Executive, Project Coordinator (Secretariat) - Standards Development Org

Singapore Manufacturing Federation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Manufacturing Federation seeks an Executive to support standards-related programmes in a dynamic environment. The role focuses on project coordination, secretariat support, stakeholder engagement and event management under the Standards Development Organisation framework.

Candidates with exposure to administration, coordination, events, safety, manufacturing, engineering, or technical environments will be advantageous. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this entry-level position.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in any discipline.
• Experience in administration, coordination, secretariat support, events, or stakeholder engagement preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Meticulous, well-organised and able to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Fresh graduates welcome; entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support standards development projects under Enterprise Singapore framework.
• Provide administrative and secretariat support to technical committees and Working Groups.
• Engage with industry, academia and government to support standards activities.
• Assist in organising standards launch events and outreach activities.
• Do basic research to support standard development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Diploma or Degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• We are seeking a proactive and well-organised Executive to support standards-related programmes in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role focuses on project coordination, secretariat support, stakeholder engagement and event management under Standards Development Organisation (SDO) - Safety / Manufacturing.

• Candidates with exposure to administration, coordination, events, safety, manufacturing, engineering, or technical environments will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Coordinate and support standards development projects under the National Standardisation Programme administered by Enterprise Singapore.

• Provide administrative and secretariat support to Technical Committees and Working Groups, including preparation of meeting agendas, minutes, reports, and project documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with stakeholders from industry, academia, and government agencies to support standards-related activities, including development, review, confirmation, withdrawal, and promotion of Singapore Standards and Technical References, through coordination of meetings and discussions, gathering of inputs and feedback, and identifying issues, gaps, or opportunities for follow-up where necessary.

• Handle inquiries and correspondence relating to standards within the assigned portfolio in a timely and professional manner.

Event Management

• Assist in organising standards launch events and outreach activities aimed at supporting public adoption and awareness of standards, including coordination of logistics and on-site event execution.

Research Works (Ad-hoc as needed)

• Do basic research works related to industry and technical topics to support the development and review of standards, including identifying potential users and applications of the standards.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in any discipline.

• Prior experience in administration, project coordination, secretariat support, event management, or stakeholder engagement will be advantageous.

• Self-motivated and able to manage tasks independently while working effectively in a team.

• Meticulous and well organised, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment and manage time efficiently in fast paced settings.

• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work with different stakeholders.

• Good written and communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other common productivity tools.

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this entry level position.

Additional Information

5 days' work week, Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 6.00pm