As the Asia Partner Skilling Program Manager, you will drive the execution of strategic skilling programs that enable partners across six markets to build expertise in Microsoft solutions and accelerate their AI transformation journey.
This role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and partner engagement, serving as a trusted partner to regional leadership and a key driver of execution excellence.
- *Lead Regional Skilling Programs**
- Own end\-to\-end delivery of flagship initiatives including Certification Weeks and AI Tour for Partners (AITfP)
- Drive program strategy, planning, localization, and execution across Japan, Korea, and Greater China
Ensure high\-quality, scalable delivery while maximizing reach and partner impact
- *Accelerate Partner Engagement**
- Design and execute demand generation strategies to drive participation at scale
- Equip field teams with compelling, ready\-to\-use assets and enablement resources
Build and optimize partner\-facing engagement channels
- *Drive Operational Excellence**
- Manage delivery partners and vendors across Asia, ensuring strong execution, quality, and capacity
- Oversee learning platforms and event tooling to deliver seamless experiences
Establish repeatable frameworks to scale programs efficiently
- *Own Budget \& Business Health**
- Lead regional budget planning, forecasting, and optimization across skilling programs
- Ensure disciplined financial management while maximizing program outcomes
Partner with vendors on SOWs, POs, and operational processes
- *Deliver Insights \& Impact**
- Track key performance metrics including participation, certifications, and ROI
- Provide clear, data\-driven insights to leadership through executive\-ready reporting
Continuously improve programs based on performance and feedback
- 8\+ years of experience in program management, learning \& development, partner enablement, or event operations
- Proven ability to deliver large\-scale, multi\-market programs across Asia Pacific
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and forecasting
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across stakeholders and levels
- Familiarity with the Microsoft partner ecosystem, certification pathways, or skilling programs
Experience in localization and multilingual program delivery
You will play a pivotal role in building a world\-class partner skilling engine, enabling thousands of organizations to deepen their Microsoft capabilities and lead in the era of AI.
At Microsoft, you’ll work in a culture that values growth mindset, collaboration, and impact at scale — with the opportunity to shape programs that truly make a difference.
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