We’re Hiring: Committee Manager – Healthcare Sector

The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan) is seeking a Committee Manager under Government & Public Affairs Team to support its advocacy efforts in the healthcare sector. This full-time role offers a dynamic opportunity to engage with key stakeholders, shape policy dialogue, and contribute to AmCham’s mission of promoting a strong U.S.-Taiwan business environment.

Job Type: Full Time
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 AM – 6 PM

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?

  • Map out and maintain a wide network of productive connections with the Taiwanese authorities (particularly MOHW NHIA and TFDA), key research institutes, experts, and industry. Attend conferences, seminars, and networking events to build connections.
  • Identify, prioritize, and pursue new cooperation opportunities in healthcare policy: Work closely with co-chairs to ensure we understand committee priorities and are positioned to deliver on them. You will report to the Senior Manager of Government and Public Affairs and work collaboratively with others in the team.
  • Promote and advocate for US strengths in the healthcare sector, including policy and regulatory leadership. Work with the AmCham GA team to promote relevant international policy and innovation developments and initiatives to decision-makers in government.
  • Deliver key policy workstreams: You will lead on delivering our regular committee meeting and annual events, working with multilevel stakeholders to identify topics of mutual interest and high-profile outcomes to further collaboration. You will work on deepening bilateral exchanges on drug policy and medical devices standards as well as address market access issues for the healthcare sector.
  • Provide timely reporting on key policy developments and emerging trends in Taiwan. Advocate and promote the value of AmCham committees and foreign investment to the Taiwanese government by analyzing our membership’s impact on regional and global markets.

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience 

  • Confident in networking, including with senior government officials.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, including confidence in suggesting new ideas and ways of working.
  • Ability to analyze and assess different forms of information, evidence, and data.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft high quality written material to short deadlines and to present with confidence to senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and to prioritize competing demands.

Language requirements:

Full professional fluency in English and Mandarin, written and spoken.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an English resume in confidence electronically to [email protected]. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

We’re Hiring: Finance & Administration Associate Manager (Contractor)

The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan) is seeking a Finance and Administration (F&A) Associate Manager (Contractor) with expertise in cash flow management, payments, billings, online banking, tax compliance, and general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing receivables, maintaining accurate bank balances, processing transactions, and ensuring timely tax filings. Additionally, they will support office administration and assist with key annual projects such as the Board Election. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with various teams.

Job Type: Contractor (1 year or longer)
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 AM – 6 PM

Responsibilities:
Finance
Daily Basis:

  1. Ensure accurate and efficient data entry into the accounting system (CMS) for cash receipts, payments, and journal entries.
  2. Proactively monitor Accounts Receivable (AR), including member accounts and advertising sales. The Associate Manager must actively work to reduce outstanding receivables, especially those exceeding 60 days. Regular updates should be provided to the Director, and collaboration with colleagues is expected to enhance collection efforts.
  3. Continuously optimize accounting processes by eliminating redundancies and improving time management. The Associate Manager is encouraged to streamline workflows and leverage intern support for routine tasks.
  4. Oversee electronic payments by utilizing web-based platforms, ensuring smooth and timely processing.
  5. Act as the first point of contact for issues related to billing, payments, invoicing, VAT, and credit card authorizations.

Monthly Closing:

  1. Ensure all monthly closing data is entered by the last working day of each month with a high level of accuracy and accountability. This process will be conducted in CMS under the supervision of the F&A Sr. Manager and F&A Director.
  2. Send out electronic or paper invoices by the 10th of each month.
  3. Complete all necessary account reconciliations for the previous month by the 15th of each month.
  4. Review and verify reports for accuracy before submitting them to the F&A Sr. Manager and F&A Director. Any discrepancies or issues should be promptly identified and discussed, along with potential solutions.

Mid-term/Year-end auditing:
Assist with preparations for CPA firm audits, ensuring that all required documents are compiled and submitted on time.

Administration supports.

  1. Assist the Director with the Annual General Meeting and the Board Election. The Associate Manager will work closely with the Membership Department and Consultant team (e.g. Deloitte & Touche) on assigned tasks.
  2. The Associate Manager would play the core role to handle the overall process of the registration upon the Board members’ assignments and election results to Taipei City Government.
  3. Ensure that office equipment, facilities, and supplies are well-maintained and in good condition.

In General

  1. Follow up on ongoing issues diligently and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, especially in handling challenging or sensitive situations.
  2. Maintain a positive and professional attitude, fostering an optimistic work environment.
  3. Continuously improve written and spoken English proficiency.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience in finance or accounting.
  • Strong proficiency in financial software and ERP systems; experience with Salesforce is a plus.
  • Good communication skills in Mandarin and English.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a focus on continuous improvement.

 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an English resume in confidence electronically to [email protected]. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

We’re Hiring: IT and Cybersecurity Consultant

As the IT and Cybersecurity Consultant at AmCham, you will lead the development and execution of the organization’s IT Security strategy while aligning it with broader organizational goals. This role is pivotal in driving innovation and ensuring the effective utilization of technology to support AmCham’s strategic objectives.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會 ) is the most impactful and influential NGO in Taiwan, with about 1,200 members from more than 580 companies in the global business community. The staff group of AmCham office is about 25 people.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess current IT infrastructure and security posture.
  • Identify new risks, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement.
  • Develop a scalable and flexible security architecture.
  • Integrate controls and technologies to mitigate risks.
  • Create an implementation roadmap with timelines and milestones.
  • Define roles for internal team and third-party collaborators.
  • Develop incident response and disaster recovery plans.
  • Prepare and present budgets for security solutions.
  • Implement security protocols according to the roadmap.
  • Monitor progress and effectiveness of security measures.
  • Train internal teams on security measures and best practices.
  • Coordinate communication on security and emergency response.
  • Prepare regular and final reports for leadership.

Scope of Work:

  • Conduct a thorough assessment of the current IT infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with third parties to gather insights and data.
  • Document existing security measures and protocols.
  • Ensure the architecture supports future growth.
  • Present plans and budget requests to key stakeholders.
  • Provide training and support to the internal team.
  • Compile comprehensive documentation for security architecture and implementation.
  • Develop emergency response and data governance documentation.
  • Coordinate and command emergency response measures.
  • Prepare reports summarizing the project’s outcome and future recommendations.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Fluent in English
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5-10 years of experience, with increasing levels of accountability.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and risk management requirements.
  • Strong collaboration, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience managing third-party vendors.

License/Certification/Registration:

  • Industry-relevant CISO certifications or security audit qualifications

Desired Education & Experience:

Advanced degree in a related field.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, expected annual compensation to Hannah Wu at [email protected].

職位: <兼職> IT及資訊安全顧問

商會正在尋找一位經驗豐富的IT顧問,計劃商會IT策略的制定和協助執行,同時符合更廣泛的商會長期目標。這個職位在推動創新、加強網路安全措施以及確保有效協調及利用既有技術支持商會的策略目標方面至關重要。

台灣最具影響力的外商非營利社團法人-台灣美國商會(American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan)。擁有來自全球商界約1,200名會員,來自超過580家公司。台灣美國商會辦公室的員工團隊約有25人。

工作職責:

  • 評估目前的IT 基礎設施和資訊安全狀況。
  • 辨識新的風險、漏洞和需要改進的領域。
  • 開發可擴展且靈活的安全架構。
  • 整合控制和技術以降低風險。
  • 建立包含時間表和里程碑的實施計畫表。
  • 定義內部團隊和第三方協作者的角色。
  • 制定事件應變和災難復原計畫。
  • 準備並提交安全解決方案的預算。
  • 依據計畫表實施安全協議。
  • 監控安全措施的進展和有效性。
  • 對內部團隊進行安全措施和最佳實務的訓練。
  • 協調安全和緊急應變方面的溝通。
  • 為領導階層準備定期和最終報告。

工作內容:

  • 對目前IT 基礎設施進行全面評估。
  • 與第三方合作收集見解和數據。
  • 記錄現有的安全措施和協議。
  • 確保架構支援未來的成長。
  • 向主要利害關係人提出計劃和預算請求。
  • 為內部團隊提供培訓和支援。
  • 編寫安全架構和實施的綜合文件。
  • 定緊急應變和資料治理文件。
  • 協調及指揮緊急應變措施。
  • 準備報告,總結專案成果和未來建議。

條件要求:

必要的教育和經驗:

  • 英文流利。
  • 相關領域的學士學位或同等的教育資格或經歷。
  • 5-10年的相關工作經驗,責任逐年增加。
  • 具備法規和風險管理要求的知識。
  • 良好的溝通、談判和解決問題的能力。
  • 具有管理第三方供應商的經驗。

行業相關證照:

  • 具行業相關的CISO認證或安全審計資格

期望的教育與經驗:

相關領域的碩士、博士學位有優勢。

意者請務必將 1) 自我推薦信、2) 中、英文履歷及 3) 預期年薪等相關資料寄給Hannah Wu [email protected]

2020 AGM Election Results

AmCham thanks its members for attending the Annual General Meeting and helping us to meet the quorum. We are pleased to announce the results of the 2020 Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at the Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel. The election results were compiled by Deloitte & Touche. The elected Governors and Supervisors are listed in alphabetical order. Read more about the event here.

2021-2022 Governors (Serving a two-year term, beginning January 1, 2021):

2021 Supervisors (Serving a one-year term, beginning January 1, 2021):

Other Business Items on the Ballot were all approved. 

With the help of the staff at Deloitte & Touche, we were able to successfully compile the election results for this year. Congratulations to the newly elected Governors and Supervisors!

A Virtual Trip Around the World – at the American Ball

AmCham Taipei’s 2020 American Ball was an evening of glitz and glamor as nearly 300 members and their guests arrived at the Grand Hyatt Taipei dressed in dashing tuxedos and elegant evening gowns. While the COVID-19 pandemic has severely restricted international travel, the theme of this year’s ball – Fly Me to the World – aimed to bring the world to attendees. The event featured a world-class meal, international performances, and dance-worthy sounds from around the globe.

View the full photo gallery here

As guests began to trickle in, they made their way from the photo stand in the hotel’s lobby to the registration area outside the Grand Ballroom on the third floor. There they were treated to an eye-catching display of duty-free products supplied by Ever Rich, including high-value Taiwanese tea sets, as well as other local snacks and assorted goods. Those wishing to further memorialize their attendance at this premier event had the chance to strike a pose at two photo stations upstairs.

2020 American Ball – AmCham x Ever Rich

The evening’s festivities kicked off with a lively dance performance, transporting the audience to France and Spain with traditional songs and beautiful costumes. It was a hard act to follow, but Master of Ceremonies Roger Yee rose to the occasion, eliciting laughs and applause from guests and putting everyone at ease. He was joined onstage by AmCham Taipei Chairperson CW Chin and President Leo Seewald, and the three raised a toast on behalf of the host organizations.

2020 American Ball – Dance Performers

As the night continued, guests were treated to a sumptuous intercontinental meal, whose courses included Spanish-style smoked halibut, pineapple sorbet with coconut crumble for lovers of Hawaii, Netherlands-style roasted U.S. beef tenderloin, and a coffee chocolate bonbon representing Italy. It was the kind of feast that lets you savor the world without ever needing to leave the dinner table. To complement this delicious spread, bottles of Robert Mondavi Winery Woodbridge Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay were provided by drinks sponsor Sergio Valente, while whisky drinkers enjoyed glasses of Johnnie Walker Black Label Sherry Finish from Diageo.

Live music for the American Ball was provided by Sherwyne Pereira and his band MODA, while local DJ Rick Kraft spun a range of contemporary jams and classic tunes, getting people in the dancing spirit. Those who still had room after dinner could take a break from the dancefloor for a late-night snack of pulled pork sandwiches and Spanish churros. Meanwhile, free-flow refreshments were available at the bar throughout the night.

2020 American Ball – Dance Floor

The 2020 American Ball was made possible by the generosity of a number of sponsoring organizations. These included Grand Prize Sponsor Samsung; Wine & Liquor Sponsors Diageo and Sergio Valente; Gold Sponsors Amgen, Grand Hyatt Taipei, and HSBC; Décor Sponsor Merck; and Silver Sponsors Corning, The Rehfeldt Group, and GSK.

The party featured raffle drawings with attractive prizes throughout the night. The grand prize, from Samsung, was a 65” QLED 4K television. Other prize sponsors included the Grand Hyatt Taipei, Amba Taipei Songshan, CÉ LA VI Taipei, eslite hotel, Everrich, Hotel Eclat Taipei, Hotel Indigo Taipei North, Hotel Royal Group, Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei, Madison Taipei, Mandarin Oriental Taipei, Mellow Fields Taipei, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, The Landis Taipei, The One, The Place Taipei, Regent Taipei, Sherwood Taipei, Westin Tashee Resort Taoyuan, and W Taipei.

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Note: AmCham events are intended primarily for AmCham members and their guests. Many events are open to members’ guests and other non-members, but the attendance of any non-member must be approved in advance. AmCham reserves the right not to admit a non-member to any event without explanation.

An AmCham “Big Idea”: Establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund in Taiwan

AmCham Taipei President Leo Seewald appeared recently on the Taiwan Matters Podcast hosted by Nicholas Gould to discuss the potential for Taiwan to establish a sovereign wealth fund as a number of other countries have done to engage in strategic investing internationally.

The notion of creating such a fund is one of a series of “Big Ideas” that AmCham is seeking to promote.

Seewald is a former Chairman and country head for Black Rock investment Management in Taiwan. Other guests on the podcast include Professor Jennifer Wang, former Chairperson of the Financial Supervisory Commission and now the Chairperson of the Department of Risk Management and Insurance at National Chengchi University; and Silicon Valley angel investor and CEO of Taiwania Capital Management Corp. David Weng. Taiwania is a National Development Fund established by the Taiwan government two years ago.

3M Hosts AmCham Taipei Field Trip

3M, one of the largest multinational companies operating in Taiwan, hosted the AmCham Taipei staff at its Customer Technology Center in Yangmei on September 25. Jeffrey Tung, Managing Director of 3M Taiwan, provided a briefing about the company’s 51-year history in Taiwan and its leading role in driving science-based innovation. The guests had the opportunity to walk through the impressive showroom area. Through hands-on demonstrations, visitors learned about 3M’s core technologies and witnessed how science can be “applied to life.”

In his briefing, Tung described how 3M applies materials science to its four major business units: Safety & Industrial, Transportation & Electronics, Health Care, and Consumer-based products. With an annual revenue of more than US $30 billion, the company currently has over 200 offices with 96,000 employees globally, and it holds more than 100,000 patents.

Tung noted that each of 3M’s R&D Centers develops its own unique products and innovative processes. The company shares its patents across business units to encourage continuous, collaborative efforts to drive innovation, producing products that are “safer, faster, and last longer.”  He also stressed the vital role that 3M has played in working with governments to ensure sufficient supplies of essential personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers around the world amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Taiwan-USA Trade and Investment Networking Center Opens in Taipei

AmCham Taipei on December 18 participated in the opening ceremony of the Taiwan-USA Trade and Investment Networking Center. The center is the result a collaborative effort between the government-sponsored Taiwan External Trade and Development Council (TAITRA), the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the American State Offices Association (ASOA), and AmCham Taipei. It is designed to strengthen commercial ties between Taiwan and the U.S. by facilitating cooperation between business partners, and offering advisory, analysis, and referral services, among other functions.

TAITRA Chairman James Huang delivered the ceremony’s opening speech, highlighting the special partnership between Taiwan and the U.S., which he said has “enabled Taiwan to be one of the most productive members of the global economy.” In order to take this relationship to the next level, Huang said, a channel was needed to advance comprehensive coordination among Taiwanese and U.S. businesses. Out of this necessity, the idea for the center was born.

In his remarks, AIT Director Brent Christensen stressed the vision for the center as “a one-stop, all-purpose platform to advise and assist Taiwan and American enterprises in expanding two-way trade and investment between the United States and Taiwan.” He emphasized that trade between Taiwan and the U.S. increased by 13.6% in the first 11 months of 2019, and that both partners are important sources of investment for the other. He also stated his desire for the center to play a role in promoting the U.S. government’s SelectUSA Investment Summit, an annual conference held in Washington D.C.

Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Wang Mei-hua, who gave concluding remarks, pointed to the large amount of return investment by Taiwanese companies that have decided to reshore some of their high-value manufacturing operations from China as a result of the U.S.-China trade dispute. She said this development will make Taiwan an even more attractive location for international trade and investment.

The center is being housed within the TAITRA offices in the International Trade Building, 333 Keelung Rd., Sec. 1, part of the Taipei World Trade Center complex.

 

A Fun-filled Evening at the American Ball

The 2019 American Ball – on the theme of Winter Wonderland – confirmed the event’s reputation as one of Taipei’s social highlights. Co-organized by AmCham Taipei and the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the ball was held December 7 at the Grand Hyatt Taipei, with nearly 300 AmCham members and guests in attendance.

View the full photo gallery here.

Inside the hotel’s Grand Ballroom, attendees were magically transported to a far different climate than subtropical Taipei’s. The wintry theme was reflected in the room decoration, captivating performances by the VMJ dance group, the menu’s Christmas ball dessert, and such concoctions as the “White Christmas Martini” and “Mrs. Claus’ Wildside” available at the cocktail bar.

AmCham President Bill Foreman and emcee ­­­Dannielle Andrews, AIT’s Economic Section Chief, opened the evening with a toast on behalf of the host organizations. Attendees then enjoyed a succulent five-course meal that featured roasted U.S. beef tenderloin, paired with Robert Mondavi Winery Woodbridge Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay (from Sergio Valente) and Johnnie Walker Double Black (from Diageo).

Live music was provided by Sherwyne Pereira and his band MODA, whose pulsating beat kept the dance floor packed until late in the evening. Dancers could take a break by nibbling on such late-night snacks as chocolate-covered bacon, churros, and macaroon sliders. Guests also had the opportunity to get snapshots taken, creating lasting memories at the photo booths.

The event was made possible by the generosity of a number of sponsoring companies. These included Grand Prize Sponsor United Airlines; Wine & Liquor Sponsors Diageo and Sergio Valente; Gold Sponsors Amgen, Grand Hyatt Taipei, HSBC, and Taiwan Sotheby’s; Décor Sponsor Versum Materials; and Silver Sponsors Corning, Everrich, and Prospect Hospitality Co. Ltd. (McDonald’s Restaurants).

The party featured raffle drawings with attractive prizes throughout the night. The grand prize, from United Airlines, was two round-trip business-class tickets to any U.S. destination. Other gift sponsors were the Grand Hyatt Taipei, Amba Taipei Songshan, CÉ LA VI Taipei, eslite hotel, Everrich, Grand Mayfull Hotel Taipei, Hotel Eclat Taipei, Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei, Hilton Taipei SinBan, Mandarin Oriental Taipei, Mellow Fields Taipei, Procter & Gamble, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, The Landis Taipei, The Place Taipei, Regent Taipei, Sherwood Taipei, Westin Tashee Resort Taoyuan, and W Taipei.

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Note: AmCham events are intended primarily for AmCham members and their guests. Many events are open to members’ guests and other non-members, but the attendance of any non-member must be approved in advance. AmCham reserves the right not to admit a non-member to any event without explanation.

In Memory of James F. O’Hearn, 1935-2019

Jim O’Hearn, one of the most prominent members of the AmCham Taipei leadership in the 1980s and 90s, passed away in Arizona on November 14 at the age of 84. He served as Chairman (the position was then called President) of the Chamber in 1991 and 1992. Previously he had been a member of the Board of Governors, chairman of the Chemical Manufacturers Committee, Hsieh Nien Fan emcee in 1983, and Christmas Ball emcee in 1981, 1985, and 1988.

His day job was President of Premier Chemical Co., a subsidiary of Uniroyal Chemical Co. specializing in chemicals for the rubber industry. Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sabrina, children Kevin and Claudine, and four grandchildren.