Senior Executive, Communications, Eastern General Hospital Planning Office

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a Communications Officer to enhance internal communications. The role involves managing communication channels, creating engaging content, and supporting various initiatives. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in communications, possess strong storytelling skills, and be proficient in digital communication tools. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new hospital organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in communications or public relations required.
• Strong writing and storytelling ability essential.
• Knowledge of digital communication tools is critical.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage internal communications channels.
• Create content through storytelling and interviews.
• Ensure communication aligns with organizational objectives.

Skills

Excellent command of the English language

Good writing and storytelling skills

Good grasp of new communication tools

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Recognised degree in communications or public relations

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Capcut

Job description

Overview

The upcoming Eastern General Hospital (EGH) seeks to provide excellent healthcare and promote healing that is centred around each person. When operational, EGH will provide a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient clinical specialties and healthcare services covering emergency, acute and secondary care. EGH’s vision is to be a great hospital for the community and a great workplace for staff, and it seeks to do so by harnessing innovative technologies in patient care, journeying closely with patients and the community to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, and being an employer of choice that empowers staff in their careers.

This role sits within the Communications team and focuses on internal communications. You will shape and deliver clear, timely and inspiring communications that help build staff identity and drive employee engagement.

Responsibilities

You will develop and manage EGH’s internal communications channels such as the intranet, staff newsletter and internal social networking platforms, and create content for them by developing story angles, interviewing profiles, writing and storytelling to convey key messages. You will also provide communications support for various initiatives, including events and community engagement activities. Together with the team, you will ensure that EGH’s communications are aligned with its objectives, tone and style, and are timely and well-received. This role offers a unique opportunity to journey with EGH through its development milestones and ensure robust communications in the lead-up to and for its eventual operations.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree, preferably in communications or public relations
• Excellent command of the English language (spoken and written) with good writing and storytelling skills
• Good grasp of new communication tools and trends, including digital platforms such as websites/intranet systems and social media
• Able to structure content and package information to engage audiences on different communication platforms
• Possesses an eye for design. Basic know-how in the use of design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Capcut) would be advantageous
• Enthusiastic self-starter
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to build positive relationships with multi-level stakeholders
• Meticulous and pays attention to details