The weeklong programme will give participants a better understanding of the food and beverage sector in Indonesia, the fourth most populous country in the world.
Applications close 26 February 2016.
About the trip
Dates: TBC but mid-to-late April 2016
This opportunity is part of the ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative (YBLI), a key part of the New Zealand Government’s ASEAN strategy. The initiative was created to strengthen links between entrepreneurs and business leaders in Southeast Asia and in New Zealand.
So far, 52 business leaders from all ten ASEAN member countries representing a range of industries have visited New Zealand. The project is now in its second phase with young New Zealand business leaders and entrepreneurs being invited to Southeast Asia.
This is the third such group of ‘Kiwi’ YBLIs.
- Find out about the ASEAN Young Business Leaders 2015 trip to the Philippines;
- Find out about the ASEAN Young Business Leaders trip to Thailand.
Successful applicants will meet Indonesian entrepreneurs in the F&B sector, develop a greater knowledge of the Indonesian business environment, and explore ways to collaborate with entrepreneurs from Indonesia.
During the trip, participants will:
• Learn about the Indonesian business environment, specifically with regard to F&B;
• Meet and network with entrepreneurs in Jakarta and at least one other part of Indonesia;
• Meet with government officials from New Zealand and Indonesia;
• Interact with entrepreneurs and business leaders from the Indonesia who have participated in the ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative;
• Take time to understand the culture of Indonesia;
• Attend a food show or relevant F&B conference in the region.
The Foundation will work with the New Zealand Embassy and the New Zealand Trade Commission in Jakarta to deliver the programme.
Who can apply?
Applicants must be:
• Aged under 40;
• An entrepreneur or business leader at CEO or senior management level in a New Zealand F&B business.
Outstanding start-up entrepreneurs or emerging entrepreneurs will also be considered. No knowledge or experience of Indonesia is expected.
Applicants must:
• Have New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, but can be based offshore;
• Be interested in connecting with entrepreneurs and business people from other countries and exploring international business opportunities;
• Be confident public speakers willing to engage in dialogue with entrepreneurs from other countries;
• Be willing to apply and contribute to the Foundation’s Leadership Network.
How to apply
Applicants will need to provide:
• A letter indicating your interest in this opportunity outlining why you would like to interact with entrepreneurs in Indonesia and where you see the potential to collaborate;
• A curriculum vitae;
• A letter of support from your company if you are a senior manager or emerging leader (ie not the CEO).
Please send applications to Adam McConnochie no later than 5.00 pm, 26 February 2016.
Costs
The Asia New Zealand Foundation will fund the costs of successful applicants, including a return economy airfare, domestic transport, accommodation, insurance and visa costs, as well as most meals and miscellaneous expenses.
Selection process
Applications will be assessed by Asia New Zealand Foundation staff in consultation with external experts, and the New Zealand Embassy in Jakarta.
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