K-Startup Manager

Korea Tourism Organization; Singapore; On-site; SGD 5,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the tourism sector is seeking a K-Startup Manager to support Korean startups in Singapore. The role involves market research, expert networking, and event organization, providing a unique opportunity to impact international business and investment in the tourism sector. Candidates must possess relevant experience and a related degree to thrive in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in tourism or investment attraction.
• Excellent English proficiency; Korean language skills are an advantage.
• Knowledge of Korea's tourism industry would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support Korean startups with market entry and business strategies.
• Conduct market research on Singapore's investment industry.
• Establish networks with multinational companies and investors.

Skills

Investment attraction

Public speaking

Networking

Research

Education

Degree in Tourism, Event Management, Business Administration, or related fields

Job description

Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) is the National Tourism Organization of the Republic of Korea, with offices located worldwide to promote and boost tourism to Korea, so as to make it one of the top destinations in the world.

To support Korean Tour-tech Startups that are eager to enter and launch their business in Singapore, the KTO Singapore Office is the only KTO Overseas office providing support for Korean Startups.

Since Aug 2022, the KTO Singapore Office has been operating the Korea Tourism Startups Center (KTSC), which is located at Samsung Hub. The purpose of KTSC is to provide a co-working office for startups and help or support them through diverse programs.

Hence, the KTO Singapore Office is looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual for the following position:

Position: K-Startup Manager(minimum 3 years’ experience in related fields is required)

Yearly based contract (including 2 months’ probation) | Monthly S$5,000~ S$6,500 (commensurate with experience), key responsibilities on the job include:

1. Support for Korean Startups

   • Cooperate with KTO Headquarters for all about Korean Startups

   • Support for Korean global challenge companies (related to business in Singapore, such as establishment of a branch office or joint venture, etc.).

   • Discover promising venture companies in Korea and establish the support plan/strategies.

   • Provide On/offline consulting services to Korean companies for entering and launching the business in Singapore.

2. Singapore Investment Market Research

   • Research on the Singapore investment industry (VC, etc.) market and ecosystem, and regular report writing.

   • Research on Singapore startups and the investment status of the industry.

   • Investigate and derive insights from the organizations that support startups entering and doing business in Singapore (Korea, Japan, etc.).

3. Expert Networking

   • Establish an expert network and build strategic alliances with multinational companies, global companies, PBs, asset management companies, etc.

   • Build a pool of experts, including industry-related consultants.

4. Support for Corporate Events in Singapore

   • Plan and operate events related to VCs and startups in Singapore.

   • Research and participate in startup-related events.

5. Data management

   1. Gather and manage the data of Korean startups, Singapore startups, etc.

   2. Build the directory or data for companies, experts, VCs, industry stakeholders, etc.

6. Match with Investors, Industry Stakeholders, and Buyers

   • Investigate the needs of companies and investors, and industry stakeholders.

   • Match and follow the results regularly.

7. Others

   • Any other related work of the Startups that KTO HQ and/or the KTO Singapore office carry out.

Applicants should possess at least the following requirements:

• Singaporean citizenship or permanent resident

• A degree related to Tourism, Event management, Business administration, Investment, Ventures, or any related fields with a minimum of Diploma

• Attracting investment, Ventures, Corporate support, and related field work experience

• More than 3 years’ experience in tourism or attracting investment-related field would be an added advantage

• Excellent written and spoken English language, good public speaker

• Basic skills in conversational and written Korean language would be added advantage

• Knowledge of the tourism industry in Korea would be an added advantage

• Able to commence employment from July 2025

Re-contract opportunities are available based on assessment after 1 year.

Send your detailed resume to us [e-mail]19 June 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for aninterview.