Director Assistant and Administrative Support

1. Administrative Support: Manage schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements for the management team.
2. Communication: Handle correspondence, emails, and phone calls on behalf of the management.
3. Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive matters related to business operations.
4. Task Management: Assist in personal and professional tasks, including event planning, project coordination, and handling ad-hoc requests.
5. Product Knowledge: Stay informed and updated on the latest bicycle models, accessories, and trends to provide valuable insights and recommendations.

If you are interested to join us, you are welcome to submit your resume via WhatsApp at +65 8182 7692. Thank you! =)

Technology Risk is a specialised field within technology consulting that focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with an organisation's technology landscape. In today's highly digitised world, businesses heavily rely on technology to drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver seamless customer experiences. With the prevalent use of technology comes a corresponding rise in risks, such as cyber threats, data breaches, system failures, regulatory non-compliance, and operational disruptions.

As part of the Technology Risk practice, you will collaborate with a dynamic team of experienced consultants and engage with our clients from different sectors, addressing their technology risk challenges and implementing robust risk management strategies. This role offers extensive learning opportunities, exposure to diverse projects across different geographical locations and emerging technologies, and the chance to contribute to shaping the risk landscape for our clients while helping them navigate the digital landscape with confidence.

What you will do:

As a Technology Risk Manager/ Associate Director, your role will encompass a range of responsibilities with a focus on mitigating technology-related risks:

• Participate in business development activities such as responding to proposal requests, presentations, and publications.
• Lead the planning and execution of technology risk engagements. Assist in the development of risk-based IT internal audit programmes. Close out engagements by producing high quality documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Support the assessment of technology risks and evaluate the design and operation of client controls related to complex IT environments and systems against KPMG’s frameworks, regulatory and third-party frameworks.
• Use advanced tools and technology to increase productivity and effectiveness of our review and advice to clients.
• Identify and communicate value-adding recommendations on technology risk and control management issues, as well as performance improvement opportunities for clients.
• Attend meetings with all levels of client stakeholders to define problem statements, analyse key priorities/ issues and collaborate with team members to conduct workshops, develop responses to client enquiries and ensure timely reporting.
• Develop and conduct training for internal and external audiences on IT risks, governance, and controls.
• Involvement in end-to-end technology risk engagements; working alongside team members from various functions to overlay point-of-views (POVs) and industry insights via research and analysis; formulate solutions and recommendations to address clients’ needs, challenges and risks.
• Collaborate across global and advisory teams in technology consulting, cyber security, internal audit and deals advisory to deliver holistic solutions and multiple POVs to clients.

Who you are:

• Possess recognised tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Accountancy/Commerce/Business, or related disciplines.
• First-hand experience of 7 to 8 years in IT audit/ assurance, or IT advisory; experience in any of the following areas will be advantageous: IT Risk and Compliance, IT Governance, IT Internal Controls, IT Audit.
• Certifications in CISA will be required and certification in CISSP, CCSP or equivalent will be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of information security, IT management, system development lifecycle, and ability to learn emerging methodologies, technologies and new skills quickly.
• Self-motivated individual with inquisitive, innovative and resourceful mindset, able to work under pressure with changing priorities.
• Strong client, stakeholder and team management abilities coupled with excellent communication, written, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present ideas and results to technical and non-technical audiences, which include audit committees and senior management.
• Be innovative and resourceful with strong interpersonal, organisational, presentation and report writing skills, have a naturally inquisitive mind and be able to think “outside the box”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team, personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.

What’s up? We’re VaynerMedia! We are a contemporary global creative and media agency with an expertise in driving relevance for clients and delivering impactful business results. The independently-owned agency was founded in 2009 and has offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Singapore, Australia, Thailand, Japan and Mexico City. VaynerMedia has been recognized for its work at Cannes Lions, the Clio Awards and The Webby Awards. It is part of the VaynerX family of companies.

Culture is our key and Empathy is how we build it. VaynerMediaAPAC is strong with a world-class combination of diverse backgrounds collaborating to put forward innovative, creative and strategic solutions to the one advantage that stands the test of time --- PEOPLE. Day in and day out, we propel some of the biggest brands in the world to the intersection of attention and culture. In APAC, we are proudly +300, servicing a diverse client all around the region.

Who are you?

We’re looking for a Singapore-based Senior Business Development Director to lead this work, by providing insights-driven media and measurement strategies, strengthening client & partner agency relationships, collaborating with cross-departmental teams, while growing and mentoring the media team!

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth and building strong client relationships? We’re looking for a Senior Business Development Director to lead our efforts in expanding new business and creating impactful partnerships.

Your EXPERTISE

• Strategic Leadership & Market Expansion:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy specific to the APAC region, with a focus on creative advertising and media solutions.
  • Identify new business opportunities and markets for expansion, including emerging digital advertising channels, programmatic advertising, and data-driven media.
  • Build and nurture long-term relationships with major brands, agencies, and media partners across the region.
• New Business Acquisition & Revenue Generation:
  • Identify, target, and secure new business in line with revenue targets, driving growth through strategic pitches and account management.
  • Lead high-value sales negotiations with potential clients, focusing on both traditional advertising and digital media.
  • Monitor and deliver on sales forecasts, ensuring business objectives and KPIs are met or exceeded.
• Partnership Development & Strategic Alliances:
  • Develop and manage key partnerships with media outlets, technology platforms, agencies, and other stakeholders to create game-changing alliances that push us forward.
  • Explore new collaborative opportunities and joint ventures that can drive growth for VaynerMedia in the APAC region.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for top-tier partners, ensuring successful contract negotiations and long-term business relationships.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with internal teams including creative, product, strategy, operations, and data analytics to align business development strategies with the company’s offerings and capabilities.
  • Coordinate with the regional leadership team to integrate business development goals with broader organizational objectives.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across the APAC region.
  • Foster a collaborative, results-driven and people first culture, promoting continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Market Intelligence & Reporting:
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies within the advertising and marketing landscape in the APAC region.
  • Provide actionable insights and feedback to senior leadership, ensuring the company stays ahead of the curve in a fast-evolving market.
  • Prepare and deliver regular reports on business development performance, challenges, and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• You have experience across both traditional and digital media landscapes, collaborating across teams that include creative, media, planning, analytics, and strategy in the APAC region
• You have a minimum of 8+ years of industry experience with a proven track record of driving impactful, creative, and large scale digital media programs that produce tangible business outcomes.
• You know the APAC market inside and out, with an established network of brands, media pros, and industry insiders.
• You’re not just about the numbers; you’re a master storyteller with excellent written and presentation skills.
• You have proven output rooted in highly strategic thinking that leveraged unique insights to drive disproportionate success.
• You have examples of leaning into new/emerging platform opportunities to drive creative and media innovation.
• You’ve experienced leading and managing teams of at least 6-8 individuals (cross-disciplinary a plus)
• You have an infectious smile, an upbeat demeanor, and warm personality that contributes to an already strong company culture
• You are comfortable with a fast-paced environment; and working as an integrated team (across creative, media, and strategy)
• Professional English skills are required, and additional language proficiencies are a huge plus!

What you should know about VaynerMedia

Think “lab” and not “agency”. We get excited about solving business problems, not creating advertising for the sake of making advertising. Our entrepreneurship DNA runs deep. We’re willing to break rules, try new things, and test hypotheses if it means better understanding our craft. It’s fun!

Our environment (and pace) feels much more like a start-up than most agencies you might be used to. Hopefully that, and the opportunity to collaborate with the talented and enthusiastic crew, work with big brands excites you, as it does us. We can’t wait to meet you.

As the Asia-Pacific Regional Business Director , you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Create, maintain, and expand sales revenue in the region through successful leadership, organizational planning, and customer management. With the goal of maintaining and expanding sales revenue, act as a regional interface to coordinate all headquarters' resources, including product, operations, after-sales, and other departments.
• Provide strategic advice on the 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) to subsidiaries. Participate in and chair forecast teleconferences, promotional plans, customer account management, weekly team meetings, and regular company-wide meetings.
• Establish good relationships with customers through continuous contact; manage designated customer relationships, maintain and develop business.
• Maintain good communication with GTM/Marketing/Finance/Operations departments to ensure smooth product launch.
• Organize the formulation of the development strategy for the Operations Department and make adjustment according to changes in the internal and external environment.
• Keep an eye on the product dynamics on foreign trade B2C platforms, be familiar with hot-selling products on overseas e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Ebay, analyze the prospects of products, and be responsible for developing hot-selling products that have a rich variety, sufficient quantity, cost-effective advantages in the market and highly meet market demands.
• Guide, train and supervise the improvement of the professional quality of staff, establish an efficient organizational system, work system and employee team for the company; be fully responsible for team building and management, as well as the assessment, motivation and training of the team.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree or above, with good professional ethics, excellent conduct and high comprehensive quality.
• Have more than 5 years of company management experience.
• Have strong market development and sales skills.
• Strong communication, team building and leadership skills, capable of working across functions and at all management levels, having a good track record of previous sales performance
• Able to handle demanding schedules and situations.
• Experience in working in a multicultural or international environment.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and absolute discretion regarding sensitive information.
• Able to manage and coordinate domestic and international travel schedules according to business needs.

Make an Impact by:

• Oversee product performance and profitability for Singtel international leased line services. Continually assess business performance and customer needs.
• Lead product strategies, lifecycle management, pricing strategies.
• Management and negotiations of complex contracts with customers and partners.
• Continually define where and how to expand internationally. Develop business cases, financial models and go-to-market strategies.
• Drive new business / partnerships for new business growth.
• Gain insights into the international network and market compliance.
• Implement efficiency initiatives to improve cost structure and maintain market competitiveness.

Skills for Success:

• Degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering.
• 7-10 years of product management, strategic planning or business development experience in large organizations, preferably in Asia Pacific markets
• Experience with P/L management, financial modelling or service provider solution with strong financial, commercial acumen, and operational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Understanding of telecommunications business and market trends.
• Experience in team and people management with proven track record of success in competitive environments.

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We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for our employees & customers and will require all prospective employees to be fully vaccinated.

• Needs to have automation welding sales experience (ideally for automotive sector)
• Overall responsible for developing and managing the business development and customer maintenance of the overseas business unit

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the company's overseas business market expansion, customer development and maintenance (Southeast Asia);
• Coordinate communication between the client and the internal solution technology department of the company;
• Track the implementation process of the project with the internal project department of the company;
• Conduct research and provide development suggestions for business development in this field in foreign markets;
• Track and develop potential customers in other general industries;
• Participate in company weekly, monthly, business meetings, and project execution process meetings;
• Overall responsible for developing and managing the business development and customer maintenance of the overseas business unit, including personnel recruitment and daily management;

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or above, with 5-10 years of work experience in the automotive industry and automation field; Familiar with automotive body parts: metal structural parts industry and automated production line/automation integration.
• Having strong and deep existing clientele resources plus overseas customer relationships. The customer should preferably be an international non Chinese Mainland company (if there is no foreign-funded company, mainland companies can also be considered)
• Have a solid theoretical foundation and rich sales experience, understand mechanical structures, principles, and application methods;

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Salary: Up to $13,000 / Negotiable (Salary will commensurate according to experience & qualifications).

HOW TO APPLY:

Simply submit your application with your updated Resume in MS Word Format to Ashwin Vivek Vinod (EA Personnel Reg. No.: R22111690) (BEP) by clicking the ‘Apply link’ or call your friendly Consultant, Ashwin Vivek Vinod, at 6590 9957 or 9178 0355 for a confidential discussion.

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What the role is

At #TeamCPF, you’re not just joining a team; you are embracing a culture of excellence, collaboration, and meaningful impact. You will play a pivotal role in empowering over 4 million members to secure their retirement, healthcare, housing needs and better navigate life’s uncertainties.

We thrive on sharp minds and insightful decisions. Your ability to analyse and think critically isn't just valued; it's essential. Every choice you make contributes to our collective success.

Collaboration is our way of life. We believe in the power of effective partnerships and seamless communications across teams. Together, we amplify each other’s strengths and achieve remarkable results.

Our learning never stops. We encourage your inquisitiveness and courage to embrace new challenges head-on. Your agility, readiness to challenge conventions, embrace of data-driven strategies, dedication to learning and applying new skills fuels our innovation and progress.

At the core of everything we do lies a genuine desire to make a difference. We serve our community and support each other with compassion, empathy, and unwavering dedications. Every action we take is guided by a deep sense of purpose and a commitment to those we serve.

Join us at #TeamCPF! Together, let's redefine possibilities and leave a legacy that echoes for generations.

What you will be working on

In this role, you will:

• Lead and supervise a team to develop, drive, and manage a robust Leadership Development (LD) curriculum under School of Leadership and Management Operations. This includes addressing leadership development needs across various management levels, from junior supervisors to Senior Management and high-potential employees, aligning with the strategic demands of the organisation and the Whole-of-Government (WOG) Leadership Competency framework.
• Strengthen the leadership pipeline by incorporating best practices in adult learning and staying current with the latest trends in leadership development, executive training, and technology.
• Design and conduct effective stand-up training sessions for Senior Management, utilising appropriate learning solutions.
• Lead data-driven analysis of leadership performance by overseeing the administration of 360-degree feedback for Middle Managers to Senior Management.
• Foster a mentoring and coaching culture with the Board by driving a framework that integrates philosophy, strategy, practices, initiatives, and desired behaviours. This is to support and enhance both on-the-job training and formal learning, accelerating leadership development and growth through purposeful guidance.
• Stay abreast of emerging practices in leadership and organisational development, as well as advancements in learning design and technology.
• Oversee the operations of the School of Leadership and Management, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning.
• Monitor key success metrics, such as leadership and supervisory indices in employee opinion surveys, to track and enhance program effectiveness.

What we are looking for

We value the diverse talents and experiences that each individual brings to the table. While mastery of every requirement may not be necessary, familiarity and expertise in some of the following areas will position you for success within this team.

• Demonstrated strong track record in Leadership Development, Learning and Development, and Organisation Development, as well as experience in supervisory role.
• In-depth understanding of adult learning principles and proficiency in curriculum development, instructional design, and leadership development interventions.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify key insights, and drive data-informed decision-making.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with individuals at all levels, from junior staff to senior management. Strong facilitation abilities to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee a team in planning and executing projects, ensuring objectives and timelines are met.
• Empathetic, resourceful, and driven by a strong commitment to excellence, with a passion for making a positive impact within the organisation.

The seniority of appointment and actual corporate job title will commensurate with individual work experiences.

Position is on a 1-year full-time contract directly under the payroll of CPF Board with an option to renew, contingent upon confirmation and subject to organisational needs. Additionally, there is potential for emplacement into a permanent position.

What you can expect
Being part of #TeamCPF means embarking on a challenging and rewarding career in a progressive workplace that values productivity and growth. Here’s what awaits you:

• Opportunities to engage in a mix of formal and informal training, keeping your skills sharp in our ever-evolving technological landscape.
• Promotion opportunities based on your capability and on-the-job performance.
• A vibrant community of like-minded and friendly colleagues, where collaboration and creativity thrive.
• A hybrid work model that offers flexibility for remote work, subject to exigencies of service.
• Flexible dress code that empowers you to choose your appropriate outfit for the day.
• A comprehensive rewards package that includes annual leave, pro-family leave, medical and dental benefits, and access to recreational activities.

About Agora Student Care

Agora Student Care provides care and supervision to primary school-going children after school hours. We provide a safe and supportive environment, support students' academic progress, as well as their social and emotional development. The curriculum includes homework supervision, online worksheets, guided research, and team sports.

Role

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Student Care Teacher to join us as we look to build the future of student care at Agora Colearning.

Responsibilities

• Implement class programmes in accordance with our pedagogical framework, including conducting the Agora Student Care enrichment programme, encompassing Learn to Learn, Life Skills and Physical Activity.
• Supervise primary school children in preparing for, initiating, and completing their daily homework.
• Observe and track evidence of children's academic and holistic development using educational tools provided by Agora Colearning, and contribute to reporting progress to parents.
• Prepare, rearrange, and upkeep teaching resources and learning environment.
• Ensure safety and security at all times, taking active initiative to identify and mitigate risks.
• Model positive behaviour to ensure compliance and discipline.
• Ensure smooth transfer of student custody between the parties (parents/guardians, drivers), quick checking-in and out of the Agora centre.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification. Diploma in Care and Programme (Student Services & Coaching) or WSQ Student Care Programme is an advantage
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant teaching experience
• Ability to understand the primary school curricular content and supervise homework completion (accuracy and academic support are not expected, but minimum understanding is important)
• Great communication and classroom management skills
• Creative, enthusiastic, and energetic, with a positive mindset to learn and grow

Working days/hours

• School term: Monday to Friday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm (Inclusive of 1 hour's lunch break)
• School holidays and ad-hoc school closure days: Monday to Friday 9-hours shifts between 7:00 am and 8:00 pm)
• Part-time Working Arrangement can also be arranged.

Why Join Agora

We embrace input from our team members and encourage fresh ideas and continuous improvements, whether you are an educator, an events host or a part of our front of house team.

Here's why you should join us:

Innovative Environment: Work in an environment where your ideas matter and you have the opportunity to drive real change within a tech-enabled setting

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values open communication and mutual respect.

Growth Opportunities: Benefit from professional development and courses to advance your career.

Flexible Work Options: Enjoy flexible arrangements to fit your lifestyle, whether full-time, part-time, or freelance.

Become part of a forward-thinking team that’s passionate about creating a better place to learn and grow. If this resonates with you, reach out to us.

Job Scope:

· Is agile and up to date on regulation changes and assesses their impact on the EPD business and products.

· Monitors and disseminates information on changes related to HSA and APAC (laws & regulations affecting registration, manufacture, and distribution) to regional/global RA and the commercial team.

· Develops and provides registration strategies with its timeline, way to accelerate, anticipate potential risks with mitigation plan of assigned products/projects handling complicated issues, seeking guidance where appropriate.

· Handling new product submissions and product lifecycle management, variations, through authority, and cross-functional engagement to ensure input from cross-functional team members and issues regional regulatory plans as appropriate.

· Prepares and maintains local SOPs and policies relevant to Regulatory Affairs to comply with the company's Global SOPs & policies and local regulation.

· Provides regulatory input and support for marketing plans, product launches, and other cross-functional activities.

· Reviews, and provides input and approval on local promotional materials, product information, packaging, and labels to ensure regulatory compliance.

· Maintains and strengthens good relationships with the Health Sciences Authority of Singapore (HSA).

· Liaises and negotiates with the relevant authorities to facilitate and secure expeditious regulatory approvals.

· Attendance at project teams representing APAC EPD RA of assigned products/projects as appropriate.

· Manage strategy for responding to regulatory agency queries, ensuring scientific dossier content and consistency of scientific content and Company position across APAC.

· Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and quality of documentation.

· Manage the preparation and review of technical strategic regulatory documentation for agency submission.

· Monitor actual vs planned activities and timelines.

· Identify issues impacting project progression and work with the other functions and reporting line to recommend improvements to correct or accelerate project progression

Requirements:

· At least 5 years of regulatory experience in the pharmaceutical industry including OTC, Health supplements, Pharma, and vaccines.

· Required Singapore registered Pharmacist who has access to PRISM (HSA online system).

· Exposure or experience to regional RA is highly preferable.

· Strategic & conceptual thinking, intrapreneurship, prioritization.

· Agility, initiative, integrity, risk-taking, the anticipation of potential issues with mitigation proposal.

· Detailed and able to handle ambiguities.

· Leadership, and collaborative work with cross-functional & cross-level, project management skills.

· Fluent in both verbal and written. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and across different cultural backgrounds.

· Knowledge of local & APAC regulations.

· Well-developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

Additional Information:

· Contract duration: 7-9 month, maternity coverage

· Commencement Date: March 2025

· Working days and hours: Mon to Friday, 9am to 6pm

· Location: Duo Tower, Bugis MRT

Description

This role will take on a new leadership position in the Patec Group (comprising Patec subsidiaries and BIGL Group) and will be responsible for the strategic development, implementation and execution of HR systems, policies and practices in Corporate Office and regional sites. This role will be based in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the Group’s objectives and business needs and advise Management on HR-related matters
• Conduct and oversee full range of employment activities to meet the needs of the Group’s business units, including but not limited to recruitment, promotion, transfer, disciplinary procedures, exit process, record retention and training and development
• Cultivate a culture of diversity, inclusion and continuous learning within the Group
• Oversee talent acquisition processes to attract and retain top talent and implement competitive employee benefit program
• Manage and advise Site HR teams on establishing and maintaining a stable and positive workforce with high employee engagement and managing employee relations
• Maintain and implement HR policies and ensure compliance with labour laws and regulatory requirements
• Develop, analyse and monitor HR reports, metrics and effectiveness of HR programs
• Organise company events, meetings and employee engagement activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or HR related discipline
• At least 8 to 10 years of practical HR managerial experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Possess sound knowledge and experience in labour laws and HR best practices in regional countries
• Independent, highly driven, team-builder and high integrity
• Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication, problem-solving and people management skills
• Strong influencing and counselling skills with all levels of people
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Mandarin

Annual Remuneration

S$120,000 to S$200,000 (excluding variable bonus)

Relocating to Malaysia - KL,

You will be the lead for our client setting up branches in Asia, Europe and other major countries which cooperates with hotels to directly provide the best quality and hottest selling hotels and tourism resources to more than 15,000 travel agencies, airlines, TMC, banks and cooperative customers etc.

Our client solutions is to connect multiple international hotel groups and B2B platforms through technology to provide customers with diversified and cost-effective hotel products.

You will be in charge of more than one country including Malaysia, Vietnam, Middle East and Africa if you have similar experience managing the region.

Our client strategies is to grow the business footprint within Asia region through new hotels acquisition and retention/growth of existing accounts, leading deal negotiations with key hotels and exceeding revenue goals.

Lead, inspire, coach and develop teams to hit the country or region’s commercial KPIs;

Analyze the country/region’s market, create strategic plans, and align priorities with the management team;

Analyze and feedback on the availability and quality of data, which lead to recommendations for commercial improvements;

Develop and own relationships with key decision makers at hotels, technology partners and other local or regional partners;

Attend and participate in relevant industry or company’ s events. Job

Requirement:

More than 5years of team management with the international exposure

Strong sales skill and negotiation skill, and learning ability;

Proven experince within hotel, travel, or hospitality industry (especially OTA or B2B channels) is preferred;

Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills. Able to identify opportunities and make decisions based on facts and data;

Job Description

• Industry/ Organization Type: Event Management
• Position Title: Project Director (Event Management)
• Working Location: Toa Payoh
• Working Hours: 5 days (Mon to Fri 10AM – 6PM)
• Salary Package: Basic Salary up to $6,000 + AWS + Variable Bonus + Incentive Scheme
• Duration: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative plans that help us hit our goals and keep everything aligned.
• Oversee daily operations in the events department to ensure smooth sailing for all our events
• Review and enhance our processes quarterly to boost efficiency, cut costs, and elevate event quality.
• Leverage the latest tech and innovation solutions to streamline operations and minimise risks
• Oversee the planning and execution of all events, making sure they're on time, within budget, and meet our high standards
• Approve and monitor event-related spending and keep our financial records on point.
• Guide and support the project team, providing direction and developing training programs every six months to level up their skills
• Conduct quarterly reviews of team performance and give helpful feedback to keep everyone on track
• Advise project managers to ensure client needs and expectations are met for every event.
• Keep the senior management in the loop about operational performance, including event results, budget status, and any challenges every quarter.

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• Minimum Diploma/Degree in any discipline
• Has 8+ years of experience in event management in a fast-paced environment
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team
• Strong project management skills and experience in managing budgets

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Job Description

• Develop long-term strategies to ensure growth of the franchise business within the food services sector by analysing market trends, competitor data, etc.
• Identify and appoint prospective franchisees in target markets.
• Lead negotiations with potential franchisees.
• Ensure agreements are in line with relevant country compliance and organisation governance standards.
• Evaluate performance of the international franchisees and ensure brand consistency across all locations.
• Drive strategic planning for launch of new markets.
• Build trust with new and existing franchise partners, provide them necessary support by way of financing solutions, training etc.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree from any university in business or marketing.

• Proven record of high performance and substantial achievements in similar past positions.

• Able to produce structured and effective presentations.

• Experience in APAC region, specifically China, is highly preferred.

• Highly self-motivated, people-oriented & pro-active, and a collaborator with flexibility to take on special initiatives that may arise.

SLSQ225R710

Our Sales team is looking for a Senior Director for the global system integrator (GSI) APAC business to join us in either Sydney, Melbourne, or Singapore.

In this role, you will establish the strategy to further develop the GSI program and important partnerships across APAC. You'll work with our teams in the APAC markets to adapt that strategy to each country and achieve sales goals. You'll work closely with account managers in the region, the global partner team and the APAC marketing, business development, and services teams. Reporting to the VP of Partners for APJ, you will establish and nurture relationships between internal and external teams, helping to guide the success of the partnership for both companies.

The impact you will have:

• Further develop the GSI strategy and business plan including sales, marketing, and go-to-market strategies, programs, and offering
• Develop executive relationships with leaders of 3+ GSI partners; manage executive meeting frequency, i.e., quarterly business reviews (QBRs)
• Represent Databricks and GSI alliances as a spokesperson, subject matter expert, and presenter at trade events
• Serve as a point of escalation to help resolve field conflicts using network of key contacts within both companies as well as knowledge of mutual businesses
• Obtain critical consensus for Databricks by positioning, educating, and marketing our value proposition across GSI partnerships with both traditional solutions as well as emerging technologies for selected GSI platforms and offerings
• Lead the development and communication of the partnership performance analysis, including financial performance, agreed metrics, and related insights
• Work closely with in-country sales teams to guide collaboration and engagements with global SI teams
• Attain the sales objectives set for the GSI ecosystem

What we look for:

• 10+ years of sales or business development experience with an outstanding record of success
• 5+ years of experience serving in a senior-level partner or GSI sales-based role
• Excellence in forecast management with experience managing an accurate forecast in a regional capacity
• Demonstrated capability in strategic planning and implementation of partner programs
• Channel sales management experience, including managing global alliance partners, ideally GSIs
• Experience building virtual teams to achieve shared objectives
• Record selling SaaS technology platforms to APAC regional partners
• Experience serving in partner ecosystem leadership roles within APAC
• Extensive knowledge of Databricks partner program and ecosystem
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a cross-functional environment

Job Description

As the Regional Sales Director of the APAC/ME Region, you will be responsible for the identification of business opportunities and expansion of our client base in the Asia Pacific and Middle East Region with emphasis on Asia, Middle East, AUS and NZ regions. You will act as the primary contact, bridging the company and its customers and collaborators leveraging the Standard Biotools' protein array technology for cancer, autoimmune, neurodegenerative and infectious disease research.

You will manage a team of sales executives and field application specialists based in these regions. This position is remote, with travel requirements of up to 50% to customer sites, conferences and

exhibitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and implement the company’s commercial strategies to drive business growth and increase the company’s valuation.
• Establish, develop and maintain long-term working relationships with new and existing collaborators and customers in the region.
• Develop strategic plans and proposals for winning new opportunities with a focus on large strategic long-term recurring opportunities.
• Attend meetings with key customers, present seminars/webinars and participate in conferences and exhibitions.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal team members to develop successful longterm opportunities.
• Provide sales application support activities for our products and services.
• Build and manage a team of APAC sales executives and FAS to support the short and longterm sales and business growth targets.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage business valuation engagements.
• Develop and implement valuation methodologies and approaches.
• Provide expert valuation advice to clients across various industries.
• Prepare comprehensive valuation reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with other departments to support client needs.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes affecting valuations.
• Train and mentor junior staff in valuation techniques and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Professional certification such as Singapore CVA required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in business valuation or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Proficiency in valuation software and financial modeling.

Additional Information:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Strategic and Team Leadership

- Define and implement the engineering strategy in line with business goals.

- Lead and develop the engineering team, ensuring high performance and innovation.

- Recruit, mentor, and retain skilled engineers to meet the company’s needs.

- Identify new technologies and drive technical advancements to maintain competitiveness.

2. Product Design and Technical Oversight

- Oversee the product design process, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with market needs.

- Provide technical guidance to the team and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

- Continuously improve designs and introduce innovations to enhance product quality and performance.

3. Project Management

- Manage all engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth project execution.

4. Quality Control

- Ensure product design and production meet quality standards and customer expectations.

- Implement quality control measures and drive improvements in the production process.

- Review testing results and ensure compliance with quality requirements.

5. Supplier Management

- Oversee suppliers to ensure materials and components meet quality and cost requirements.

- Evaluate supplier performance and maintain a reliable supply chain.

- Conduct supplier audits to ensure standards are met.

6. Production Line Planning

- Design and optimize production lines to increase efficiency and meet production targets.

- Lead the installation of new production lines, ensuring effective setup and operation.

- Continuously evaluate production line performance to improve output and flexibility.

7. Process Improvement and Optimization

- Identify inefficiencies in production processes and implement improvements.

- Apply lean manufacturing and other techniques to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

- Work across teams to streamline production and maintain high quality standards.

8. Risk Management

- Identify and mitigate technical and operational risks early in the project lifecycle.

- Ensure all operations comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

9. Collaboration with External Partners

- Work with external suppliers and customers to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives.

- Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely and high-quality deliveries.

Skills / Experience Requirement:

1. Educational Background

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

- Advanced certifications in project management or engineering leadership are a plus.

2. Experience

- Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management position.

- Proven experience in leading engineering teams and managing complex projects from concept to production.

- Strong background in product design, manufacturing processes, and production optimization.

- Experience with quality control, supply chain management, and process improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

- Hands-on experience with risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation.

3. Technical Skills

- In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, product development, and manufacturing techniques.

- Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.

- Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements relevant to the company's products and markets.

4. Leadership, Communication, and Problem-Solving

- Strong leadership and project management skills, capable of efficiently leading teams, managing cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring on-time project delivery.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external partners, influencing decision-making.

- Strong problem-solving and innovation skills, able to analyze complex issues and continuously drive product and process improvements.

5. Adaptability and Flexibility

- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, market demands, and technological trends.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Company Description
Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description
The Db2 Database Engineering Administration team is part of Operations & Infrastructure (O&I) Technology Platform and is responsible for common integration infrastructure that supports communication between multiple enterprise applications and multiple business linesShould you join our team, you will be responsible for managing the team that provides design, integration, advanced problem analysis, successful deployment, and continuous operational improvement of Db2 z OS database technology used at Visa. You should be well versed in database administration practices and principles as you will share the responsibility of managing overall database build, deployment and support. You will be expected to an influential technical domain authority for the database team.Job ScopeThis Director role is responsible for the team that delivers database administration solutions which involves complex problem solving and taking a broad perspective to identify creative solutions. This management role also serves as a technical functional specialist that guides the team to provide Db2 z OS database administration and solution on development and production systems.ResponsibilitiesManage the team that supports Db2 database and database availability, database security patching, implementation of database maintenance and support the availability of development, QA, pre-production and production environments.
Ensure that sufficient resources and skills are available to provide the required technical support.
Manage a portfolio of applications databases and work with business technology groups to implement new database solutions and to maintain their own existing database portfolio.
Develop an annual business plan that determines functional activities for subsequent fiscal year.
Assist with the provision of systems, applications and operational performance monitoring, capacity planning and utilization.
Assist with the evaluation, development of business cases for the introduction of new Db2-related software into the Visa Host Systems portfolio of supported products.
Create high customer satisfaction by resolving service issues and preventing lapses in service. Represent the Db2 z OS team at any relevant internal external meetings or seminars providing feedback presentations to the group.
Create team level strategies, establish team level goals and identify new processes to improve internal productivity.
Lead projects with cross-functional involvement, interacting frequently with customers, peers and senior managers.
Ensure adequate resources are available for the provision of database support for the MVS Mainframe Support Hotline.
Maintain awareness and understanding of the current and planned software and hardware areas to ensure that Visa’s current and future application requirements are met.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• 10+ years of relevant work experience and a Bachelors degree, OR 13+ years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications
• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or other technology field
• Proven experience as a Db2 z OS Database Administrator or Manager
• Experience on providing solutions for very large database requirements
• Troubleshooting techniques and attentive, thoughtful problem diagnosis
• Auditing, Security and SOX compliance and reporting
• Strong written and verbal communication skill
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills
• Experience in setting and tracking technical goals, operational SLAs, and OKRs
• Excellent leadership and team building skills

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Plan and execute short- and long-term activities to achieve Company objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationship with clients and stakeholders.
• Developing goals for the team and business growth and ensuring they are met.
• Collaborating with management on sales goals, planning, and forecasting; maintaining short- and long-term business development plans.
• Assisting in due diligence reviews for prospective new property acquisition(s).
• Liaise with Beijing HQ effectively, take charge of processing of incoming correspondences, distribution, follow-up, and response.
• Preparing the important reports to Beijing HQ, including annual operations review, performance appraisal reports etc.

Skills and Specifications

• Degree in any discipline, background with construction management, business administrations or real estate is an advantage.
• Good command of both English and Chinese is a must, with excellent proficiency in written Chinese (In order to liaise with the Chinese speaking associates)
• At least of 10 year of related working experience
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Multi-tasking ability, resourceful and creative

• Determine the management plans, policies and business objectives related to the management of the Company and responsible for the implementation and achievement of results.
• Establish company goals and objectives, both short-term and long-term.
• Provide leadership, source and execute investment opportunities to increase investment portfolio.
• Lead due diligence, direct transaction team and coordinate transaction execution and closing.
• Monitoring and assuring data integrity and performance return accuracy for clients and partners.
• Establish and improve the Company's organizational and work system. Responsible for creating an efficient organizational team and building good communication channels.
• Coordinate the sales, market development, research and development as well as product operations in the Company.
• Coordinate the relevant internal/external work relationships, maintain and enhance the Company's brand image and reputation.
• Ensure that the company continues to make profits and grow investors’ wealth.

Requirements:

• Diploma and above in any field.
• At least 10-15 years’ experience in Management roles.
• Good knowledge of the relevant policies, regulations and industry service specifications and management standards.
• Familiar with the work processes of each stage of management, quality management system as well as import/export processes.
• Basic financial management and cost control knowledge.
• Good communication, coordination, organization and overall management skills, adhering to the customer-first and quality service management.
• Have a positive working mindset and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Have strong sense of service, good-thinking and essential leadership insights.

Performance Bonus

Annual Leave

Medical & Dental Benefits

Marsiling/Boon Keng/ Holland Village/ Sengkang

Job Description:

You will be given a class of bright young minds to care for. They will be between 7 years to 12 years of age. You will be a part of nurturing and educating our future generation. Your experience, knowledge and expertise will be highly valued in the implementation of centre programs, initiatives, and events.

Working hours: 10am – 7pm; Monday – Friday

School Holidays: 7am – 7pm; Rotating Shifts

Job Responsibilities:

• To facilitate and carry out the daily operations routine.
• Assist with English & Chinese Homework and Assessments.
• Setting up appropriate classroom rules and cleanliness of the classroom.
• Ensure the children are safe at all times and supervised appropriately and orderly.
• Foster a joy for learning and provide emotional support, care and concern as well as encouragement should the need arise.
• To be familiar with a student's medical conditions and dietary restrictions, etc.
• To adhere to the specific guidelines given by the Centre Manager as well as the roles assigned by the Centre Manager
• To work as a team and share the collective responsibilities
• Assist the children in their homework, spelling and assessment activities.

Requirements:

• Minimum Polytechnic Diploma with 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Candidates with prior experience in giving Tuition Lessons preferred
• Candidates that possess primary school content knowledge for English and Mandarin homework guidance will be an added advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Love working with children
• Responsible and adaptable
• A team player with passion in equipping and inspiring young lives.

Interested candidates please kindly send your updated CV to [email protected] or whatsapp 9355 0636 to apply!

Cloud Recruitment Pte Ltd (23C1888)

Melodie (R22104898)

Telegram Handle: Preschool Jobs Singapore

Job Description

We are looking to recruit committed individuals who have to serve together as a team to mentor children aged 7 – 12 by providing quality after-school care support in a homely environment.

You will play an active role in identifying the needs of the children and to support their learning and holistic development through the following:

• Supervising and guiding the children with their homework

• Planning and delivering programmes, such as character development programmes

• Organising enrichment workshops that can help promote the overall development of the children

• Curate creative activities to develop skills and expand mindsets in the areas of innovation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Engage children in outdoor play that serves to build psychomotor skills

As a significant adult figure to the children, you will be engaging with parents and caregivers as well as leveraging on resources in the community, for the well-being of the children.

If you have passion for children, understand the current issues facing children during this post pandemic environment, and want to take up the challenge

Other Requirements

• At least A-level or a Diploma in relevant discipline

• Preferably, WSQ Student Care certification

• Prior work experience with children with special needs is a plus

• Those without qualifications but have relevant working experience will also be considered

• Good team player

• Good communication skills

33hrs per week / 6 hours per day

Job Description:

• Oversee the full spectrum of the HR central resourcing of medical specialists from interviewing to on-boarding.
• Oversee the Total Performance Management for clinicians at cluster level which include ensuring data preparation, analysis and charting to calibration.
• Work with partnership with Centre of Excellence Manpower Planning & Analytics on specialist manpower planning in the cluster on manpower discussions at the clinical service line, monitor the manpower for the future, map out specialty pipeline and identify instability in the workforce, basic analysis of adequacy of manpower, craft and document discussion meetings as well as track the progress of this work.
• Work progressively with various Centre of Excellence and relevant key stakeholders on the edical human resource related policies, make recommendations to ensure that they are relevant and in compliance with the regulatory requirements and are up-to-date with the healthcare climate changes.
• Provide professional advice on the interpretation of HR policies, procedures, legislation, manpower planning relating to clinicians.
• Lead, manage, coach and motivate the HR Executives to ensure effective, efficient and professional delivery of HR plans, programmes, processes and services and undertake projects/assignments which may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements:

• Candidate should have supervisory experience in leading a team.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Arts or its equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of HR experience with a demonstrated track record in Human Resource function with outstanding management abilities and leadership.
• Team player, independent, resourceful and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.
• Good numeric sense, meticulous and a strong problem-solver.
• HR Experience in healthcare sector will be an added advantage.

Interested candidates kindly email your updated resume to [email protected]

Applicants who possess relevant experience for the above responsibilities are most welcome to apply.

If you do not possess the above experience, your application will still be considered on individual merits and you may be contacted for other opportunities

By submitting your personal data and/or resume, you give consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal data and/or resume by the company (or its agent) for the purpose of the processing and administration by company relating to this job application.

**We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.**

Megan Chan Xin Yi

Registration Number: R24123277

EA License No: 06C2859 (MCI Career Services Pte Ltd)

Marketing Director Responsibilities:

• Overseeing marketing department.
• Evaluating and developing our marketing strategy and marketing plan.
• Planning, directing, and coordinating marketing efforts.
• Communicating the marketing plan.
• Researching demand for our products and services.
• Competitor research.
• Working with sales department to develop pricing strategies to maximize profits and market share while balancing customer satisfaction.
• Identifying potential customers.
• Developing promotions with advertising managers.
• Understanding and developing budgets and finance, including expenditures, research and development appropriations, return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.
• Compiling lists describing our offerings.
• Developing and managing advertising campaigns.
• Building brand awareness and positioning.
• Supporting sales and lead generation efforts.
• Coordinating marketing projects from start to finish.
• Organizing company conferences, trade shows, and major events.
• Overseeing social media marketing strategy and content marketing.

Marketing Director Requirements:

• Experience in marketing and running a marketing team.
• Proven marketing campaign experience.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Strong copywriting skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage budgets.
• Professional and proactive work ethic.
• High competence in project and stakeholder management.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with digital marketing forms such as social media marketing and content marketing.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

The Position

• Lead the translation of global TA/brand strategies into regional strategies and ensure aligned OPU execution.
• Subject matter experts on the topics of pricing, access, HEOR and healthcare affairs for the respective TA/brands.
• Guides OPUs in the development and review of P&R dossiers and the associated negotiations.
• Provide OPUs with learnings and best practices from other markets and support capability development across ASKAN.
• Represent MAHA in ROPU brand teams and contribute to brand deliverables e.g., ICPs.
• Advocate with Corporate to ensure that the global market access strategies and deliverables meet the needs of ASKAN markets.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain both a deep understanding of different ASKAN market archetypes and local conditions and the TA/brand evidence, strategy and value in order to inform OPU and ROPU brand strategies and tactics.
• Guides OPUs to ensure the development and review of OPU P&R strategies, dossiers, economic models and value communications are aligned to Global/ROPU market access strategies. Evaluate and make recommendations on business cases related to price and access changes.
• Support OPUs to identify and address gaps in local healthcare policy and delivery that would adversely impact patient access to care in relevant therapeutic areas. Identify synergies and common issues across ASKAN markets and drive appropriate regional activities.
• Represent MAHA in ROPU brand teams. Provide relevant input into ROPU and OPU Integrated Customer Plans (ICPs), Healthcare Affairs Plans and Corporate Affairs plans for respective TAs as required.
• Contribute to the development of MAHA capabilities in OPUs. Provide key MAHA knowledge & insights to ROPU brand teams. Represent MAHA in other cross-functional settings.
• Lead Corporate-ASKAN interactions for respective brands/TAs. Ensure the needs of ASKAN payers and markets are reflected in global strategies and deliverables for the respective brands/TAs.
• Support the Head of MAHA with ad hoc project work (e.g., special projects, early clinical development inputs) as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree and/or post-graduate qualification in pharmacy, epidemiology, health economics or economics, public health, biostatistics or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of country experience or 3 years of international experience in Market Access and/or Healthcare Affairs function.
• International experience and hands-on experience with HTA submissions are desirable.
• Strong practical understanding of HEOR, including economic modeling.
• Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical market policies, particularly with respect to pricing and access.
• Solid understanding of healthcare systems functioning and key stakeholders.
• Deep disease and product knowledge of relevant HP brands.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal, time-management, written and oral communication skills; proficient in English.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to communicate complex topics.