Assistant Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Communications

About the role:

We are currently hiring for a 1-year contract position, with the potential for renewal and the possibility to convert to a permanent position.

In addition to the salary, this position offers various benefits, including:

• Annual wage supplement
• Performance bonus

Location: Lifelong Learning Institute, 11 Eunos Road 8, Singapore 408601

Working hours: 8.30am to 6.00pm (Monday to Thursday), 8.30am to 5.30pm (Friday)

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnerships & Sponsorship Development

• Identify, acquire, and cultivate sponsorship and partnership opportunities aligned with IHRP’s strategic priorities.
• Develop compelling sponsorship proposals, partnership packages, and value propositions.
• Manage the end-to-end sponsorship lifecycle from prospecting and negotiation to implementation and renewal.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors and strategic partners.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate sponsors, government agencies, industry associations, and ecosystem partners.
• Track sponsorship pipeline, revenue targets, and partner engagement outcomes.

Brand & Corporate Communications

• Develop and implement communication strategies that strengthen IHRP’s brand and thought leadership positioning.
• Create high-quality communication materials including:
• Media releases
• Speeches
• Talking points
• Articles
• Newsletters
• Corporate presentations
• Event collateral
• Digital communications
• Ensure consistency of brand messaging across all communication channels.

Media & Public Relations

• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets and industry publications.
• Coordinate media interviews, press events, and media engagement activities.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare communications reports and insights.
• Manage crisis communication support when required.

Content & Digital Engagement

• Develop and manage content across IHRP’s digital channels including website, social media, email marketing, and partner platforms.
• Leverage digital tools, analytics, and AI-enabled content solutions to improve communication effectiveness and audience engagement.
• Monitor campaign performance and recommend optimisation strategies.

Events & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support and manage stakeholder-facing events, forums, roundtables, conferences, and sponsorship activities.
• Coordinate sponsor visibility and fulfilment of sponsorship entitlements.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure successful event delivery.
• Foster engagement with the HR community and strategic partners.

Data, Analytics & Reporting

• Track communication, sponsorship, and partnership KPIs.
• Prepare management reports and dashboards on campaign performance, media outcomes, sponsorship revenue, and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyse data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Explore emerging trends in marketing, communications, AI, and partnership management.
• Recommend innovative approaches to enhance brand awareness, partnership value, and stakeholder experience.
• Contribute to departmental transformation and productivity initiatives.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in communications, sponsorship management, partnership development, marketing, or related fields.
• Experience working with corporate sponsors, industry partners, or public sector stakeholders is preferred.

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