Job Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together – building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities – all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.
DESIGNATION : Manager, Events (6-month contract), Office of Alumni Relations

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Event Planning, Management, and Execution
  • Be part of a working team to organise OAR events such as SMU Alumni Homecoming 2022 and SMU IndustryCONNECT
  • Work collaboratively with OAR colleagues, external parties, and alumni for events
  • Ensure and maintain the quality and high standards of events so as to bring about a positive experience for participants
  • Where necessary and appropriate, gather feedback from participants about the events
  
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS
  
  • Degree with at least 5 years of professional experience, preferably in higher education sector and relationship management. Proven success in event planning and organisation, management, and execution.
  • Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, speech and leads by example.
  • Adept in establishing and maintaining relationships at different levels
  • Mature and able to build and maintain relationships with alumni, industry partners and stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of and adept at using technology, social media and database tools.
  • Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Able to work independently under tight deadlines, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Possesses high energy levels, an innovative mind-set, and a positive outlook.
  • Demonstrates strategic and critical thinking skills.
  • A dynamic team player.
  
  
  OTHER INFORMATION
  Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.