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PERSONAL BIO

Chiayo Kuo is the founder and president of the Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA), an NGO dedicated to strengthening Taiwan’s digital resilience and international visibility through civil society collaboration, media innovation, and cross-sector partnerships.

She serves as a committee member of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee at the Presidential Office, the Human Rights Committee of the Ministry of the Interior, and the International Affairs Committee of the Taiwan Network Information Center, and sits on the board of Radio Taiwan International.

From 2018 to 2025, under her leadership, TDDA has promoted Taiwanese causes across more than 350 media outlets in 25 countries, advancing public diplomacy and civic collaboration worldwide.

Chiayo has lived and worked in Kosovo, Vietnam, Hungary, and Greece as a curator, advocate, and documentary producer, leading community-based initiatives that connect Taiwanese innovators with local cultural, civic, and policy partners.

Currently, she is touring across Europe with a diplomatic stage play “This is not an embassy”with Lausanne Theater and Taiwan National Theatre that tells Taiwan’s story through art and dialogue—merging her expertise in public diplomacy with creative storytelling.

Her work reflects a deep commitment to advancing democratic resilience and amplifying Taiwan’s voice on the global stage.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND AWARDS

【Work Experience】

Founder & President, Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association, Taiwan (2017 - present)
Committee Member, Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee at the Office of the President of the Republic of China (Taiwan), (2024-present)
Board Member, Radio Taiwan International, Taiwan (2022 - present)
Committee Member, Human Rights Committee of the Ministry of the Interior, Taiwan (2022 - present)
International Affairs Committee, Taiwan Network Information Center, Taiwan (2022 - present)
Consultant Committee, TaiwanPlus, Taiwan (2021 - 2022)
Teacher, Taipei Media School, Taiwan (2018 - 2019)
President, Taiwan and Kosovo Cultural Exchange Association, Kosovo (2017 - 2018)
Project Manager, Entrepreneurship Center of National Taiwan University, Taiwan (2016 - 2017)
Graduate Consultant, Greek Forum of Refugees, Greece (2015 - 2016)

【Achievement】

Tatler Asia Gen.T (Taiwan) Award (2023)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Public Policy Contribution Award (2020)
The News Lens BECOMING ACES Award (2020)

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Master in Public Policy, Central European University, Hungary
Bachelor in Business Administration, National Taiwan University, Taiwan

Job Positions

Brief Introduction of the Department

At Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA), interns join a dynamic NGO that connects Taiwan with global communities through public diplomacy and digital communication. Depending on your skills and interests, you may primarily support the Research Team, the Project Management Team, or both.

【Research Team】: Assist with research publications, newsletters, and digital content for TDDA’s Twitter (11K followers) and LinkedIn (1,800+). You will learn to adapt writing and research for both public communications and private reports for institutional partners.

【Project Management Team】: Support event planning, partner coordination, and project documentation for TDDA’s international and local initiatives. You may help design outreach materials and assist with on-site event execution.

TDDA is a small and flexible NGO, and interns should expect frequent overlap between teams. Research interns may take part in project management activities, while project interns may contribute to research, writing, or content development. All interns gain a mix of experiences, reflecting TDDA’s collaborative environment and focus on meaningful, hands-on work in international affairs, communication, and digital diplomacy.

Department Staff Number

- Less than 5 people

Internship Job Description

The Project Management Team at Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA) manages external communications and oversees project delivery from planning through execution and closure. Joining the team means hands-on involvement in the full project lifecycle: drafting project plans, tracking progress, coordinating with partners, supporting outreach, and compiling final reports.

Core Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage TDDA projects and events.
- Coordinate communications with local and international partners.
- Track project progress, prepare reports, and assist in grant-related documentation.
- Support outreach, logistics, and on-site execution for public events.
- Work collaboratively with the Research Team to align project activities with TDDA’s strategic themes.

Preferred Intern Education Level

- Undergraduate students
- Undergraduate students (third year and above)
- Master students

Preferred Intern Skill Sets or Qualities

- Excellent writing, editing, and content drafting skills
- Organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Clear and professional communication skills for partner outreach and collaboration
- Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methods, or data analysis in R or Python is a plus
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team
- Proficient in written and spoken English; knowledge of other languages a plus
- Flexible, creative, and motivated to contribute to meaningful, real-world projects

Others

- Expected working hours per week: 8-20
- Salary/Financial Support: NT$200~250 per hour
- Additional Benefits:

Flexible working hours
On site refreshments
Occasional team meals

Students may be offered the opportunity to continue as interns for up to six additional months after completing the NTU International Mentorship Program, at the discretion of the host organization.

Brief Introduction of the Department

At Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA), interns join a dynamic NGO that connects Taiwan with global communities through public diplomacy and digital communication. Depending on your skills and interests, you may primarily support the Research Team, the Project Management Team, or both.

【Research Team】: Assist with research publications, newsletters, and digital content for TDDA’s Twitter (11K followers) and LinkedIn (1,800+). You will learn to adapt writing and research for both public communications and private reports for institutional partners.

【Project Management Team】: Support event planning, partner coordination, and project documentation for TDDA’s international and local initiatives. You may help design outreach materials and assist with on-site event execution.

TDDA is a small and flexible NGO, and interns should expect frequent overlap between teams. Research interns may take part in project management activities, while project interns may contribute to research, writing, or content development. All interns gain a mix of experiences, reflecting TDDA’s collaborative environment and focus on meaningful, hands-on work in international affairs, communication, and digital diplomacy.

Department Staff Number

- Less than 5 people

Internship Job Description

The Research Team produces high-quality, accessible analysis and written content that supports TDDA’s advocacy, campaigns, and publications. The team explores topics like digital diplomacy, disinformation, and Taiwan’s global partnerships, translating research findings into digestible outputs for both public and policy audiences.

Core Responsibilities:
- Conduct research, literature reviews, and interviews.
- Draft articles, newsletters, and policy briefs for various audiences.
- Analyze data and develop insights on emerging digital and geopolitical trends.
- Fact-check and edit materials to ensure analytical accuracy and clear messaging.
- Collaborate with the Project Management Team to ensure alignment between research outputs and project goals.

Preferred Intern Education Level

- Undergraduate students
- Undergraduate students (third year and above)
- Master students

Preferred Intern Skill Sets or Qualities

- Strong research and analytical abilities
- Excellent writing, editing, and content drafting skills
- Ability to summarize complex information for different audiences
- Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methods, or data analysis in R or Python is a plus
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team
- Proficient in written and spoken English; knowledge of other languages a plus
- Flexible, creative, and motivated to contribute to meaningful, real-world projects

Others

- Expected working hours per week: 8-20
- Salary/Financial Support: NT$200~250 per hour
- Additional Benefits:

Flexible working hours
On site refreshments
Occasional team meals

Students may be offered the opportunity to continue as interns for up to six additional months after completing the NTU International Mentorship Program, at the discretion of the host organization.

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