Senior Strategic Program Manager
| Organisation Name | ProVeg China |
| Location | China: Shanghai or Beijing (hybrid) |
| Date Posted | 2025-09-12 |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Number | 1379470 |
- Accelerate innovation & commercialization of alternative proteins in China
- Suits project managers from food science, nutrition, biotech or related fields
- Shanghai/Beijing-based, native-level Mandarin & China work permit a must
The Organisation:
ProVeg China is a US-incorporated subsidiary of ProVeg International, a food awareness nonprofit organisation, working to transform the global food system by replacing animal-based products with plant-based and cultured alternatives. ProVeg works with decision-making bodies, companies, investors, the media, and the public to help the world transition to a society and economy that is less reliant on animal agriculture and more sustainable for all humans, animals, and our planet.
ProVeg has offices in fifteen countries, across five continents, and is a recipient of the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award. The organisation has permanent observer status with the UNFCCC, special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is accredited by the UN Environment Program.
Benefits & Culture
The Role
As Senior Strategic Program Manager, you will independently design, lead, and deliver high-impact programs that accelerate the development and commercialization of alternative proteins in China—including plant-based, fermentation-derived, and cultivated solutions.
Working closely with the Executive Director and ProVeg’s international teams, you’ll strengthen the organization’s presence in China’s food innovation landscape and position ProVeg as a trusted convener across government, academia, research and industry. This is a highly autonomous role, ideal for a proactive manager with the ability to build coalitions and drive complex programs from concept through to execution.
Other key priorities are to:
Skills Required
We’re looking for a senior professional who combines technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder engagement skills. You will bring:
If ProVeg China’s mission resonates with you, and you would like to leverage your program management experience to transform food systems and advocate for sustainable alternatives, please submit your resume and cover letter, addressing the skills required, quoting #1379470. Alternatively call Judith Marks at NGO Recruitment in Sydney, Australia on +61 (0)2 8243 0570. To request a full information pack please email: officeadministrator@ngorecruitment.com (no applications here please).
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.
ProVeg China is a US-incorporated subsidiary of ProVeg International, a food awareness nonprofit organisation, working to transform the global food system by replacing animal-based products with plant-based and cultured alternatives. ProVeg works with decision-making bodies, companies, investors, the media, and the public to help the world transition to a society and economy that is less reliant on animal agriculture and more sustainable for all humans, animals, and our planet.
ProVeg has offices in fifteen countries, across five continents, and is a recipient of the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award. The organisation has permanent observer status with the UNFCCC, special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is accredited by the UN Environment Program.
Benefits & Culture
- Harness the enormous potential of food system transformation in China
- Opportunities to represent a pioneering organisation in influential forums and networks
- A meaningful, mission-aligned role at the forefront of global food system transformation
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture, professional development opportunities and benefits
- Flexible working conditions and wellbeing focused culture
The Role
As Senior Strategic Program Manager, you will independently design, lead, and deliver high-impact programs that accelerate the development and commercialization of alternative proteins in China—including plant-based, fermentation-derived, and cultivated solutions.
Working closely with the Executive Director and ProVeg’s international teams, you’ll strengthen the organization’s presence in China’s food innovation landscape and position ProVeg as a trusted convener across government, academia, research and industry. This is a highly autonomous role, ideal for a proactive manager with the ability to build coalitions and drive complex programs from concept through to execution.
Other key priorities are to:
- Design and implement strategic programs that advance alternative protein innovation and commercialization
- Foster strong relationships with central government to transform food systems
- Develop trusted partnerships with research bodies, universities, industry associations, and food/biotech leaders
- Represent ProVeg at high-level conferences, policy roundtables, and industry summits
- Partner with global ProVeg teams to amplify visibility, track impact, and share success stories
Skills Required
We’re looking for a senior professional who combines technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder engagement skills. You will bring:
- An academic background in food science, nutrition, biotechnology, or a related field
- Proven experience in alternative proteins, sustainable food innovation, biotech, or food industry R&D in China
- A strong network across central government, academia, research, and industry in China’s alt-protein field
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and coalition-building skills
- Native-level Mandarin and fluent English (verbal and written); own China working permit
- Proven ability to work independently, manage programs, budgets, and KPIs, and deliver measurable outcomes
- A proactive, adaptable mindset and passion for driving food systems change
- Experience in associations, NGOs, or public-sector programs (highly regarded)
If ProVeg China’s mission resonates with you, and you would like to leverage your program management experience to transform food systems and advocate for sustainable alternatives, please submit your resume and cover letter, addressing the skills required, quoting #1379470. Alternatively call Judith Marks at NGO Recruitment in Sydney, Australia on +61 (0)2 8243 0570. To request a full information pack please email: officeadministrator@ngorecruitment.com (no applications here please).
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.
Please be advised you can upload two attachments, including your resume and covering letter when submitting your application.