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Programme & Event Executive (2- years contract)

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Original
Simplified
Location
Raffles Place
Job Function
Office Administration
Employment Type
Contract
Position Level
Junior executive
Education Level
Diploma
Min Yrs of Work Experience
2 Years Of Experience
Number of Vacancies
1
Posted On
11 hours ago
Expiring On
3 months
Job Description
Programme & Event Executive (2-year Contract)
As part of the Association’s value-added services to its members, we administer government grants to support shipping companies in meeting their manpower needs. As the Programme & Event Executive, you will be responsible for the administration of programme applications, grant claims and grant disbursements. Reporting to the Head of Communications & Membership, this role requires strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills to ensure smooth execution of the programme’s lifecycle.

You will also be tasked to plan and execute the Association’s signature networking events that engages the membership body and position the Association as a maritime partner of choice.

Key tasks
  • Customer Relationship Management: Respond to inquiries, and manage customer leads, and stakeholder relationships.
  • Eligibility Assessment & Compliance: Evaluate applications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to government guidelines.
  • Grant Management: Manage the workflows of the manpower grant programme, ensuring compliance and smooth execution.
  • Grant Processing: Assist with approval, claims submission, and disbursement of funds to eligible companies.
  • Online System Management: Manage programme tasks through the Workforce Singapore’s programme partner portal.
  • Monthly Reporting: track programme outcomes and budget commitments to ensure SSA meets WSG’s compliance framework
  • Events Management: Event planning & logistics, procurement, managing guests lists, administration of sponsorship entitlements and management of vendor

Skills & Competencies
  • Customer-Focused: Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Program Management: Ability to manage tasks and workflows efficiently
  • Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy in documentation and processing
  • Problem-Solving: Proactive and resourceful in addressing challenges
  • Team Collaboration: Works well across departments
  • Software Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office and Government online portals

Job Requirement
Requirements:
  • Qualifications: A Diploma in Business Administration.
  • Experience: Background in business administration, customer service, event management; prior experience in the shipping industry is an advantage.
  • Attention to Detail: Highly meticulous, proactive, and resourceful team player.
  • Customer-Centric: Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and engage with all levels of an organisation.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and WordPress
  • Fresh graduates with some experience with customer service or admin work will be considered

This position is open to Singaporeans and PRs only. Interested applicants, please email your CV, expected salary and availability to [email protected]


About Singapore Shipping Association
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The Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) is a national trade association formed in 1985 to serve the interests of its members and enhance the competitiveness of Singapore as an International Maritime Centre and global hub port. The association represents over 500 member companies comprising of ship owners and operators, ship managers, ship agents and other ancillary companies such as shipbrokers, classification societies, marine insurers, bunker suppliers, maritime lawyers, shipping bankers, maritime tech startups amongst others. As the voice of the shipping industry, the SSA engages and collaborates with related government agencies, and is also actively involved in promoting Singapore’s shipping interests both regionally and internationally. SSA also strives to give back generously on behalf of its members, to nurture the next generation of maritime talent and in Corporate Social Responsibilities activities.