerging issues.
- Publications and outputs
- Lead and contribute to the development of research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Ensure timely production of research for both national and international publications, as well as internal research projects and policy papers.
- Engage in media outreach, providing expert insight.
- Project management
- Secure and manage research or consultancy projects, including serving as the lead expert, liaising with clients and stakeholders, overseeing teams, coordinating activities and ensuring successful delivery of outputs.
- Lead major events, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars or forums on social issues.
- Play a coordinating role in relevant networks to ensure smooth collaboration and event execution.
- Administrative and other responsibilities
- Assist in preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations for senior leadership.
- Participate in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts, as well as in key regional and national policy dialogues.
- Guide and manage junior staff and interns, supporting capacity building within the team.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- Advanced degree in political science, public policy, social science or a related discipline that provides a foundational understanding of social issues and policies from a recognised university.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 7-9 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Experience in project management is highly advantageous.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Proven track record of publications related to social issues or public policy, including working papers, policy briefs and newspaper articles.
- Established areas of specialisations or interests in social inclusion and resilience issues, including gender, labour, youth, migrants, poverty, and urban planning, among others.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Strong communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Conduct independent research and analyses on economic policy matters and trends, providing expert insight.
- Lead research initiatives based on the team’s priorities and emerging issues.
- Contribute to institute-wide capacity-building efforts related to using applied research methods for policy analysis.
- Publications and outputs
- Lead and contribute to the development of research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Ensure timely production of research for both national and international publications, as well as internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Propose, lead and manage research or consultancy projects, including serving as the lead expert, liaising with clients and stakeholders, coordinating activities and ensuring timely delivery of outputs.
- Plan and organise major events, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars or forums on economic issues.
- Play a coordinating role in relevant networks to ensure smooth collaboration and event execution.
- Administrative and other responsibilities
- Assist in preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations for senior leadership.
- Participate in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Mentor assigned junior staff and interns, guiding their development and contribution to the team.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- Advanced degree in economics or a related field from a recognised university. Coursework in quantitative empirical research methods and/or applied economics is preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 5-7 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, including demonstrated experience with statistical analysis software or languages (e.g. Stata, R, Python).
- Track record of publications related to economics or public policy, including working papers, policy briefs and newspaper articles.
- Established areas of specialisations or interests within economics and public policy.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Strong communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Conduct independent research and analyses on issues related to the environment, climate change and sustainability.
- Monitor relevant global, regional and national developments regularly.
- Contribute to the team’s research agenda, proposing and participating in policy-relevant projects.
- Publications and outputs
- Produce timely research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Contribute to national and international publications.
- Contribute to internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Manage and coordinate activities and delivery of outputs for research or consultancy projects, including liaising with clients and stakeholders.
- Propose and organise events, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars, forums and meetings on environmental, climate change and sustainability issues.
- Support coordination in relevant networks.
- Administrative and additional responsibilities
- Provide research assistance to the Chief Executive, Director of Research and team lead, including preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations.
- Engage in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Handle other tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- Advanced degree in sustainability, climate change or a related field from a recognised university.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Experience in project management, as well as in research and consultancy projects, is highly advantageous.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Track record of publications related to sustainability or public policy, including working papers, policy briefs and newspaper articles.
- Established areas of specialisations or interests within climate and environmental policy and strategic planning.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Willingness to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Conduct independent research and analyses on various issues of interest and policy matters related to cyber and technology, and other areas as needed.
- Provide research support, including data collection, analysis and editing on topics defined by the team lead.
- Monitor relevant global, regional and national developments regularly.
- Propose and participate in policy-relevant projects.
- Publications and outputs
- Produce timely research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Contribute to national and international publications.
- Assist in internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Manage individual research projects and assist with other projects as needed.
- Support event planning, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars, forums and meetings on cyber and technology issues, and other areas as needed.
- Support activities and delivery of outputs for research or consultancy projects, including liaising with clients and stakeholders.
- Administrative and additional responsibilities
- Provide research assistance to the Chief Executive, Director of Research and team lead, including preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations.
- Perform rapporteur duties for events.
- Engage in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Handle other tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in international relations, security studies or a related field from a recognised university; an advanced degree is preferred.
- Applicants with other academic backgrounds and relevant professional experience are also encouraged to apply.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Existing areas of interest within cyber and technology policy.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Willingness to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to apply multi-disciplinary approaches, such as those from social sciences and information technology, is an advantage.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Conduct independent research and analyses on issues related to the environment, climate change and sustainability.
- Provide research support, including data collection, analysis and editing on topics defined by the team lead.
- Monitor relevant global, regional and national developments regularly.
- Propose and participate in policy-relevant projects.
- Publications and outputs
- Produce timely research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Contribute to national and international publications.
- Assist in internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Manage individual research projects and assist with other projects as needed.
- Support event planning, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars, forums and meetings on environmental, climate change and sustainability issues.
- Support activities and delivery of outputs for research or consultancy projects, including liaising with clients and stakeholders.
- Administrative and additional responsibilities
- Provide research assistance to the Chief Executive, Director of Research and team lead, including preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations.
- Perform rapporteur duties for events.
- Engage in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Handle other tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in sustainability or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 1-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Experience in project management, as well as in research and consultancy projects, is highly advantageous.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Existing areas of interest within climate and environmental policy and strategic planning.
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Willingness to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Provide research support, including data collection, analysis and editing, on foreign policy and the political and socio-economic developments in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand, as well as other topics defined by the team lead.
- Monitor relevant global, regional and national developments regularly.
- Propose and participate in policy-relevant projects.
- Publications and outputs
- Produce timely research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations as assigned.
- Contribute to national and international publications.
- Assist in internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Manage individual research projects and assist with other projects as needed.
- Support event planning, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars, forums and meetings on cyber and technology issues, and other areas as needed.
- Support activities and delivery of outputs for research or consultancy projects, including liaising with clients and stakeholders.
- Administrative and additional responsibilities
- Provide research assistance to the Chief Executive, Director of Research and team lead, including preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations.
- Perform rapporteur duties for events.
- Engage in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Handle other tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in international relations, politics, security studies, history or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree would be a bonus.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 1-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Demonstrable interest in, and knowledge of, Southeast Asia’s political and socio-economic developments, particularly Indonesia, the Philippines or Thailand.
- Excellent written and oral English. Proficiency in other languages, such as Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia, Thai or Tagalog, is a strong advantage.
- Effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Willingness to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with multi-disciplinary approaches, such as economics or political science, and experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods are a plus.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Key responsibilities
- Research focus and activities
- Conduct independent research and analyses on various issues of interest and policy matters related to economics.
- Provide research support, including data collection, analysis and editing on topics defined by the team lead.
- Assist in institute-wide capacity-building efforts related to using applied research methods for policy analysis.
- Monitor relevant global, regional and national developments regularly.
- Propose and participate in policy-relevant projects.
- Publications and outputs
- Produce timely research outputs, including policy briefs, op-eds, academic papers and presentations.
- Contribute to national and international publications.
- Assist in internal research projects and policy papers.
- Project management
- Manage individual research projects and assist with other projects as needed.
- Support event planning, such as conferences, roundtables, seminars, forums and meetings on economic issues.
- Support activities and delivery of outputs for research or consultancy projects, including liaising with clients and stakeholders.
- Administrative and additional responsibilities
- Provide research assistance to the Chief Executive, Director of Research and team lead, including preparing high-level speeches, lectures and presentations.
- Perform rapporteur duties for events.
- Engage in ISIS Malaysia’s Track-Two diplomacy activities, visits and events with international and regional counterparts.
- Handle other tasks assigned by the team lead and management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in economics or a related field from a recognised university, with a preference for an advanced degree. Coursework in quantitative empirical research methods and/or applied economics is also preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 1-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in public policy and research.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong policy research and writing skills.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and some experience with statistical analysis software or languages (e.g. Stata, R, Python).
- Existing areas of interest within economics and public policy (e.g. international trade, development, jobs, inclusive growth).
- Excellent written and oral English, and proficient in written and oral Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Willingness to organise and facilitate policy dialogues and roundtable discussions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
The Senior Communication Executive will shape ISIS Malaysia’s communication strategies by leading content creation and management in line with the organisation’s brand philosophy. This role includes ensuring messaging consistency across digital platforms, managing content marketing campaigns, overseeing podcast and multimedia production, and driving thought leadership through media engagement. Additionally, the executive will plan strategic campaigns to promote key research findings, enhancing the organisation’s reach and influence through innovative digital strategies.
Key responsibilities
- Content creation and management
- Lead content planning, writing and editing to ensure clarity, coherence and alignment with the organisation’s brand philosophy.
- Oversee consistent messaging across web, mobile and social platforms.
- Manage content marketing campaigns to increase visibility, reach and engagement.
- Implement advanced SEO strategies to enhance search engine rankings and drive organic traffic.
- Identify and foster strategic partnerships to expand brand exposure and deepen engagement with target audiences.
- Social media management
- Craft and convey complex policy and research insights in written, spoken, multimedia and social media formats.
- Engage with users, communities and audiences across platforms in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.
- Monitor and analyse engagement metrics, adjusting strategies to optimise performance.
- Track platform metrics using social media management tools to assess effectiveness and adapt campaigns.
- Manage multiple social media accounts from a single dashboard, ensuring streamlined operations.
- Podcast and multimedia production
- Lead the creation of podcasts, from ideation and scripting to production and promotion, showcasing key research findings or policy discussions.
- Oversee video production for social media, website and other platforms, using impactful storytelling to communicate research activities.
- Thought leadership and media engagement
- Drive thought leadership by engaging with external media outlets, positioning the organisation as a leading voice on relevant issues.
- Develop media kits and foster editorial partnerships to gain wider coverage for think-tank publications and events.
- Strategic campaigns and digital innovation
- Plan and execute campaigns that promote major research findings and initiatives.
- Explore and integrate new digital platforms (e.g. webinars, live streams) to expand audience reach and engagement.
- Perform any other task as required by management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- Relevant certifications in digital marketing, content strategy, or public relations are advantageous.
- Work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in content creation, social media management and digital marketing.
- Experience in project management and working with research or consultancy teams as well as leading multimedia production and photography projects is a plus.
- Key/technical competencies
- Exceptional communication skills, including advanced writing, editing, storytelling and presentation abilities.
- Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
- Deep understanding of SEO principles and content strategy best practices.
- Expertise in social media management tools and analytics platforms, with a track record of improving engagement and reach.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Creative thinker with a strong eye for detail and a passion for innovative storytelling.
- Advanced analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive strategic decisions and enhance content effectiveness.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Communication Executive to join our team. In this role, you will assist with content creation, manage social media accounts, promote events and support multimedia production. You’ll collaborate with internal teams to maintain consistent brand messaging and help drive engagement across various platforms. If you have 1-3 years of experience in digital marketing, strong writing and editing skills, and are fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a dynamic team shaping meaningful communication strategies.
Key responsibilities
- Content creation and support
- Assist in creating, editing and proofreading content for social media, website and publications.
- Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication materials.
- Collaborate with internal teams to produce content that aligns with the organisation’s voice and objectives.
- Social media management
- Manage the day-to-day operations of social media accounts, including scheduling posts, monitoring engagement and responding to comments.
- Support the creation of multimedia content (e.g. graphics, videos) to enhance engagement.
- Analyse social media performance metrics and prepare reports to track results and recommend improvements.
- Use networking tools to manage multiple social media accounts from a single dashboard.
- Event promotion
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to promote think-tank events via various communication channels.
- Assist in creating content for promotional materials, such as banners, invitations and social media posts.
- Media relations support
- Assist in drafting press releases, coordinating media outreach and managing media lists.
- Help organise media briefings and maintain communication with journalists.
- Website management
- Support in updating website content to keep it current and relevant.
- Assist in monitoring website traffic and implementing basic SEO improvements.
- Podcast and multimedia production
- Assist with podcast and video scheduling, scripting and content preparation.
- Provide support for editing, production and ensuring timely delivery of multimedia content.
- Promote podcasts and videos on social media and websites.
- Manage post-production tasks, such as transcription and creation of promotional snippets.
- Perform any other task as required by management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 1-3 years of experience in content creation, social media management and digital marketing.
- Experience with multimedia production and photography is a plus.
- Key/technical competencies
- Excellent communication skills, including exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and presentation abilities.
- Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences.
- Strong understanding of SEO principles and content strategy best practices.
- Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics platforms.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to inform content strategies.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Join ISIS Malaysia as a Senior Public Affairs Executive and play a key role in shaping the organisation’s public profile, fostering strategic partnerships, and driving impactful collaborations with government, corporate and public stakeholders. This position is essential to supporting our research initiatives and ensuring financial sustainability through effective relationship management and public affairs strategies. If you are a proactive, results-oriented professional with a passion for public policy and corporate relations, we invite you to apply. Help us grow our network and advance our mission of promoting informed dialogue and policy research.
Key responsibilities
- Strategic partnership development
- Identify, cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, corporate entities and other stakeholders to secure support for research initiatives.
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with government and corporate representatives through regular communication, meetings and networking events.
- Develop and implement comprehensive public affairs strategies to enhance the organisation’s influence and reach.
- Stakeholder engagement
- Serve as a liaison between ISIS Malaysia and key stakeholders, including policymakers, media and the public.
- Represent the organisation at meetings, conferences, forums and industry events, promoting ISIS Malaysia’s mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored proposals and pitches to stakeholders.
- Work with internal teams to deliver on partnership commitments and ensure excellent service to partners.
- Public affairs and corporate relations strategy
- Contribute to the development of public affairs and corporate relations strategies in alignment with organisational objectives.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop marketing materials, press releases and digital content highlighting partnerships.
- Monitor industry trends and identify emerging opportunities for collaboration.
- Partnerships and funding
- Assist in identifying and securing financial support from donors, sponsors and collaborators.
- Contribute to the preparation of proposals and presentations for partnership opportunities and funding requests.
- Support fundraising and revenue goals through outreach and relationship-building with public and corporate partners.
- Monitor sponsorship agreements to ensure compliance and fulfilment of agreed-upon benefits.
- Explore new approaches to diversify funding sources and enhance revenue opportunities.
- Performance tracking and reporting
- Track and analyse key performance metrics related to partnerships and revenue generation.
- Prepare regular progress reports, impact assessments and presentations for internal stakeholders and partners.
- Maintain accurate records of contacts, interactions and contributions in the organisation’s database.
- Event support
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth event logistics.
- Provide on-site support during events, helping with guest management and addressing any issues or concerns that may arise.
- Perform any other task as required by management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in public relations, communications, political science, or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Applicants with different academic qualifications, accompanied by relevant professional experiences, are also encouraged to apply.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, corporate communications, business development, or a related role, preferably within the non-profit or think-tank sector.
- Proven track record of developing and managing strategic partnerships and public affairs initiatives.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport, negotiate effectively, influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation abilities in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Understanding of the public policy landscape, corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices and current trends in public affairs.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Highly organised with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with event management tools is a plus.
- Flexibility to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
Are you passionate about public relations and building strategic partnerships? ISIS Malaysia is seeking a motivated Public Affairs Executive to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development and management of relationships with government agencies, corporate entities and key stakeholders. You will also help execute public affairs strategies, assist with securing funding for research initiatives, and represent the organisation at meetings, events and conferences. If you’re a proactive communicator with a passion for influencing public policy and promoting meaningful collaboration, we encourage you to apply.
Key responsibilities
- Strategic partnership development
- Identify and assist in managing partnerships with government, corporate, and other key stakeholders.
- Support efforts to foster strong relationships with government representatives, corporate partners, and collaborators.
- Assist in the development and execution of public affairs strategies to increase ISIS Malaysia’s visibility and reach.
- Stakeholder engagement
- Act as a liaison between ISIS Malaysia and key external stakeholders, including policymakers, media and the public.
- Represent the organisation at meetings, events and conferences.
- Collaborate with internal teams to tailor proposals and deliver partnership benefits.
- Public affairs strategy support
- Contribute to the creation and implementation of public affairs and corporate relations strategies in line with the organisation’s goals.
- Work with the communications team to develop materials such as press releases and digital content for public affairs initiatives.
- Partnerships and funding support
- Assist in identifying funding opportunities from donors, sponsors and collaborators.
- Contribute to the preparation of proposals and presentations for sponsorship and funding opportunities.
- Help track sponsorship agreements and ensure compliance with partnership commitments.
- Performance tracking and reporting
- Track partnership performance and assist in preparing reports for internal stakeholders and partners.
- Maintain accurate records of contacts, interactions and partnership data.
- Event support
- Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate event logistics.
- Provide on-site event support, assisting with guest management and resolving issues as they arise.
- Perform any other task as required by management.
Job requirements
- Academic qualification
- A degree in public relations, communications, political science, or a related field from a recognised university. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Professional/other certifications
- None required.
- Work experience
- 1-3 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, corporate communications, or a related field.
- Experience in stakeholder management and partnership development is highly advantageous.
- Key/technical competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation abilities in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
- Ability to contribute to strategic planning and public affairs initiatives.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and project management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with event management tools is a plus.
- Flexibility to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
This position is for a fixed term of two years, inclusive of a 6-month probation, and will be considered for renewal at the end of the contract.
Application
Candidates should email the following documents to hr@isis.org.my:
- A cover letter, explaining their suitability for the role in one page.
- A curriculum vitae or resume (with two academic and/or work references), not exceeding three pages.
*This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those applicants selected for an interview and skill assessment test will receive a reply.
