Position Title: Executive Director, WMF in China

Reports to: Chief Representative, World Monuments Fund (USA) Beijing Representative Office

Location: Beijing, PRC

This position must have the right to work and live in the PRC

Position Summary

World Monuments Fund (WMF) is seeking an Executive Director for its Beijing Representative Office. This position will lead the day-to-day operations of this ambitious office to safeguard irreplaceable heritage in the People’s Republic of China as detailed in WMF’s regional strategic plan, aligning with and supporting World Monuments Fund in its global mission. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for a creative and energetic leader to make a real difference in the conservation of extraordinary historic buildings, landscapes, and monuments and to the people who care for them.

We are looking for someone who will take the lead on operating and managing this new office, under the direction of the Chief Representative of WMF’s Beijing Representative Office. Candidates should have a proven track record as a big-picture and creative thinker with the vision and skills to successfully support heritage conservation projects executed by experienced regional project directors through communications, advocacy, and partnership building. This role will oversee the daily operations of WMF’s Representative Office in Beijing; manage relationships with government officials, leading supporters, and stakeholders; oversee external communications in China; and organize events; while keeping the Chief Representative and WMF Headquarters (WMF HQ) apprised of all activities. Flexibility and nimbleness to respond to needs and challenges as they emerge is critical, ensuring a balance of big picture strategic planning and carefully crafted deliverables is maintained.

This position will report to the Chief Representative of WMF’s Beijing Representative Office and will be supported by an Office Manager. This position will meet regularly with the Executive Vice President of WMF.