Events and Marketing Executive

Who We Are

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership & Sponsorship Acquisition:

• Identify, research, and cultivate potential strategic partners and sponsors (e.g., corporations, government agencies, educational institutions, non-profits) whose objectives align with our events and organizational mission.
• Develop compelling sponsorship proposals and partnership frameworks tailored to prospective partners’ needs and objectives.
• Lead outreach efforts, presentations, and negotiations to secure financial and in-kind sponsorships for various events and programs.
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing and new sponsors/partners to ensure long-term engagement and mutual benefit.

Event Planning & Execution:

• Support the end-to-end planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of events, including forums, conferences, networking sessions, workshops, and exhibitions.
• Coordinate event logistics, including venue liaison, vendor management, guest registration, and on-site event management.
• Ensure seamless integration of sponsor and partner deliverables into event programming and marketing materials.

Marketing & Communications:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement integrated marketing and communication strategies for events and partnership initiatives.
• Assist in creating compelling marketing collateral, including event websites, social media content, email campaigns, and press releases, to attract attendees and promote sponsor visibility.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing and sponsorship campaigns.

Relationship Management:

• Act as a key point of contact for sponsors and partners, ensuring their needs are met and their contributions are recognized.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Track and report on sponsorship revenue, partnership outcomes, and event performance.
• Provide insights and recommendations for future partnership and event strategies.
• Complete all other ad-hoc duties assigned

Requirements:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Event Management, or a related field.
• Experience in events management, marketing, business development, or strategic partnerships, with a demonstrable track record of securing sponsorships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and presentations. Proficiency in other languages (e.g., Mandarin) is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and a creative problem-solver.
• Proficiency and experience with CRM software or event management platforms is a plus.
• A keen interest in the Design Business and its ecosystem globally.

Personal Attributes

• A good, positive and humble attitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively (good team player)
• Good organisational skills & able to prioritise tasks
• Must have creative thinking abilities and problem-solving skills
• Able to effectively manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 5-day work week (Mon to Fri)
• 1-year contract with renewal
• Work-life balance
• Office near Bugis MRT
• Flexibility to work from home (~twice a week)
• Suitably aligned candidate may be converted to permanent staff