Position Title: Contest Management Executive
Department: Competitions & Events Management
Location: Singapore (Office-based, with occasional remote/onsite duties), Overseas (Work from home, with occasional onsite duties outside of Singapore)
Reports To: Senior Director
Role Overview
The Contest Management Executive will be responsible for managing and administering competitions hosted by SIMCC. This role ensures the smooth execution of contests from planning to completion, including registration, coordination with partners, contest paper administration, result verification, and announcement. The candidate must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Contest Administration & Operations
- Oversee the full contest lifecycle, from registration to result processing and result announcement.
- Manage online and onsite contest administration, including contest papers, invigilation guidelines, and Contest Management systems.
- Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely printing, packing, and delivery of contest materials (certificates, medals, papers) for competitions held in Singapore.
- Ensure timely communication with partners and participants regarding contest guidelines and updates.
Partner & Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with international country partners to ensure smooth coordination of contests.
- Provide timely support and resolution of queries related to contest procedures, registration, and results.
- Ensure professional handling of sensitive matters such as result verification, appeals, and policy clarifications.
Results & Quality Assurance
- Work closely with examiners and IT team to ensure accurate marking, scoring, and result uploads.
- Verify results, manage appeals, and ensure fairness and transparency in Contest management systems.
- Ensure quality checks for contest materials, result accuracy, and award distributions.
Global competitions Support
- Support planning and execution of Global competitions, both in Singapore and internationally.
- Assist with logistics and managing the contest at the venue.
Requirements
- Degree in Education, Business Administration, Event Management, or related fields.
- Prior experience in event/contest/academic program management preferred.
- Teachers with teaching experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration tools.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Attributes
- Passion for education and academic competitions.
- Problem-solving mindset with adaptability in handling challenges.
- Ability to work with diverse international stakeholders across cultures and time zones.
- Willingness to work evenings or weekends during peak contest seasons.
Career Progression
SIMCC offers clear growth opportunities for high-performing executives. A successful Contest Management Executive can advance through the following career path:
- Contest Management Executive → Entry-level role responsible for administration and coordination of contests.
- Senior Contest Management Executive → Oversees larger contests, mentors junior executives, and handles complex operations.
- Competition Manager → Manages overall contest operations, supervises a team of executives, and works on strategy and partner relations.
- Senior Competition Manager / Head of Competitions → Leads contest planning and strategy at a global level, working closely with senior management and international partners.