[What the role is]
The Education & Manpower Development (E&MD) team oversees policies and programmes which aim to build a skilled arts workforce that will shape Singapore’s cultural development.[What you will be working on]
What you will be working on:
(i) Oversee appointment of appointed Event Management Companies (EMC) and vendors (including photography and videography) and ensure they deliver as per specifications, requirements and timeline
(ii) Oversee venue set-ups and tear-downs including furniture, backdrop, F&B, AV equipment, branding collaterals etc.
(iii) Liaise with venues i.e. logistics and equipment matters and coordinate with EMCs accordingly
(iv) Oversee administrative duties, including guestlist management and liaison, volunteer management, printing of certificates
(v) Ensure the smooth running of the events
(vi) Oversee project closure and conduct after-action review
[What we are looking for]
What we are looking for:
• Minimum 5 years of experience with a strong track record in project or event management (of this scale and stature)
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word & Powerpoint)
• Planning, coordination and communication
• Data and numerical literacy
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Good command of written English
• Managing diverse types of vendors and organisers
• Proactive, resourceful, self-motivated and a team player
• Able to work independently and deals effectively with work pressure to meet tight deadlines and is highly adaptable
• Willingness to learn
• Interest and involvement in the arts will be advantageous
Functional Competencies required for position:
• Programme Implementation
• Programme Implementation Review and Evaluation
• Project Execution
• Resource Management