Senior Executive, Events and Engagement

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed professional organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Events & Engagement Manager to oversee high-profile events and stakeholder collaborations. The successful candidate will build relationships with senior executives, manage complex projects, and develop impactful engagement initiatives. A minimum of five years of experience in event management and a degree in any discipline are required. This role is crucial for maintaining the Institute's standards and enhancing its profile.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in event management or training development.
• Proven ability to engage C-suite leaders and board chairs.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage committee meetings and logistics.
• Lead planning and execution of signature events.
• Develop communication strategies for events.

Skills

Event management

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Tech-savvy

Education

Diploma/Degree in any discipline

Tools

Event platforms

CRM systems

Digital tools for outreach

Job description

Role Overview

This senior role is a key addition to the Events & Engagement team, which plays a central part in delivering high-profile events, stakeholder collaborations, and member engagement initiatives.

As part of a lean team, you will take ownership of event design and execution, committee coordination, and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with senior executives, including engagement of SGX-listed companies board chairs, to ensure impactful programming and meaningful engagement. Sponsor management is a prerequisite, and knowledge in audit, governance, and regulations would be valuable.

Key Responsibilities

1. Committee & Secretariat Support

• Coordinate and manage committee / chapter meetings, including agenda preparation, logistics, documentation, and minutes
• Support the Chairs and members to ensure productive discussions and follow-up on action items
• Assist to develop annual events, track progress, and report event plans and monitor progress

2. Events and Member Engagement

• Collaborate with stakeholders — from regulators and listed companies to professional bodies and industry partners — to identify needs and co-create impactful programmes relevant to SID
• Lead the planning, organisation, and execution of signature events, training programmes, and engagement initiatives
• Conduct pre- and post-event evaluations, gather feedback, and prepare reports to improve future programmes
• Track and monitor KPIs, budgets, and timelines to ensure high-quality delivery
• Maintain proper and accurate database records and documentation, event closing reports including claims submission

3. Communications & Outreach

• Develop and oversee event and programme communication strategies. Collaborate with the marketing team to design promotional campaigns, event collaterals, and newsletters
• Assist in developing engaging content for social media, ensuring visibility and outreach to members and partners including sponsors.
• Highlight SID’s impact by showcasing success stories and strengthening the Institute’s profile

4. Process Improvement & Compliance

• Support the Events & Engagement team to refine workflows and strengthen operational processes for efficiency
• Contribute to SID’s compliance with internal standards and external requirements
• Identify opportunities for innovation in member engagement and propose improvements

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in any discipline
• At least 5 years’ experience in event management or training development within an association, professional body, or consultancy firm
• Proven ability to engage and build relationships with senior executives, experience with C-suite leaders and board chairs of SGX-listed companies would be an advantage
• Excellent organisational skills with experience managing multiple complex projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and present confidently
• Tech-savvy, with working knowledge of event platforms, CRM systems, or digital tools for outreach
• Effective and engaging personality to represent SID professionally
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable, with a passion for delivering high-quality engagement and advancing professional standards