Unleash the Roar! (UTR!), is the national football project that aims to uplift the Singapore football ecosystem while inspiring and uniting the nation. It is co-led by Sport Singapore (SportSG) and the Football Association of Singapore (FAS).
You will be part of the growing UTR! team that will help implement plans for football development, high performance pathways and industry development to make football a viable career option. You will play a pivotal role in executing UTR!’s internal and external communications and engagement strategies. You will help plan, execute and monitor communication strategies (both traditional and digital), ensuring proactive and consistent messaging to enhance UTR!’s reputation and nurture positive stakeholder relations.
Reporting to the Team Lead of UTR! Communications & Engagement, you will be responsible for the following:
Engagement:
- Develop a deep understanding of the Singapore football ecosystem (both public and private sectors) and build trust with key members of the community
- Identify and map UTR!’s strategic stakeholders (including media outlets), key personalities & audiences for high-impact engagement
- Provide oversight of the development and implementation of strategies and plans to proactively engage and build positive, long-term relationships with critical internal and external stakeholders to promote alignment and commitment towards UTR!’s vision and mission
- Supervise and work closely with the team on the implementation of initiatives (such as regular dialogues with key stakeholders, and also effort through digital platforms) to strengthen engagement and develop loyalty and support
- Develop partnerships with new stakeholders for possible collaboration, while maintaining and deepening existing relationships
- Host and coordinate visits from external stakeholders ensuring a positive experience to build deeper engagement and relationships
Operations:
- Oversee the planning and execution of key UTR! engagement events, including stakeholder engagement sessions and media opportunities
- Curate the workflow of events operations to ensure that UTR! events operate well and delivers on the desired outcomes
- Manage and assist media outlets to cover these events, including organising media kits, facilitating interviews and generating media coverage reports
- Manage invites for stakeholders to both UTR! and non-UTR! organised events
Team Management:
- Manage team members’ performance and facilitate their learning and development to achieve the desired performance expectations and career growth
- Establish strong collaborative relationships with other teams to create alignment and synergy
Requirements:
- We are looking for highly motivated individuals who positive, team-oriented attitude, value integrity, teamwork and take pride in going the extra mile to provide excellent service to stakeholders and the community. Preferably, this individual is a firm believer / advocate for sport and active lifestyle him/herself. Knowledge and understanding in Singapore’s local sporting system, especially football is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Communications, PR, Marketing, Business Management, Sport Management or equivalent.
- 10-15 years of hands-on communications & engagement experience, preferably in both public and private sectors. With at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in leadership-oriented role.
- Culturally sensitive and open to diverse views.
- Project management and vendor management skills required to lead project/initiative design and implementation.
- Ability to manage risk and ambiguity, define scope, and manage multiple priorities and internal/external stakeholders’ expectations to meet objectives.
- A leader who’s willing to roll sleeves up and get the team across the line.
- Past experiences in setting up new departments or organizations will be an advantage.
- Strong communication, crisis management, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels.
- Proven ability to establish rapport and collaborate effectively.
- Detail-oriented and results-driven.
- Effective team leadership skills.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
