Executive Officer

Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is hiring for an administrative role within the Digital Industry Singapore team. This position involves supporting secretariat duties, managing processes, and contributing to project execution. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma and relevant experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools. Successful applicants can expect a supportive work environment dedicated to fostering career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant experience in general administration roles.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with secretariat duties and administrative tasks.
• Managing internal processes for compliance with deliverables.
• Maintaining databases and documentation for stakeholders.
• Driving project execution and coordinating with teams.
• Contributing to financial planning processes.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Outlook

Good use of collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Skype)

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask effectively

Proactive approach to work

Education

Diploma or equivalent qualification

Job description

[What the role is]

About EDB

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore.



For more information on EDB, please visitwww.edb.gov.sg

About Digital Industry Singapore (DISG)



The Digital Industry Singapore (DISG) office is a joint office comprising officers from EDB, ESG and IMDA. DISG will drive job creation, capability building, enterprise development and internationalization across key local and international digital enterprises.

[What you will be working on]

You will be part of the Digital Industry Singapore team, supporting the following functions:

• Assisting with secretariat duties including arranging for meetings and maintaining schedules, and any other ad-hoc administrative tasks as required (e.g. answering calls, emails, addressing general queries)
• Managing internal processes to ensure timeliness and compliance with DISG’s deliverables (e.g. Audits, budget management)
• Maintaining databases and proper documentation of files, including activity and monthly updates for stakeholders
• Drive successful programme execution (e.g. project-based initiatives by DISG) by managing operational workloads and coordinating with external stakeholders and internal teams
• Contribute to semi-annual financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with company's strategic objectives
  
  

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this position, the candidate must have/be:

• Minimum of a Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant experience in general administration roles
  
  

[Skills and Abilities]

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Outlook
• Good use of collaboration tools, particularly Microsoft Teams and Skype
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
• Proactive approach to work with demonstrated teamwork
• Singaporean
  
  

Applicants may expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.