Volunteer & Event Management Officer

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum in Singapore is seeking an Event Officer to plan and deliver meaningful temple programmes, courses, talks, and youth initiatives. You will coordinate schedules, venues, trainers, and volunteers, and ensure smooth execution with a service-minded approach.

The role requires a Diploma or equivalent, fluent English and Mandarin, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, weekends, and holidays with overtime or time-off-in-lieu.

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Willing to learn new systems and technology.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work rotating weekends/holidays with overtime or time-off-in-lieu.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of courses, talks, volunteer activities, youth programmes, and community events.
• Coordinate event schedules, venue bookings, trainers, speakers, volunteers, and programme requirements.
• Coordinate volunteers and provide them with clear instructions and support.
• Build positive relationships with volunteers, trainers, participants, and partner organisations.
• Assist in promoting Buddhism-related courses and temple activities.
• Work with the Graphic Designer and IT team to produce publicity materials.
• Update publicity channels, including Facebook, posters, email campaigns, and partner networks.
• Track programme income and expenses.
• Gather participant feedback and prepare reports for management.

Skills

English & Mandarin

MS Office

Event coordination

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a passionate, responsible, and service-minded individual to join our team as an Event Officer. This role is suitable for someone who enjoys organising meaningful programmes, working with people, and contributing to the temple's mission of promoting Buddhist learning, community care, volunteerism, and youth development. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to serve wholeheartedly, work harmoniously with colleagues and volunteers, and support temple activities with sincerity, flexibility, and care.

Key responsibilities

• Support the planning and smooth delivery of courses, talks, volunteer activities, youth programmes, and community events.

• Coordinate event schedules, venue bookings, trainers, speakers, volunteers, and programme requirements.

• Coordinate volunteers and provide them with clear instructions and support.

• Build positive relationships with volunteers, trainers, participants, and partner organisations.

• Assist in promoting Buddhism-related courses and temple activities.

• Work with the Graphic Designer and IT team to produce attractive publicity materials.

• Update publicity channels, including Facebook, posters, email campaigns, and partner networks.

• Track programme income and expenses.

• Gather participant feedback and prepare reports for management.

About you

• Minimum Diploma qualification (or equivalent).

• Proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written) to effectively communicate with course participants, volunteers, and community partners.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Comfortable using technology and willing to learn new systems.

• Good communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

• Able to manage multiple tasks and follow through on responsibilities.

• Willing to work on rotating weekends and public holidays as required for temple programmes. All such work will be compensated with overtime pay or time-off-in-lieu in accordance with statutory guidelines.

• Reliable, proactive, and committed to delivering quality work.

• Patient, approachable, and service-oriented.

• Flexible and willing to assist wherever support is needed.