Management Traineeship (Events)

PURPLEFOREST EVENTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management company in Singapore is seeking a recent graduate for a 12-month Events Manager Traineeship. The role involves planning and executing professional events for the government sector, and requires strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be motivated, detail-oriented, and proficient in English, with a Bachelor's degree expected by 2025. This program offers hands-on experience and potential for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Singapore citizen currently residing in Singapore.
• Expected to have a Bachelor’s in Communications, Marketing, Project Management, or Hospitality.
• Great command of English for professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of seamless events.
• Interact with clients to ensure satisfaction.
• Prepare administrative documents for event day.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree (expected by 2025)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Productivity tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams)

Job description

Are you a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career in events management? PurpleForest Events invites highly driven and dynamic individuals to join our 12-month Events Manager Traineeship programme, designed to provide hands-on experience in planning and executing professional conferences, award ceremonies, special launch events and international meetings for the government sector.

ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP PROGRAMME

• Established in 2022, our 2025 intake marks the 4th batch of this exclusive programme.
• Prioritising fresh graduates, this traineeship has a proven track record, with successful trainees offered full-time contracts.
• Trainees work under the guidance of experienced managers to prepare and execute events, gaining valuable skills in liaising with 3rd party partners, corresponding with clients, and executing tasks critical for event day execution.
• Successful trainees evolve into competent and highly sought-after event professionals capable of handling significant government sector projects.

THE PURPLEFOREST WORK CULTURE

At PurpleForest Events, we cultivate a unique work culture characterised by small teams, flat hierarchies, and a commitment to excellence. Join us to experience short communication paths, pragmatic problem-solving, and exposure to various client accounts and event types. We prioritise building your knowledge, experience, and confidence, fostering personal and professional growth.

HOW DO TRAINEES ASSIST THE COMPANY

As an Events Management Trainee, you play a crucial role in delivering seamless execution of events to meet and exceed client expectations.

• Event Execution Excellence:
  Work with experienced managers to execute flawless events by liaising with 3rd party partners, ensuring services are secured according to requirements and managing pre-event client correspondence.
• Administrative Expertise:
  Develop organisational skills by preparing administrative documents for event day use, including but not limited to registration collation, printing guest name badges, creating holding slides, drafting emcee scripts, and minute-by-minute administrative programmes and more.
• Client Engagement:
  Interact directly with government sector clients and international VIPs, ensuring client expectations are not only met but exceeded through meticulous planning and execution.
• Skill Development:
  Gain hands-on experience that allows you to evolve from a supporting role to a competent event professional, capable of quoting, managing, and executing professional events for the government sector.

WHO THIS IS FOR

This role is suited for candidates who:

• Thrive when working with clear timelines and well-defined tasks, yet are ready to step up figure things out when plans shift
• Take pride in delivering high-quality work with precision and attention to detail
• Are naturally organized and dependable, but also curious and proactive in solving problems
• Can stay clam and adaptable when something unexpected comes up and take charge to keep things on track
• Want to grow beyond execution to lead projects, coordinate teams and influence outcomes
• Are eager to learn in a supportive, structured environment with real project exposure and opportunities to develop leadership skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Singapore citizenship currently residing in Singapore.
• Bachelor’s degree (expected by 2025) preferred, especially in Communications, Marketing, Project Management, or Hospitality.
• Excellent command of the English language for effective and professional communication with government sector clients and international VIPs.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Familiarity with productivity tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, etc. to facilitate working in-person at the office, remotely from event venue or at home.
• Highly sense of responsbility and willingness to learn
• Disciplined and self-motivated to work independently and remotely when required.

HOW TO APPLY

Craft a cover letter to share with us your interest in the events industry and PurpleForest Events. This is an opportunity to showcase your written proficiency in English. In addition, do include the following essential information in your resume:

• Full Name
• Contact Number
• Email Address
• Nationality
• Education Qualifications
• Employment History
• Reasons for leaving your last job (if applicable)
• Earliest available start date
• Expected salary

Please ensure your application documents are complete and send them to [e-mail]