Executive Secretary

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a Senior Secretary/Executive Secretary for the CEO Office to provide high-level secretarial support. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in healthcare or public sectors. Responsibilities include managing complex schedules and engaging with senior management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new hospital's operational success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience providing secretarial support to senior management.
• Experience in healthcare, public sector, or start-up organisations is an advantage.
• Ability to manage complex schedules and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to the CEO.
• Coordinate senior leadership activities during the hospital's start-up phase.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders professionally.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time-management skills

Confidentiality handling

Education

GCE 'O' Level or equivalent with Private Secretarial Certificate

Job description

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Senior Secretary/Executive Secretary, CEO Office, EGH Planning Office

Job Category: Administration

Posting Date: 14 Jan 2026

The upcoming Eastern General Hospital (EGH) seeks to provide excellent healthcare and promote healing that is centred around each person. When operational, EGH will provide a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient clinical specialties and healthcare services covering emergency, acute and secondary care. EGH’s vision is to be a great hospital for the community and a great workplace for staff, and it seeks to do so विष by harnessing innovative technologies in patient care, journeying closely with patients and the community to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, and being an employer of choice that empowers staff in their careers.

For this role, you will provideliminary highest level secretarial and administrative support to the Pro Tem Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in a dynamic and evolving environment. The role supports the effective functioning of the CEO’s Office during the hospital’s start-up phase, including coordination of senior leadership activities, governance and落 committee processes, and engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

The incumbent will be required to manage complex schedules, handle sensitive and confidential matters, and support a wide range ofVad executive and organisational activities with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.

Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent with a Private Secretarial Certificate or other relevant secretarial qualification
• At least 8 years of relevant experience providing secretarial or executive support to senior management or C‑suite executives
• Experience in a healthcare, public sector, or start‑up organisational environment will be an advantage
• Strong organisational, coordination, and time‑management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and competing demands in a dynamic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to engage professionally with senior management and key stakeholders, and to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity
• amputate proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) required
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, while also collaborating effectively within a team