Executive/ Senior Executive (Events)
Job Description
The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is seeking to recruit Executives or Senior Executives on a two-year contract to join its Events team. This collaborative and dedicated team is responsible for organising all IPS events, which serve as a platform to communicate research findings to the broader public in Singapore.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating and managing a wide range of conferences and events, fostering collaboration among management, researchers and administrative staff to ensure the success of the Institute’s events;
- Handling event management aspects such as planning, budgeting, liaising with speakers and partners, venue booking, registration of participants, preparing conference materials, managing event secretariats, overseeing on-site or virtual events, and conducting post-event follow-ups;
- Providing general administrative support, including managing the main phone line, maintaining the Institute’s event management database and handling any ad-hoc tasks assigned;
- Assessing and recommending appropriate platforms for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events to keep the team updated with industry trends.
Qualifications
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field from a reputable university;
- Preferably with two years of professional experience or event organisation background. Fresh graduates with a keen interest in event planning are also welcome to apply;
- Demonstrate motivation, the ability to perform well under pressure and strong interpersonal skills;
- Exhibit a strong command of both written and spoken English;
- Be methodical, organised and an effective team player;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Access and events platforms/tools (like Pigeonhole, Qualtrics, LinkTree).
More Information
Location: Bukit Timah Campus
Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
Department: Institute of Policy Studies
Job requisition ID: 32211
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