--- title: 'Senior Manager, APAC Partnerships at DFO Referrals' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-manager-apac-partnerships-dfo-referrals-singapore-ej9y896vx3jy' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-18' --- # Senior Manager, APAC Partnerships at DFO Referrals - **Company:** DFO Referrals - **Location:** Singapore - **Posted:** 2026-09-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dforeferrals/jobs/6197146004 ## Job description Senior Manager, APAC Partnerships OceanX Singapore About OceanX: OceanX is a nonprofit working to unlock the ocean’s sustainable potential. Through a dual focus on science and education, we’re building a new paradigm where humanity and the ocean mutually thrive. Our approach is fueled by exploration, leveraging advanced research, multimedia educational programs, cross-sector partnerships, and advanced technology to help transform how people understand and value the ocean. Our work strives to fortify biodiversity and increase the sustainable use of ocean resources to help ensure the ocean remains a foundation for human wellbeing and potential. OceanX is a nonprofit operating program of Dalio Philanthropies. For more information, visit [www.oceanx.org](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oceanx.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7CMiji.Lee%40oceanx.org%7C10f19c741b8049f5c1fc08ddad360039%7Ccc552540c09e4393a4e20cb8b78e9cda%7C0%7C0%7C638857169635148506%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=s0IQuKRoOfM6DDY8jYDzkcGfam5xGH3lIba7gnpnOlg%3D&reserved=0) and follow OceanX on [Facebook](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FOceanXOrg%2F&data=05%7C02%7CMiji.Lee%40oceanx.org%7C10f19c741b8049f5c1fc08ddad360039%7Ccc552540c09e4393a4e20cb8b78e9cda%7C0%7C0%7C638857169635172100%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=d7cNol1etM%2FSJgwQRtaMC%2BewGYX6zNmRSuZq5HwTs1I%3D&reserved=0), [Instagram](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Foceanx%2F%3Fhl%3Den&data=05%7C02%7CMiji.Lee%40oceanx.org%7C10f19c741b8049f5c1fc08ddad360039%7Ccc552540c09e4393a4e20cb8b78e9cda%7C0%7C0%7C638857169635188997%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eJgOp6KqJx7DGKVn9WE2MCHy0utHQH7CBvw3M5lUeiE%3D&reserved=0), [X](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Foceanx%3Flang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7CMiji.Lee%40oceanx.org%7C10f19c741b8049f5c1fc08ddad360039%7Ccc552540c09e4393a4e20cb8b78e9cda%7C0%7C0%7C638857169635204809%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=JvoG8F%2FgrHFaalEds9rqcT16FO4v1oWidk8lcTdtYhM%3D&reserved=0), [TikTok](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2F%40oceanx&data=05%7C02%7CMiji.Lee%40oceanx.org%7C10f19c741b8049f5c1fc08ddad360039%7Ccc552540c09e4393a4e20cb8b78e9cda%7C0%7C0%7C638857169635220451%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ohnerZZgKPNYVJLUZp7lRzi1Cy%2B%2FJCYHR%2Bt970rN%2BIc%3D&reserved=0), [LinkedIn,](https://www.linkedin.com/company/oceanxorg/)and [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@OceanX/featured). Position Summary: OceanX is seeking a Senior Manager, APAC Partnerships who will support the development and management of relationships with a diverse range of funders based in Singapore and across the APAC region, including government entities, foundations, corporations, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and family offices. Reporting to the VP of Partnerships, this role will steward a portfolio of existing partnerships, actively cultivate new opportunities, manage the donor CRM, and support event coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of converting prospects and cultivating major gifts. This role will have the opportunity to interact directly with the Dalio Family Office, OceanX, Dalio Philanthropies, and external partners, serving as a key on-the-ground representative of OceanX’s global Partnerships team within Singapore. OceanX is an entrepreneurial environment that values team players who can manage priorities and workstreams simultaneously. To thrive and succeed within our unique culture and work environment, you must demonstrate humility, innate curiosity, and openness to new ideas and approaches. You must also be hard-working, composed, and goal-oriented. All employees are expected to be honest, excited about providing and receiving objective feedback, constantly striving for self-improvement, and committed to the pursuit of excellence. Position Location: Singapore Duties and Responsibilities: - Identify, research, and qualify prospective funders across Singapore and APAC, and advance opportunities through outreach, cultivation, funding requests, and securing commitments, in partnership with the VP of Partnerships and relevant leadership. - Steward and grow existing donor and partner relationships, supporting renewals, additional funding opportunities, and ongoing engagement. - Develop tailored proposals, presentations, reports, and other materials that communicate OceanX’s mission, impact, and funding opportunities. - Represent OceanX and affiliated organizations to external stakeholders, including philanthropic, corporate, and government partners. - Manage the prospect pipeline and maintain accurate donor CRM records, including relationship history, opportunity values, engagement activity, and next steps. - Support partnership and fundraising events, including preparation, stakeholder coordination, event-day execution, and follow-up. - Manage administrative follow-through, including scheduling, meeting preparation, correspondence, action tracking, and coordination across internal teams. - Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings or late evenings, to support cross-time zone collaboration. - Adaptable to varying workloads, balancing periods of focused execution with lighter operational phases. - Additional duties as assigned.​ Qualifications: - Professional Experience: - Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in Business Administration/Management, Communications, International Relations, or a related field. - At least four (4) years of experience in partnerships or nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record in prospect conversion and major gift cultivation. - Demonstrated success securing significant funding commitments from senior-level donors, partners, or decision-makers. - Experience using donor CRM systems to maintain accurate records, manage prospect pipelines, and inform donor research and outreach. - Strong project management skills, with the ability to drive multiple initiatives from planning through completion. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse internal and external audiences. - Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple workstreams, and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. - Personal Attributes: - Determined and resourceful, with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and strong work ethic. - Organized, reliable, and meticulous, with a track record of getting things done. - Ability to prioritize, meet tight deadlines, anticipate needs, and maintain high-quality work. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders. - Highly collaborative, with comfort in ambiguity and rapidly evolving environments. - Willingness to go “above and beyond” the specified job scope, as necessity and opportunity dictate. - Knowledge of Singapore’s philanthropic ecosystem, with exposure to philanthropy across Asia, is a plus. - General curiosity and passion for ocean science, conservation, and OceanX’s mission. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary (inclusive of a merit-based bonus, dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset) and an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive employer-paid medical plan and CPF. Please note that we do not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. At OceanX, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. OceanX treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability. ## About DFO Referrals ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: DFO Referrals is the talent acquisition and recruitment platform for the Dalio Family Office, which manages the ventures, investments, and philanthropic initiatives of Ray and Barbara Dalio. - **Entity Type**: Private (family office) - **Headquarters**: Westport, Connecticut, United States (with additional offices in New York City, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi) - **Founded**: Year not publicly disclosed (the Dalio Family Office has been active for many years; DFO Referrals as a hiring entity likely launched in recent years) - **Founders**: Ray Dalio and Barbara Dalio (founders of the Dalio Family Office) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Executive Offices, Family Office, Financial Services, Philanthropy, Ocean Exploration, Education - **Target customers**: Not applicable (DFO Referrals supports the internal hiring needs of the Dalio Family Office and its affiliated entities; it does not serve external customers) - **Mission or purpose statement**: The Dalio Family Office is rooted in a culture of meaningful work and meaningful relationships, supporting the family’s legacy of giving back through Dalio Philanthropies, OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation. ## Products & Services DFO Referrals is not a product company; it is a hiring arm. The entities it supports include: - **Dalio Family Office (DFO)**: Core investment and administrative services for the Dalio family. - **Dalio Philanthropies**: Philanthropic initiatives across ocean exploration, education, and global giving. - **OceanX**: A non-profit that combines exploration, research, and multimedia education to transform public understanding of the ocean. - **Dalio Education**: Education-focused programs and partnerships. - **Endless Network**: A philanthropic initiative focused on expanding internet access. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private family office) - **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not applicable (privately funded); Headcount – 6 employees reported on LinkedIn [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office] (likely refers to core DFO staff; the broader ecosystem employs many more) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Dalio family (self-funded); partners include Bridgewater Associates (founded by Ray Dalio), various philanthropic organizations, and academic institutions. - **Growth Signals**: 40% headcount growth YoY at the core family office [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office]; active job postings include senior roles in finance, technology, legal, and operations (17+ open positions as of June 2026) [greenhouse.io, jobera.com]; expanding presence in Singapore and Abu Dhabi. ## Competitive Advantages - **Access to the Dalio ecosystem**: Employees work directly with the family office, gaining exposure to high-impact investments, philanthropy, and global initiatives. - **Meaningful work**: Roles support ocean conservation, education, and global connectivity, offering a sense of purpose beyond profit. - **Strong compensation and benefits**: Competitive salaries (ranges from $95k–$655k depending on role) plus 100% company-paid medical premiums, 17 paid holidays, generous PTO, 150% 401(k) match up to $7,500, gym reimbursement, and hybrid work environment [scoutify.com]. - **Low turnover / high retention culture**: Focus on "meaningful work and meaningful relationships" as core values. ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Expanding the talent base for the family office and its philanthropic arms, particularly in technology (CISO, DevSecOps, Data Engineering), finance (senior accounting, tax advisory), and international operations (Singapore, APAC partnerships). - **Direction for growth**: Deepening the family’s impact in ocean exploration (OceanX), education, and global philanthropy, while maintaining a lean, high-performance team. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Mission-driven, collaborative, high-performing environment with a focus on meaningful relationships [scoutify.com]. - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Hybrid work environment; many roles are on-site in Westport, CT or New York City, with some roles in Singapore (on-site). 100% remote roles are rare [jobera.com]. - **Notable perks or engineering culture**: 100% company-paid medical premiums, 17 paid holidays, generous PTO, 150% 401(k) match up to $7,500 (plus 100% match above $7,500, up to $15k match limit), gym reimbursement, and hybrid flexibility [scoutify.com]. Engineering roles (e.g., Senior DevSecOps Engineer, Senior Data Engineer) offer competitive compensation ($200k–$350k+ range) [scoutify.com]. - **Visa sponsorship**: Conflicting reports; USCIS data shows no H-1B petition history for DFO Referrals, but some sources indicate sponsorship for international candidates [scoutify.com]. Candidates should inquire directly during the application process. ## Sources 1. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dforeferrals) – DFO Referrals job board, listing 16+ open positions. 2. [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office](https://www.linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office) – Dalio Family Office LinkedIn profile (headcount, growth, description). 3. [scoutify.com](https://scoutify.com/companies/dfo-referrals/) – DFO Referrals careers page with compensation ranges, perks, H1B sponsorship discussion. 4. [jobalmanac.com](https://www.jobalmanac.com/companies/dforeferrals) – Additional job listings and company details. 5. [jobera.com](https://jobera.com/employer/dforeferrals/) – List of 17 open positions with salary ranges and location classification. 6. 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