[PUB-INTEC] Asst Director (Programmes & Partnerships)

PUB, The National Water Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PUB, The National Water Agency in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Content Lead for its water events portfolio, including SIWW and SIWT. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will curate high-level programmes, engage industry stakeholders and secure speakers for flagship platforms.

You will plan and deliver across formats—roundtables, summits and workshops—while building sponsorships and partnerships to ensure world-class content and impactful industry outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Management or related discipline.
• Experience in partnership management, stakeholder engagement, programme or event management.
• Strong project management, communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with the water industry is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Motivated, meticulous and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Plan, curate and deliver high-quality content across all event platforms.
• Curate and deliver key programmes such as Roundtables, Summits, High-Level Panels and Workshops.
• Engage with industry stakeholders to identify and invite speakers.
• Curate and deliver the Emerging Utility Leaders Summit at SIWW.
• Plan and execute the SIWW Water Convention with the Programme Committee.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship management

Independence & teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Business

Engineering

Environmental Management

Job description

What the role is:

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team to produce high-quality world-class water events in Singapore, including the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW), SIWW Spotlight and the Singapore Industrial Water Technology Week (SIWT).

What you will be working on:

Your main roles and responsibilities include:

1. Plan, Curate and Deliver High-Quality Content across all Event Platforms

• Curate and deliver key programmes such as Roundtables, Summits, High-Level Panels and Workshops, across all event platforms
• Engage with industry stakeholders to identify and invite speakers to speak at key event platforms.
• Curate and deliver the Emerging Utility Leaders Summit at SIWW
• Plan and execute the SIWW Water Convention, working in close consultation with the Water Convention Programme Committee.
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2. Manage SIWW Sponsorships and Strategic Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing Founding, Thematic and Corporate Sponsors. Lead engagement and collaboration with SIWW's strategic partners and international organisation partners to strengthen strategic partnership and foster long-term collaboration.Identify and secure new Founding and Thematic Sponsors.Monitor the fulfilment of sponsorship entitlements and oversee sponsorship payment tracking.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Management or a related discipline.
• Relevant working experience in partnership management, stakeholder engagement, programme management or event management is required.
• Strong project management, communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with the water industry will be an advantage.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and a good team player.

• Motivated and meticulous individual, with good project management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

About PUB, The National Water Agency

PUB is an organisation that is recognised internationally for good water management. PUB won the 2007 Stockholm Industry Water Award and was named Water Agency of the Year 2006 in the international Global Water Awards. In 2008, PUB was awarded the Singapore Quality Award for business excellence. NEWater, Singapore's high-quality reclaimed water, also clinched the 'Environmental Contribution of the Year' at the Global Water Awards 2008. At PUB, the national water agency, you will enjoy opportunities to build a clear future for the water industry.