Associate (12 months contract), Organisation Development

Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, with a net portfolio value of S$518 billion (US$401b, €350b, £304b, RMB2.77t) as at 31 March 2026. Our Purpose So Every Generation Prospers guides us to make a difference for today's and future generations. We seek to build a resilient and forward-looking portfolio that will deliver good sustainable returns over the long term.    
 
We have 13 offices in 9 countries around the world: Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore in Asia; and Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC outside Asia. 
 
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We are seeking an independent, creative and meticulous Associate to be a part of a dynamic Organisation Development team that plans and purposefully designs interventions which facilitate and contribute to organisational change. This role will focus on developing and implementing engagement initiatives and events to drive the organization's employee engagement, culture and transformation strategies. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in events management and project management.

Planning and Organization

• Conceptualize events, including brainstorming event themes and ideas.
• Develop, track and monitor event budgets and finances.
• Identify and propose venues and ensure they meet event requirements.
• Create event schedules and timelines.
• Assist to plan, organise and implement leadership forums and staff engagement events, including the procurement of event-related services, management of vendors (e.g. venue, catering, AV tech), catering, and liaising with internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Design and develop collaterals for events and engagement activities (e.g., electronic direct mails (EDM), posters, newsletters and videos).
• Manage event logistics, including transportation, accommodation, and catering.
• Serve as a point of contact for leaders and employees regarding events-related matters.

Third Party Management

• Identify and support the selection of external partners (e.g., caterers, venue provider, AV equipment).
• Support the negotiation of contracts and management of partner relationships.
• Ensure external partners meet event requirements and deadlines.

On-Site Management

• Oversee event setup and execution.
• Coordinate working team roles and event staff (if any).
• Address any issues that arise during the event.

Post-Event Evaluation

• Collect and monitor feedback from event attendees and stakeholders through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and other data sources.
• Analyze event data and create post-event reports and presentations.
• Identify possible areas for process improvements for existing events/ initiatives and develop and implement the corresponding solutions.
• Prepare content (e.g., thank-you emails, social media posts) summarizing event takeaways.

• At least 3 years relevant work experience in event management, internal communication, organisation development, human resources or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in engagement, collaboration and design tools such as Forms, Mentimeter, Canva or similar.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with experience in data analysis on Excel and creating engaging presentations on PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in organising events using tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams or similar.

Key Competencies

• Communication: Written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey ideas, engage employees, and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Data analysis skills to interpret survey results and metrics, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Creativity: Innovative thinking and creativity to design engaging programs and activities that resonate with employees.
• Project Management: Effective project management skills to plan, execute, and evaluate engagement programs and initiatives.