Executive Communications Manager

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) seeks dynamic individuals to contribute to its growing strategic communications functions and help strengthen Singapore’s built environment image. You will drive integrated campaigns, develop content strategies, manage media relations and use data analytics to guide communications, while collaborating with internal stakeholders and a digital team.

This is a contract employment opportunity within the Singapore Public Service, offering exposure to

Qualifications

• University degree in communications/marketing or related field.
• 1–4 years in integrated communications including media and campaigns.
• Strong storytelling and editing skills.
• Proven track record in managing integrated campaigns.
• Ability to collaborate in a people-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive communications strategies delivering policy outcomes for different target audiences.
• Conceptualise and execute integrated campaigns to deliver BCA messages and calls to action for varied audiences.
• Develop content strategies and define correct target audiences; leverage multi‑channels to achieve outcomes.
• Prepare, analyse and leverage data analytics to guide media communications and manage media relations.
• Lead content with the digital team to support communication objectives.
• Manage issues and develop crisis communications plans.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing & editing

Campaign management

Digital marketing

Project management

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

University degree in communications/marketing

Job description

What the role is

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development and transformation of the Built Environment sector, to improve Singapore’s living environment. We are looking for dynamic individuals who can contribute to BCA’s growing strategic communications functions. The candidate will be involved in the full suite of strategic and integrated communications work and will drive publicity to enhance the image of BCA and the built environment sector.

What you will be working on

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to synthesise information from multiple sources to develop comprehensive communications strategies that deliver policy outcomes for different target audiences.
• Conceptualise and execute integrated, targeted communications campaigns and programmes to effectively deliver BCA messages and call to action for varied audiences.
• This includes developing content strategies and defining the correct target audience, leveraging multi channels to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Prepare, analyse and leverage data analytics to guide media communications, including staffing and managing media queries and interviews, preparing press materials and proactively engaging the media to pitch stories and deliver key messages.
• Lead and curate content with digital team and ensure it is done in a creative and engaging way to support communication objectives.
• Manage issues with various stakeholders and develop crisis communications plan.
• Foster strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders and partners.

What we are looking for

• A University degree, preferably in communications and marketing related fields, with 1 to 4 years of work experience in integrated communication function including media and campaign management, and digital marketing
• Strong storytelling, writing and editing skills
• Proven track record in project management for integrated campaigns, with tangible outcomes
• Ability to interact and work collaboratively in a people-oriented environment
• Multi-task and can thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• A self-driven team player, as well as an independent self-starter, with strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Professional and positive attitude towards work and learning
• Successful candidates will be offered contract employment.

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.