Events & Programmes Executive

DORMITORY ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community engagement organization in Singapore is seeking an Executive to coordinate events from planning to execution. Responsibilities include conceptualising programmes, managing publicity efforts, and providing operational support at the Centre. The ideal candidate should have 1–3 years of experience in event management and possess strong organisational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic design tools is preferred. This role may require working evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in event management, community engagement, or recreation-related roles.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise and organise recreational, educational, and wellness programmes.
• Coordinate with community partners, NGOs, and volunteers on event logistics and implementation.
• Prepare and distribute event publicity materials.
• Promote activities through social media and community channels to maximise participation.
• Assist in venue setup and coordination during events.
• Support daily centre operations, including visitor assistance and activity scheduling.
• Liaise with external partners to co‑organise programmes.
• Recruit, brief, and manage volunteers for community activities.
• Maintain programme databases and attendance records.
• Prepare post‑event reports and expenditure summaries.

Skills

Creative

Energetic

Detail-oriented

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic design tools (e.g. Canva)

Job description

The Executive will coordinate events from planning to execution, manage publicity efforts, and support the operational needs of the Centre.

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme Planning & Coordination
   • Conceptualise and organise recreational, educational, and wellness programmes.
   • Coordinate with community partners, NGOs, and volunteers on event logistics and implementation.
   • Ensure all programmes are well‑documented, evaluated, and aligned with engagement objectives.
2. Event Marketing & Publicity
   • Prepare and distribute event publicity materials (e.g. posters, digital content).
   • Promote activities through social media and community channels to maximise participation.
   • Assist in capturing photos, videos, and success stories for reporting.
3. Operational Support
   • Assist in venue setup and coordination during events.
   • Support daily centre operations, including visitor assistance and activity scheduling.
4. Partnership & Volunteer Management
   • Liaise with external partners to co‑organise programmes.
   • Recruit, brief, and manage volunteers for community activities.
5. Reporting & Administration
   • Maintain programme databases and attendance records.
   • Prepare post‑event reports and expenditure summaries.
   • Support procurement and documentation processes.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in event management, community engagement, or recreation‑related roles.

Skills & Competencies

• Creative, energetic, and detail‑oriented.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic design tools (e.g. Canva) preferred.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends for events.