Senior Executive/Assistant Manager (Sports and Wellness)

SPO Singapore Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SPO Singapore Polytechnic in Singapore invites a Senior Executive/Assistant Manager to lead and support Sports & Wellness programmes that develop students’ physical well-being, character and leadership. The role covers planning, mentoring and campus-wide activity coordination.

You will manage facilities, engage with coaches and external partners, and contribute to Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) while supporting administrative processes and departmental committees to enhance campus vibrancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably in education, sports management or youth development.
• Strong knowledge of event management and mentoring for students.
• Excellent organisational, administrative and analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal communication and ability to work independently and with teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Sports & Wellness programmes and activities with clear objectives.
• Coordinate/lead Sports Excellence Programme and related curricula and events.
• Manage programme administration, budgets and facilities.
• Mentor and guide students in Sports CCA clubs and leadership development.
• Collaborate with coaches, instructors, and stakeholders to support programmes.

Skills

Event management

Mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Programme planning

Job description

What the role is

Plaque of Commendation (Gold) – NTUC May Day Awards 2026 Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award – Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Awards 2025 The Straits Times Singapore’s Best Employers for 2024, 2025 & 2026 As a Senior Executive/Assistant Manager in the Sports & Wellness team, the appointee will support and lead programmes across Sports Excellence, Wellness for Life (WFL) and Co-Curricular Activities (CCA), with the aim of developing students’ physical well-being, character, leadership and sporting potential. The role involves programme planning and delivery, student mentoring, facility operations, stakeholder engagement and administrative management. The role will also include mentoring/guiding students in Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) club matters. He/she may be required to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to organise SP-wide events that enhance campus vibrancy and participate in departmental committees.

What you will be working on

Plan and deliver Sports & Wellness programmes and activities, ensuring objectives are achieved: Coordinate/Lead Sports Excellence Programme, Competitions, Wellness For Life (WFL) Curriculum and Sports Event delivery Manage programme administration, coaches, instructors and budgets (where applicable Coordinate sports facilities, including gym and swimming pool operations Monitor programme outcomes, safety and continuous improvement Develop and maintain partnerships with coaches, instructors, sports bodies and other stakeholders to support programmes and opportunities. Mentor and guide students in Sports CCA clubs, including leadership development and administrative support. Support departmental administrative processes, overseas student trips and ad-hoc duties as assigned.

What we are looking for

Passion for student and youth development Minimum 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably in education, sports management or youth development Strong knowledge and experience in event management and mentoring, and providing guidance to students Strong organisational, administrative and analytical skills Good interpersonal, communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Self-motivated and proactive, with strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently and collaboratively Relevant certifications in education, student development, youth mentoring, facilitation or sports would be an added advantage Willing to work beyond office hours when required

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