Join NEA's Hawker Centres Group (HCG) and help preserve Singapore's iconic hawker culture whilst driving innovation and productivity improvements across our hawker centres! You will be part of the Hawker Trade Development Department within HCG’s Policy, Planning and Engagement Division (PPED), to design strategies and plan multi-year programmes that aligns with NEA’s objectives, enhancing the livelihoods of hawkers, ensuring the sustainability of this integral part of Singapore's hawker culture.
National Environment Agency
Executive Manager/Assistant Director (Hawker Trade Development Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 26 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Review and implement trade programmes for aspiring hawkers and existing hawkers to sustain the hawker trade, including developing programme frameworks and overseeing end-to-end implementation
Plan and administer hawker trade programmes which includes conducting evaluations, interviews, stall visits, data analysis and managing public enquiries
Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct programme reviews, identify improvement areas, and develop evidence-based recommendations to enhance programme effectiveness and relevance
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with stakeholders to create a collaborative ecosystem supporting hawker trade development
Plan and facilitate engagement sessions, including leading ground engagement activities and mass briefings with stakeholders on initiatives and programmes
Manage procurement processes for required services, including preparing specifications, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with prevailing procurement guidelines
What we are looking for
The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:
At least 2 years of relevant working experience in strategic programme planning and development, stakeholder engagement, and/or customer service.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management capabilities
Collaborative team player who is resourceful, meticulous, and self-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that requires managing multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time
Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong written communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
About your application process
This job is closing on 26 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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.
About National Environment Agency
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg
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