You will be part of the Maritime Network and Partnerships Office (MNPO) under the MPA Academy Division to support efforts to reinforce Singapore’s role as a Global Hub Port and leading International Maritime Centre. Reporting to the Deputy Director, you will support the strategic planning and execution of the Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) — MPA's flagship event and one of the world's leading maritime shows. This role involves coordinating programme elements, managing stakeholder relationships, and working with the appointed event management vendor to deliver a world-class event that showcases Singapore's maritime leadership.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Manager/Snr Manager (Maritime Network and Partnerships Office)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 04 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Your main roles and responsibilities include:
• Support strategic planning and programme development for Singapore Maritime Week; assist in shaping programme elements across leadership dialogues, conferences, exhibitions, talent initiatives, and community events.
• Coordinate programme design and work with internal divisions to develop high-quality keynotes, panels, and sessions aligned with maritime priorities such as decarbonisation, digitalisation, and talent development.
• Serve as liaison for stakeholders and partners across government, industry, academic institutions, corporations, embassies, academic institutions, international organisations etc.
• Coordinate with partners to facilitate their involvement and participation in SMW.
• Support regular updates to internal and external stakeholders and management and assist with secretariat functions of the programme office.
• Support execution and monitoring of SMW programmes and schedules, ensuring objectives are met within agreed timelines, costs and performance expectations.
• Assist with post-event evaluation and contribute to regular reviews benchmarking SMW against global maritime and business events to ensure continued relevance and thought leadership.
What we are looking for
At least 5 to 7 years of work experience in event management, conferences, or strategic programmes — preferably at national or regional scale.
Strong stakeholder management, communications, and copywriting skills
Demonstrated ability to coordinate teams and work effectively with external vendors.
Well-organised, adaptable, and able to work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Candidate will be appointed on a 2 year contract
About your application process
This job is closing on 04 May 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.
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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