Government Relations Manager

The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore); Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore) seeks a dynamic Senior Executive/Manager for its Special Projects and Government Relations team. This full-time role involves developing advocacy strategies and maintaining key relationships with government and business leaders. Ideal candidates will have strong project management and communication skills, a Bachelor's degree, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Join us in promoting the interests of our 700 member companies in Singapore and the region.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for relationship-building.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute government relations strategies.
• Establish and maintain relationships with government officials.
• Advocate for policies aligned with AmChamSG's goals.

Skills

Writing Skills

Relationship Management

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Direct message the job poster from The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore)

Dr. Hsien-Hsien Lei Dr. Hsien-Hsien Lei is an Influencer

CEO, AmCham Singapore | Adj Assoc Prof, NUS SSH School of Public Health | Board Member | Keynote Speaker

Established in 1973, The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmChamSG) is the largest international business association in Singapore, with nearly 700 member companies. AmChamSG is a non-partisan business-progressive association. Our mission is to promote the interests of AmCham members in Singapore and the region by providing advocacy, thought leadership, and community through our programs, events and publications.

About the Role

AmChamSG seeks a dynamic and experienced Senior Executive/Manager to join our Special Projects and Government Relations team. This full-time position reports to the Head, Special Projects and Government Relations. The team plays a crucial role in developing new programs and initiatives, serving as the primary liaison with the U.S. and Singapore governments, and supporting public relations efforts.

This position offers significant exposure to senior business and government leaders across diverse industries and sectors. The ideal candidate possesses strong emotional intelligence, persuasive communication skills, a professional demeanor, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a people-focused role requiring a detail-oriented self-starter.

Major Responsibilities

o Develop and execute comprehensive government relations strategies to advance AmChamSG

o Establish and maintain relationships with key government officials, agencies, and policymakers

o Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide insights on potential impacts to AmChamSG and our member companies

o Advocate for policies that align with the goals and values of AmChamSG

o Collaborate with internal teams to develop policy positions and recommendations

o Prepare and deliver compelling advocacy materials, e.g., policy briefs, publications, and position papers

· Strategic Planning

o Work with senior leadership to align government relations strategies with the organization's overall strategic plan

o Identify and prioritize key government relations opportunities and challenges

o Measure and report on the effectiveness of government relations efforts

o Draft letters to government officials to invite them to participate as the guest of honor, deliver keynote address and/or take part in fireside chat or panel

o Develop talking points, speeches, presentations, and other communications

As required, provide logistical support for the Chamber's events

Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

Strong candidates will have strong writing skills, a sophisticated understanding of relationship management, and demonstrated success with project management. They must be able to acclimate quickly, assess internal and external priorities and establish the relationships they need to move forward and execute. The candidate must be able to work independently yet collaboratively in a high-performing, fast-paced environment.

· Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree

· Applicants with 3-5 years of experience are encouraged to apply

· Applicants must be organized, have strong attention to detail and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

· Strong oral communication and writing skills with demonstrated ability to effectively engage with senior stakeholders in business and government

· Able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, complete workload within established timeframes

· Applicants should be self-motivated, results oriented and eager to learn

· Must be able to work independently and follow through on assignments

· Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively cultivate internal and external relationships

Application Guidelines:

Qualified applicants are invited to email a detailed resume, availability and salary expectation to Celina Chong at [e-mail]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted upon selection for a writing test. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  International Trade and Development

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