Administrative Executive

Chamber Music and Arts Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural institution in Singapore is seeking an Administrative Executive to lead strategic management, oversee financial operations, and develop partnerships. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Flexibility to work during weekends is required. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with community stakeholders and support artistic programs while ensuring compliance with corporate governance practices.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of work experience in a similar role or work within organisations with an IPC status.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of detail-orientedness.
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of corporate governance practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build rapport with others.
• Flexibility to work weekends during production weeks.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and general management including corporate governance.
• Oversee budgets and financial management.
• Develop corporate and community partnerships.
• Engage and manage volunteers.
• Support sales of programmes and merchandise.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivation

Job description

Administrative Executive (Full-time)

FOCUS AREAS

• leading strategic and general management of an Institution of Public Character, including its corporate governance, policies, resource, operations and financial management
• working closely with the Board of Directors and different stakeholders to oversee fundraising and corporate governance and compliance including tax regulations to meet the organisation’s charity status objectives
• overseeing budgets, recording of financial ins and outs, oversee bookkeeping and audit processes, HR - legal and contracts and administration
• spearheading development and adoption of procedures and controls, to promote communication, adequate information flow to provide better management control and direction of the organisation
• donor relationship development and stewardship - corporate donors, individual donors, crowdfunding

WORKING TOGETHER

• development of corporate partnerships with Public Relations Executive under the direction of Artistic Director
• development of community partnerships, garnering grants and foundations support with Education & Community Engagement Executive under the direction of Artistic Director
• engagement and management of volunteers
• support sales of programmes, tickets, merchandise and more
• all-hands on deck during projects and production weeks e.g. events, concerts and more

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• at least 3 years of work experience in a similar role or work within organisations with an IPC status
• strong organisational skills with a high level of detail-orientedness
• with fundamental knowledge and understanding of corporate governance practices, policies and procedures
• with strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build rapport, establish trust, and collaborate effectively with others
• possessing a strong sense of discipline and self-motivation
• with flexibility to work weekends during production weeks

Ideal Start Date of Work

1 February 2026