You will be part of the Maritime Network and Partnerships Office (MNPO) that comes under the MPA Academy Division to support efforts to grow Singapore as a Global Hub Port and leading International Maritime Centre. Your primary role is the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team to organise the annual Singapore Maritime Week (SMW), a flagship event of MPA and one of the world’s leading maritime shows, that brings together the international maritime community to discuss key issues and developments in the sector. Held since 2006, SMW is well-regarded for its dynamism and range of events driving thought leadership and facilitating networking and collaboration among all stakeholders. It is also a platform to demonstrate latest technologies and innovations.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Maritime Network & Partnerships Office Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]
Traineeship
Closing on 30 Jan 2026Check if I'm eligible for GRIT@Gov
What the role is
What you will be working on
Curate and execute SMW programme
Research and identify key topics of interest to the international maritime community
Identify relevant events within and outside of the maritime ecosystem to engage with
Deliver a high-quality programme on topics and side-events consistent with the overall theme
Execute, monitor and control all aspects of SMW and related programme, strategically utilising resources to achieve the objectives within the agreed timelines, costs and performance expectation.
Build and maintain SIWW partnerships with stakeholders
Liaise and coordinate with partners on their involvement in SMW. These partners include international organisations, industry associations, governments, embassies, academic institutions, corporations etc.
Liaise with event manager and vendors to ensure the smooth and seamless execution of SMW
Support efforts to secure sponsorships for SMW
What we are looking for
· Background in in Event Management or Comms/Marketing and any other related fields
· Prior experience in partnerships and stakeholder engagement roles considered a bonus
· Strong interpersonal and communications skills – able to manage vendors effectively
· Outgoing personality with confidence in engaging external stakeholders
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and a good team player
· Motivated and meticulous with good project management skills and able to work with tight deadlines
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 Jan 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.
Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship
The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.
All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:
- Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
- Graduated or graduating in 2024 or 2025 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
- Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024 or 2025.
Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2025 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2026 are eligible for the programme as well.
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About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.
MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.
MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."
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