Pheakdey Heng, Ph.D Email & Phone Number

Cambodia

The Mekong Center for Data Protection is committed to creating a safer digital environment for individuals, businesses, and governments in the Mekong region. As the region’s leading organization dedicated to data protection and privacy, we provide research, advocacy, training, and consultancy to address the evolving challenges of the digital age.

Singapore

• Provided strategic policy advice on critical regulations, including cybercrime, cybersecurity, data protection, data localization, and online child protection, ensuring alignment with APAC regulatory trends.• Managed relationships with policymakers, regulators, NGOs, academics, and private sector organizations to shape and advocate for favorable policy and regulatory environments.• Led multi-year projects such as Digital Skill Training for SMEs and the Digital Literacy program• Organized various workshops, roundtables, trainings, consultation sessions with diverse stakeholders to realize Meta’s policy goals.• Represented the company in meetings, public speaking engagements, and public events with policymakers and stakeholders to influence public and political dialogue.• Collaborated with product, legal, business, content policy, and other teams to evaluate new and existing products and features, ensuring they reflect Meta’s policies, values, and principles.• Engaged directly with policymakers and key opinion formers, shaping public and political dialogue to support an open Internet and positive regulatory environment.• Managed international, cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders, collaborating to shape Meta’s overall position on key policy topics

Seoul, South Korea

• Led the “Green Cities Development Program,” overseeing design, implementation, and reporting to ensure alignment with Cambodia’s environmental goals and stakeholder expectations.• Oversighted the research, drafting, and stakeholder consultation phases of the 'Green City Strategic Plan for Phnom Penh' and 'Green Urban Development for Secondary Cities in Cambodia.'"• Cultivated and managed relationships with government entities, NGOs, and other stakeholders to support program objectives, ensuring effective collaboration and advocacy for green growth policies.• Organized and facilitated a range of high-impact events, such as consultative workshops, focus group discussions, knowledge-sharing seminars, study tours, and stakeholder meetings, enhancing program visibility and engagement.• Provided strategic advice and technical support on green growth policy planning and implementation, delivering high-quality solutions to advance country program activities and address key environmental challenges.

Phnom Penh

• Oversaw the strategic planning and execution of all programs, including setting objectives, defining project scopes, and developing comprehensive plans to ensure successful delivery and alignment with organizational goals.• Directed the budgeting process, including resource allocation, financial forecasting, and expense management, ensuring programs were delivered on budget and met financial targets.• Provided expert technical advice and guidance to program managers, focusing on project planning, budget management, and monitoring. Offered strategic direction and support to enhance project outcomes and address complex challenges.• Led cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of advocacy techniques, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and maximizing program impact.• Monitored program performance and progress, assessing key metrics and milestones to identify areas for improvement and implementing best practices to optimize program delivery.• Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure alignment between program activities and organizational objectives, fostering collaboration and maintaining strong relationships with key partners.

Phnom Penh

• Developed and implemented the organization's vision, sets goals, and ensures financial sustainability.• Led the implementation of various capacity-building programs, including design, implementation, reporting, and ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expectations.• Built and managed relationships with with government officials, donors, partners, and other stakeholders • Tracked and monitored program metrics and milestones, ensuring programs remained on budget and schedule while delivering significant value to target groups• Represented the organization to the public and media

Phnom Penh

• Directed comprehensive research and capacity-building initiatives focused on the science of climate change, including developing and implementing programs to enhance understanding and awareness among diverse stakeholders.• Mobilized resources and established strategic partnerships to advance climate change awareness and action. Engaged with governmental bodies, NGOs, academic institutions, and private sector organizations to secure support and collaboration.• Coordinated and executed a range of high-impact events, including workshops, presentations, and field trips, designed to educate and engage participants on climate change issues. • Organized and managed climate change-related activities, such as seminars and public awareness campaigns, to promote understanding and drive action on climate issues. • Developed and distributed informational materials to support educational efforts and increase stakeholder engagement.

Phnom Penh

I was a faculty member at the department of English and department of International Studies at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. I gave lectures to undergraduate students in subjects such as Global Studies, Research Methodology, and UN Agencies.

Master In Public Policy

Ph.D, Social Sciences

Bba, Management