Senior Executive / Assistant Manager (Planning & Governance)

SINGAPORE TYLER PRINT INSTITUTE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts institution in Singapore seeks a Governance and Risk Management Assistant to uphold strong corporate governance and risk management practices. You will work closely with senior management and gain exposure to the operational dynamics of an arts institution. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cultural development in Singapore's arts ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in governance, compliance, audit, or risk management.
• Membership of a recognized professional body of accountancy/governance.
• Professional certification in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining governance policies and documentation.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to key stakeholders.
• Support monitoring of the organizational risk register.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts Management, Business Administration or Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

MS Teams

Job description

Overall Job Objectives

Join STPI, one of Singapore’s leading contemporary art institutions, and play a vital role in strengthening the foundations that enable creativity to thrive.

As part of the Corporate Service team, we are looking for a motivated and driven individual to work closely with the Senior Manager, Planning & Governance and assist with upholding strong corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain frontline exposure to how an arts institution operates at a national and strategic level. The successful candidate will work at the intersection of creativity, policy and strategy: supporting Board and governance processes, learn how organisational risks are identified and managed, and develop in-demand transferable skills in governance and planning while contributing directly to the sustainability and accountability of a key institution in Singapore’s arts ecosystem.

STPI plays a unique role in Singapore’s arts ecosystem, supporting artistic innovation, capability-building, and cultural exchange through print and paper practices. As an agency under the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), joining STPI means contributing to cultural development while working in a collaborative, creative environment.

Core Responsibilities

Governance & Risk Management

• Assist in maintaining and updating governance policies, registers, and documentation (e.g. conflict of interest, related party transactions, data protection)

• Assist in preparing and submitting governance and compliance reports to key stakeholders (e.g. Board, MCCY, Charities Unit).

• Support the monitoring and updating of the organisational risk register and related reports.

• Assist in coordinating departmental inputs for risk assessments and follow-up actions.

• Help maintain the organisation’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP) documentation and ensure the BCP aligns with STPI’s governance framework, and updates are communicated across departments.

Corporate Policy & Process Support

• Assist in reviewing and updating internal policies. Conduct basic research and benchmarking to support governance or policy enhancement initiatives.

• Provide administrative support for audits, compliance checks, and follow-up actions.

• Assist with documentation, filing, and information management for governance and compliance functions.

• Prepare data inputs, charts, or summary reports for management and Board reporting.

• Undertake other tasks or projects as assigned by Senior Manager (Planning & Governance) or Director (Corporate Services).

Strategic Planning

• Track implementation of identified strategies, corporate KRIs and KPIs, and assist with timely reporting.

• Keep abreast of sectoral and national developments to ensure STPI’s strategies remain relevant.

• Support annual and mid-term planning processes, corporate reporting, and any Board secretariat matter as required.

Job Specifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts Management, Business Administration, Accountancy, or related disciplines.

• Membership of a recognized professional body of accountancy / governance related body will be an advantage.

• 1 – 3 years of relevant experience in governance, compliance, audit, or risk management roles with, ideally in the public, non-profit, or arts sector.

• Professional certification or coursework in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Data Protection, or Internal Audit are advantageous, but not essential.

• Fresh graduates with strong analytical and organisational skills are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Attributes

• Keen interest in understanding how governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, risk management principles and strategy shape the success of an arts organisation. Basic familiarity with governance, compliance, or public-sector processes is advantageous, but not essential.

• Ability to interpret policies, regulations, and codes of practice, and translate them into operational processes.

• <>Clear and confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organisation and documentation skills, with strong attention to detail.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and comfortable with collaborative digital tools (SharePoint, MS Teams etc.)

• Proactive, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and in a team.