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Director of Immersive Education Programs

Singapore

Director of Immersive Education Programs, OceanX Education 

OceanX Singapore


OceanX Overview:

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 and follow OceanX on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.   

Position Summary:

OceanX Education is seeking a Director of Immersive Education Programs to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of student and educator programs across the OceanX ecosystem. This includes onshore and on-ship hackathons, immersive labs, residencies, fellowships, early-career programs, and portside experiences.

This role sits at the intersection of education, immersive media, science, and experiential learning, and is responsible for building high-impact learning pipelines that equip participants to ideate, prototype, and collaborate across OceanX’s science, media, and immersive storytelling platforms.

The Director will translate immersive media concepts, tools, and workflows into accessible and impactful educational experiences, ensuring participants are prepared to meaningfully contribute to OceanX programs. This role does not own immersive media production or IP development but works in close partnership with internal teams to ensure a seamless pathway from learning to collaboration and impact.

This position will collaborate closely with Immersive & Digital Experiences, Science, Media, Partnerships, and Public Events teams to ensure alignment with OceanX’s mission and strategic priorities.

OceanX Education pursues its mission through a consultative, founder-partnered approach, shaping programs that align with the founder’s vision while achieving strategic and meaningful outcomes.

Position Location:

Singapore

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Development and Management:

  • Lead the vision, strategy, and execution of OceanX Education’s student and educator programs.
  • Design and implement new and existing programs, including:
    • Onshore and On-ship Hackathons
    • Residencies and Fellowships
    • Young & Early Career Explorers
    • Immersive Labs
  • Translate immersive media concepts (e.g., XR, real-time engines, spatial storytelling, data visualization) into learning frameworks, curricula, and hands-on experiences.
  • Ensure participants speak the same creative and technical language as OceanX teams, collaborate effectively across disciplines, and generate ideas and prototypes for future programs.
  • Oversee end-to-end program execution, including planning, scheduling, logistics, staffing, and budgets.
  • Ensure programs meet standards for safety, accessibility, inclusion, and participant experience.

Strategic Planning:

  • Develop multi-year roadmaps, goals, and KPIs aligned with OceanX Education’s mission and strategy.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate program strategies with organizational goals.

Team Leadership:

  • Lead and grow a small, high-performing team of program managers and coordinators.
  • Mentor emerging educators, facilitators, and program leaders within the OceanX ecosystem.
  • Foster a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and learning.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships with universities, research institutions, and interdisciplinary programs worldwide.
  • Collaborate with faculty and institutional leaders to co-design programs that align with academic standards while remaining experimental and forward-looking.
  • Represent the organization at conferences, workshops, and events to promote programs and establish partnerships.

Evaluation & Impact:

  • Define and track metrics for learning outcomes, participant growth, institutional impact, and program success.
  • Use feedback, data, and reflection to continuously refine program design and delivery.
  • Document and share learnings to inform future OceanX Education strategy.

Resource Development:

  • Collaborate with the partnerships team to identify funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals.
  • Manage program budgets and ensure efficient use of resources.
  • Willingness to travel regionally and manage onsite execution across multiple venues.
  • 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 or Master’s degree in education, communications, environmental science, marine biology, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
  • At least 10 years of experience in experiential education, interdisciplinary program leadership, or immersive/creative technology education
  • Demonstrated ability to design and lead complex learning programs involving art, science, and technology
  • Strong fluency in immersive media concepts and workflows (XR, creative technology, digital storytelling) without needing production experience
  • Experience working with universities, faculty, students, and early-career professionals
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams, budgets, and multi-partner initiatives
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills across technical and non-technical audiences
  • Comfortable working in ambiguity and building programs from the ground up
  • Passion for ocean science, exploration, and mission-driven education

Personal Attributes:

  • Determined, resourceful and practical. An independent, self-starter, with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and strong work ethic
  • Agility, with a track record of getting things done
  • Organized, reliable, and meticulous
  • Ability to prioritize, meet tight deadlines, anticipate needs, and maintain high quality work
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Comfortable with ambiguity
  • Maintains high standards
  • Highly collaborative
  • General curiosity and passion for the Ocean

 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary 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. 

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