Total 3 programme director job vacancies in D07 Golden Mile, Middle Road

Working Days: 5.5 days

Working Hours: 9 am to 6 pm (Monday to Friday)

Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm

Monthly Salary Ranges: S$10,600 to S$12,500

About the Role:

This position will lead the efforts to connect Korean startups with opportunities in Singapore and Southeast Asia. As the Managing Director, you will be at the forefront of supporting Korean startups in expanding into the dynamic Southeast Asian market. You’ll play a pivotal role in building partnerships, fostering innovation, and creating impactful market access programs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute strategies to support Korean startups entering Singapore and Southeast Asia.
2. Build strong relationships with local stakeholders, including investors, corporations, and government entities.
3. Lead market access programs and establish partnerships within the startup ecosystem.
4. Identify startup growth opportunities and support their scale-up & fundraising journey.
5. Represent the company at key industry events, fostering a strong regional network.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration.
2. Proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably in venture capital, startups, or innovation ecosystems.
3. Strong ability to lead teams and manage cross-border projects.
4. Deep understanding of the Korean, Singapore, and Southeast Asian startup landscape, including market entry strategies and ecosystem dynamics.
5. Solid experience working with Korean startups and knowledge of the Korean business culture is a strong advantage.
6. Extensive network within the startup, corporate, and investment communities in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
7. Passionate about empowering startups and driving innovation.
8. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including corporations, investors, and government agencies.
9. Experience in designing, implementing, and managing startup acceleration or market access programs.

Preferred Qualifications

1. At least 5 years of experience in a regional or international role involving business development, partnership building, or startup support.
2. Experience working with South Korean government agencies and stakeholders, with a strong understanding of their processes and priorities.
3. Exceptional written and spoken English and Korean communication, as you must communicate with external and internal stakeholders in Korea, Singapore, and Southeast Asia.

Work Location: Kallang Area

Work Week: 5.5 days

Working Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday to Friday)

Saturday: 9 am to 1:00 pm

Key Responsibilities:

1. Community Engagement: Develop and implement strategies to enhance community engagement through networking initiatives that connect senior leaders and industry experts. Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among members to drive innovation and sustainable growth.
2. Media Amplification: Lead efforts to amplify the company’s thought leadership through various media channels.
3. Partnership Development: Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with organizations across geographies. Build relationships with key stakeholders to create synergies that enhance the company’s offerings and expand its reach.
4. Global Market Access Consulting: Oversee the execution of customized Go-To-Market strategies for clients looking to establish or expand their presence in international markets. Provide insights on market dynamics and assist in navigating local ecosystems.
5. Talent Development: Design and implement initiatives supporting community professional development. Facilitate workshops, seminars, and networking events to enhance members' skills and capabilities.
6. Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to align business development strategies with organizational goals. Ensure a cohesive approach to client engagement and community initiatives.
7. Performance Metrics Tracking: Establish KPIs to measure the success of business development initiatives, community engagement activities, and partnership outcomes. Report on progress to senior management.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree of Engineering in Electronics and Communication Engineering – highly preferred.
2. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships, focusing on community engagement or consulting.
3. Proven track record of developing successful business strategies and partnerships across multiple geographies.
4. Strong understanding of market dynamics in various sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage senior leaders effectively.
6. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
7. Proficiency in using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and strategy formulation.
8. Strong analytical skills with a results-oriented mindset.
9. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
10. A proactive leader passionate about community building and networking.

Job Description

1. Develop and manage the daily operations of the online education services of student recruitment and enrolment.
2. Understand company performance goals and be responsible for developing and implementing student recruitment and conversion strategies in Singapore and SEA.
3. Use big data to identify and analyze risk and create a strategic plan to turn risk into opportunities.
4. Manage, plan, and coordinate local and SEA outreach events.
5. Build and manage a solid network of recruitment agents and channel partners to increase market share.
6. Identify and create digital/AI technology solutions to inspire interest and interactive online learning platforms to enhance productivity and engagement.
7. Align with the Company’s vision to drive and apply new technology solutions (digital and AI) to conduct online education services in Singapore and SEA.
8. Partner with internal leadership and external stakeholders to spearhead innovative AI projects.

Job Requirements

1. A master’s degree in computer science, information systems, and AI.
2. At least 5 years of relevant working experience in online education services and a senior management capacity.
3. Relevant experience in managing multi-projects and ability to execute/achieve projects on time and within budget.
4. Strategic thinking skills with a broad perspective of different issues.
5. Good English and Chinese communication skills (both written and verbal), negotiation, and influence skills as this position needs to present his/her solutions to the senior management team, who are primarily Chinese-speaking.
6. Ability to act as a change agent.
7. Proven knowledge of AI and its potential.
8. Be able to work as an individual contributor and report for duty before the end of Feb 2024.