Assistant Director, Asia Tech x Programme Office (Programming and Content)

About the role

The Asia Tech x Programme Office (ATxPO) sits within IMDA's International Group and manages Asia Tech x Singapore, a flagship technology event platform that brings together change-makers and thought leaders from government and industry. As Assistant Director for Programming and Content, you will lead the team behind the ATxSummit and ATxInspire series, work with the industry partner Informa Tech on the wider ATxSG agenda, and shape the core experience of the summit.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team to develop and execute the programme, content, partnerships and sponsorships for ATxSG.
• Programme and content: lead the agenda for the ATxSummit (plenary and village) and the ATxInspire series, develop content strategies for panels and sessions, identify and cultivate government and industry speakers, and use a data-driven approach to programme development.
• Sponsorships and partnerships: act as key point of contact for strategic partners including government agencies and industry organisations, and source, develop and execute sponsorship arrangements.
• Coordinate fringe activities and partner-led programmes alongside internal divisions, senior leadership and global partners.

Required profile

• Purpose-driven leader with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, and a genuine interest in technology.
• Self-motivated, able to thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment; natural networker and strong team player.
• Mature and professional, proactive in reaching out to partners across industry, associations and government, with clear communication and strong storytelling instincts.
• Ideal candidate has 15 to 20 years of experience in conference programming, content development and/or partnership management.