Executive (Events)
Date: 25 Apr 2024
Location: LKYSPP, Bukit Timah Campus, SG
Company: National University of Singapore
Job Purpose
The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy research think-tank in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore.
IPS is looking to hire, on a two-year contract, an Executive for its Events team. This close-knit and dedicated team is responsible for running all IPS events, which serve as a platform to communicate research findings to the broader public in Singapore.
Job Description
• Coordinating, administering, and managing a wide range of conferences and other events; ensuring the management, researchers and administration staff work closely for the success of the Institute’s events.
• Handling all aspects of event management. This includes planning, budgeting, liaising with speakers and partners, booking venues, arranging participant registration, preparing conference materials, managing event secretariats, overseeing the event on-site or online, and conducting post-event follow-ups.
• Assisting in general administrative duties such as answering the main line, maintaining the Institute’s database for event registration, and any ad-hoc duties assigned.
Qualifications
• Have at least a Bachelor’s degree in relevant Business Administration discipline from a reputable university
• Preferably with two years’ working experience or has experience in event organisation. Fresh graduates with a keen interest in event organising may also apply
• Be motivated, able to work under pressure and possess good interpersonal skills
• Have a strong command of both written and spoken English
• Be methodical, organised and a good team player
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Access
To Apply
Please upload your cover letter and curriculum vitae via NUS Career Page
Your cover letter/CV should include details such as your highest qualifications, last drawn salary, expected salary and reasons for leaving your last/current position. Please also state when you expect to be able to begin work, if this position is offered to you.
(We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.)
More Information
Location: Bukit Timah Campus
Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
Department : Institute of Policy Studies
Employee Referral Eligible:
Job requisition ID : 23910