What the role is:The Singapore Global Network (SGN) is a division under the Economic Development Board (EDB) and focuses on building a strong ecosystem in support of overseas family, friends and fans of Singapore (3F). SGN leads the Whole-Of-Government effort to grow our collective networks whose skills, affinity and influence could strengthen our linkages to global business and talent communities and enhance the international mindshare of Singapore as a vibrant global city and welcoming home in Asia.The Singapore Programmes and New Markets team is responsible for expanding and engaging SGN's networks in Singapore; cultivating partners to expand SGN's engagement capacity and capability and administration of SGN funding schemes.What you will be working on:Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Build a vibrant 3F community, using digital and offline modes, to maximise engagement and meet business outcomes.Develop and implement online/offline engagement initiatives, and forge tactical collaborations, with the 3F networks and ecosystem of partners. Examples include dialogues, forums, campaigns, networking events etc.Process SGN funding schemes, including but not limited to: end-to-end management of funding applications, such as upkeep of event registration and post-event forms, liaising with applicants, fund disbursement, drafting reports for tracking and data management on SGN's Customer Relationship Management System.Drive event planning and on-site operations, logistics, procurement, execution, liaison with vendors.Collaborate with Singapore Government agencies for greater impact in the engagement of our networks.What we are looking for:
A university degree in any discipline and up to 3 years of work experience, particularly in (i) partnership/business development, (ii) grant management or (iii) event management. Applicants with a diploma in any discipline and relevant work experience in the above areas will also be considered.
Must be comfortable working with/learning how to use digital tools such as Salesforce and event management platforms.
Strong analytical and lateral thinking skills to translate insights and data into ideas and plans.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with a sociable and empathetic persona and able to engage varied profiles and sizes of audience.
Strong organisational and project management skills, able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Ability to travel when required.
Singaporean.
About Economic Development Board:EDB is the lead government agency responsible for planning & executing strategies to enhance Singapore's position as a global business centre and grow the Singapore Economy. We dream, design and deliver solutions that create value for investors and companies in Singapore. Through that, we attract economic opportunities and jobs for the people of Singapore and help shape our country's economic future.
