General Manager

Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional organization in safety and health is seeking a General Manager to provide strategic leadership for its Secretariat and Academy. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of leadership experience in education/training, financial management, and business development. Responsibilities include translating strategic directives into operational plans, overseeing budget and performance, and expanding partnerships within the industry. Candidates with a strong understanding of the regulatory environment in Singapore are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in strategic and operational leadership.
• Proven ability to manage education/training organisations.
• Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic directions into operational plans.
• Oversee budgeting and performance tracking.
• Expand industry partnerships and increase visibility.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Business development

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

ACTA / ACLP preferred

Job description

Position Title:General Manager
Reports to:SISO Executive Committee (Exco)
Supervises:Secretariat and Academy Teams
Location:Singapore
Appointment Type:Full-Time

🔹Job Purpose

The General Manager (GM) of SISO will serve as the executive leader responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and business leadership of both the SISO Secretariat and the SISO Academy. The GM reports directly to and is accountable to the SISO Executive Committee (Exco), executing its strategic directives and ensuring operational excellence across the organisation. The GM will drive innovation, professional development, and capability uplift for the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) profession in Singapore.

🔹Key Responsibilities

🧭Leadership & Strategic Execution

• Translate strategic directions from SISO’s Exco into operational plans and lead execution across Secretariat and Academy functions.

• Advise Exco on forward strategies, priorities, and performance issues, and provide leadership in organisational transformation efforts.

• Build a lean, agile, and future‑ready organisation structure that supports growth and operational resilience.

📊Business & Financial Management

• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and performance tracking across SISO and the Academy.

• Develop and manage business strategies to improve revenue streams, including government‑funded and commercial training programmes.

• Implement cost control mechanisms and reporting systems in line with governance and compliance expectations.

• Strategically manage and justify the impact of non‑revenue generating activities andFOC (Free‑of‑Charge) eventsto ensure value alignment with SISO's mission and membership services.

🌐Business Development & Industry Engagement

• Expand industry partnerships, membership, and outreach in support of SISO’s strategic vision.

• Drive engagement with regulators, institutions, industry bodies and international partners (e.g., INSHPO, APOSHO).

• Lead branding, marketing, and communications strategies to increase visibility and impact.

📚Academy Oversight & Capability Development

• Ensure the successful review, rollout, and continuous improvement of SISO Career Progression Pathway (CPP) as a national professional development standard.

• Oversee design and delivery of training programmes, ensuring relevance, compliance, and learner satisfaction.

• Act as anenabler and facilitatorfor building a robust talent pipeline within the WSH profession by aligning programmes to current and future industry needs.

🧩Organisation Management & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and manage a multi‑functional team spanning operations, training, membership, and industry development.

• Conduct organisational reviews to ensure role clarity, job fit, and talent alignment.

• Promote adoption of digital tools and data analytics to improve efficiency and decision‑making.

🔹Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) in a relevant field such as Education, Business, or Occupational Health & Safety.

• ACTA / ACLP is preferred; DACE / DDDLP is an advantage.

• At least 10 years of experience in strategic and operational leadership, with a track record in managing education/training organisations.

• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive growth in member‑based or public‑sector organisations.

• Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment and workforce development ecosystem.