Manager, Advocacy, Digitalisation

2 days ago


Singapore Singapore Business Federation Full time

As the Manager in Advocacy & Policy Division, you will be part of a dynamic team supporting initiatives and programmes on advocacy, digitalisation and transformation of enterprises in Singapore.

The role will assist in managing existing programmes and committees and offers opportunities to shape and develop new initiatives that will support the transformation of enterprises in Singapore, as well as develop partnerships, enhance stakeholder relationships and work with both public and private ecosystem partners to support enterprise business transformation.

The Manager reports to the Deputy Director of Advocacy, Digitalisation & Transformation (ADT), and will work closely with the team to (1) staff committees within SBF; (2) develop partnerships, enhance stakeholder relationships and work with ecosystem partners to support enterprise business transformation; (3) develop and run industry transformation initiatives; and (4) provide support to the team in areas like market analysis, outreach and administrative matters.

1. Programme management and support
- Coordination and facilitation of existing programmes
- Brainstorm, propose and manage new initiatives
- Engage and manage relationships with partners, members and enterprises
- Marketing and promotion of outreach activities, including digital marketing, collateral design and providing input for outreach strategy to ensure success of the activities
- Ensure financial and budgetary prudence and sustainability of events and programmes.
- Track the performance of activities, initiatives, and outcomes

2. SBF Committees
- Secretariat duties to manage committees consisting of business leaders that includes preparation of meeting agenda, materials, proper recording of meeting minutes and related reports
- Engage Committee Members to gather & analyse feedback on the needs and challenges faced by Singapore businesses, especially SMEs, in the areas of such as business transformation, innovation, adopting digital technologies and cyber security.
- Drive new initiatives co-developed with Committee members to address business needs
- Develop advocacy messages that reflect the collective thought leadership of Singapore businesses

3. Administrative Support
- Support general administrative requests from internal stakeholders
- Support enterprise engagement for areas under the respective workstreams
- Support in other duties as assigned which helps drive transformation across the Singapore business community

**Job Requirements**
- Preferably 5 to 7 years of working experience in the private and/or public sector in enterprise engagement or strategic planning roles preferred
- Results-oriented, able to multitask, prioritise daily workload, and work well in a team and as an individual contributor
- Meticulous, with good organisation and logístical coordination skills
- A passion for helping Singapore businesses, especially SMEs, grow.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to express complex issues simply and logically
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to bring various parties together to achieve results
- Thirst for innovation and ability to work and synthesise with different ideas
- Proficient in organising seminars, workshops and roundtable discussions
- Comfortable with MS Office suite, CRM, digital marketing tools and virtual conferencing tools like Zoom



  • Singapore Singapore Business Federation Full time

    The Assistant Manager will be part of a dynamic team in SBF’s Advocacy & Policy Division that supports initiatives and programmes on advocacy, digitalisation and transformation of enterprises in Singapore. The role will assist in managing existing programmes and committees, and offers opportunities to shape and develop new initiatives that will support...

  • Advocacy Manager

    2 days ago


    Singapore EU-ASEAN Business Council Full time

    **Company: EU-ASEAN Business Council** **Job Title: Advocacy Manager, Sustainability** **Location: Singapore **About the EU-ASEAN Business Council**: The EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) is the primary voice for European business within the ASEAN region. Recognised by both the European Commission and the ASEAN Secretariat, and accredited under Annex 2 of...


  • Singapore Shell Full time

    **The Role**: Working on digital transformation, in a new field requiring technology integration and system engineering, across knowledge domain of traditional disciplines and functions, as well as significant change management in the assets to derive business value, is an exciting opportunity to shape the future. Individuals with a proven track record of...


  • Singapore Nippon Sanso Holdings Singapore Pte. Ltd. Full time

    We are seeking motivated and passionate person to work as Specialist, Digitalisation at regional HQ of Nippon Sanso Holdings Singapore (NSHS). This position will engage business stakeholders to accelerate the adoption of new digitalization capabilities in Nippon Sanso Asia and Oceania (NSA&O) Group Companies. **Key responsibilities for Digital** - Engage...


  • Singapore SGTech Full time

    The role requires you to have an entrepreneurial mindset to build and manage SGTech digitalisation initiatives/programmes. It will put you in the centre of C-Suite level committee of business leaders to formulate strategies that will chart the strategic direction and vision for these portfolios. These top - level professionals may include representatives...

  • Senior Manager

    2 days ago


    Singapore Jobline Resources Pte Ltd Full time

    **Responsibilities**: - Responsible for managing the development, implementation and integration of digital transformation, digital and data technology, and data services in the organisation, setting the vision and bringing stakeholders together in this journey. - Examines and does relevant technology scanning for related short-term and long-term business...


  • Singapore Givaudan Full time

    Overview Senior Regulatory Advocacy Manager role at Givaudan. This position supports regulatory engagement and public policy strategies across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Role and responsibilities As a Senior Regulatory Advocacy Manager, you will support regulatory engagement and public policy strategies across the APAC region. You will play a critical...


  • Singapore European Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) Full time

    The primary responsibilities of the Advocacy & Membership Manager will be - To facilitate (New) Committees and support with their meetings/events - To ensure membership growth - To build strong relationship with key stakeholders to create public-private engagement opportunities **General duties and responsibilities** - Leads the overall coordination of the...


  • Singapore Givaudan Full time

    Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to...


  • Singapore beBeeDigitalisation Full time $120,000 - $180,000

    Job Title: Senior Digitalisation SpecialistWe are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Senior Digitalisation Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects in the field of lab digitalisation.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage projects in the field of lab digitalisation, ensuring on-time and high-quality...