Manager/Senior Manager/Secretariat Lead

Established in 1968, the Singapore Book Publishers Association represents the interests of Singapore publishers engaged in a wide range of publishing, marketing, and distribution activities in both print and digital formats. It focuses on developing and strengthening the book ecosystem in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Secretariat’s administration and strategy, including grants writing and claims, financial sustainability, human resources, etc.
• Managing and strengthen the SPA professional Secretariat, including developing annual strategic plans and further developing basic operating procedures;
• Securing grant funding for the next phase of our development;
• Running SBPA programmes such as the internship programme, the Singapore Book Awards, and the National Pavillion programme at various international book fairs;
• Managing events such as consumer and B2B events, networking sessions, members’ meetings, training programmes and services for the publishing industry;
• Liaising with and maintaining strong relationships with industry partners, government bodies, other stakeholders, member companies, and Executive Committee members;
• Managing full-time Secretariat staff, interns, as well as volunteers; and
• Performing other duties aligned to the SBPA Constitution and as directed by the Executive Committee.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years professional experience, with min 2 years of management experience
• Strong collaborator and coordinator, able to work with a variety of stakeholders
• Strategic and resourceful thinker, able to propose innovative approaches or solutions
• Excellent good verbal and written communication, especially in English
• Attention to detail, self-motivated, structured, takes ownership of projects
• Knowledge of industry best practices, trends and developments, networks and resources, etc.

Nice to Haves

• Experience in the publishing industry, creative sector, trade associations or non-profits
• Familiar with fundraising, branding, events, publicity, etc.

Please send this along with your CV and a cover letter detailing any plans you might have for the SBPA. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.