Executive Communications Manager (Corporate Communications Department)

Building and Construction Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) in Singapore is seeking dynamic communications professionals to join its strategic communications function. You will manage the full suite of strategic and integrated communications, drive publicity to enhance the image of BCA and the built environment sector.

You will manage integrated campaigns, media relations, content strategy, and digital storytelling while collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• University degree in communications or marketing.
• 2–4 years' experience in integrated communications.
• Strong storytelling and writing/editing skills.
• Experience in media relations and digital campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Drive publicity to enhance BCA's image and awareness.
• Lead integrated campaigns and content strategies.
• Analyse data analytics to guide media communications.
• Manage media queries and interview coordination.
• Develop crisis communications plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing and editing

Media & campaigns

Digital marketing

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's 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:

You will play an integral role in BCA’s strategic and integrated communications, including media and online campaign management. Duties include:

• 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:

The candidate should possess:

• A University degree, preferably in communications and marketing related fields, with 2-4 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.

About Building and Construction Authority

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) is an agency under the Ministry of National Development, whose mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. As the lead public agency, we champion transforming Singapore into a future-ready built environment.Our people set us apart as we champion the development of a future-ready built environment for Singapore. Our people’s commitment to regulating building safety, leading and transforming the built environment and the industry, helps us to build a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.Join us in our journey to transform the way we shape Singapore’s landscape.Impactful: Champion an inclusive and sustainable built environment for people of all ages, abilities and needs.Transformational: Lead the transformation of the built environment sector to deliver a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.Forward-Looking: Shape the landscape to prepare for the future of Singapore, rally the built environment sector to achieve far-reaching goals that reach beyond today and improve the living environment for Singaporeans from all walks of life.