Senior Executive/ Manager

National Trades Union Congress (NTUC); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national union organization in Singapore is seeking a qualified candidate for a strategic role that focuses on enhancing job security initiatives. The responsibilities include conducting research on global trends, aligning internal units, and developing a comprehensive communications strategy. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of workforce development and job security issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in strategic planning, policy analysis, or project management.
• Strong understanding of workforce development and job security issues.
• Experience with data analytics and performance tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct horizon scanning to identify international trends.
• Facilitate alignment across JSC units.
• Identify opportunities for technological innovations.
• Develop a communications strategy for JSC.
• Manage statistical tracking of JSC’s effectiveness.
• Prepare and present progress reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Coordination

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Performance tracking tools

Policy analysis

Job description

1. Global Insights & Best Practices

• Conduct horizon scanning to identify international trends and innovations in job security.
• Evaluate the feasibility of adapting global best practices to the local context.
• Provide strategic recommendations to enhance JSC’s initiatives.

2. Coordination & Integration

• Facilitate alignment and collaboration across JSC units and with other NTUC divisions.
• Coordinate efforts on cross-cutting issues, including prioritisation of greenfield companies.
• Ensure cohesive planning and execution of JSC’s strategic initiatives.

3. Technological Innovation

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve JSC’s operational processes.
• Conceptualise tech-enabled solutions based on business needs.
• Collaborate with the Technology Office (TO) to develop and integrate solutions with NTUC systems (e.g., AiCC, VCC).

4. Communications Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for JSC.
• Coordinate internal and external communications to ensure consistent messaging.

5. Performance Tracking & Analytics

• Own and manage statistical tracking of JSC’s effectiveness.
• Define clear performance indicators and monitor progress.
• Ensure accountability through regular analysis and reporting.

6. Secretariat & Reporting

• Serve as the secretariat for JSC-related meetings and engagements.
• Prepare and present progress reports to the Board, NTUC management, and external stakeholders (e.g., Government, SNEF).
• Support strategic decision-making through timely and accurate reporting.

Job Requirements

• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills
• At least 3–5 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis, or project management.
• Strong understanding of workforce development and job security issues.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with data analytics and performance tracking tools.
• Familiarity with technology development and integration will be advantageous.