Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association Hiring! Full Time Senior Human Capital Development Executive in Central Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 5,000 - Ricebowl

The Role

As a Senior Human Capital Development Executive, you will help shape the talent strategies and partnerships that support Singapore’s semiconductor and deep tech ambitions.Working closely with industry leaders, government agencies and education partners, you will lead initiatives that attract talent, strengthen workforce capabilities and develop future leaders. This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful industry initiatives and contribute to Singapore’s growth and its role in the wider regional ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive SSIA’s human capital development initiatives to strengthen the semiconductor industry’s talent pipeline, workforce capabilities and leadership development.
• Translate industry workforce needs into actionable strategies to attract new talent, upskill the existing workforce and engage industry veterans in mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Build strategic partnerships with companies, government agencies, educational institutions and training providers to advance shared workforce priorities.
• Lead the development and growth of SSIA’s Career Conversion Programme (CCP), helping companies address talent gaps and supporting career transitions into the industry.
• Shape and lead leadership development programmes, including Singapore Semiconductor Leadership Excellence and Leadership in Engineering, to nurture the industry’s next generation of leaders.
• Identify emerging skills needs and champion relevant courses, partnerships and funding opportunities that prepare the workforce for industry transformation.
• Lead talent outreach and engagement initiatives, locally and internationally, to position the semiconductor industry as a career destination of choice.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Communications team to shape compelling narratives and campaigns that raise awareness of semiconductor careers and workforce development opportunities.
• Take ownership of agreed priorities, stakeholder relationships and programme outcomes within the Human Capital Development portfolio, ensuring strategic alignment, responsible use of resources and compliance with funding requirements.
• Evaluate the impact of workforce initiatives and recommend improvements to strengthen their relevance, reach and long-term value.

What We’re Looking For

• A diploma or degree in any discipline, with relevant skills or a strong interest in human capital development and the ability to meet the responsibilities of the role.
• Experience in workforce development, industry engagement, partnership development or program leadership is an advantage. Fresh graduates with demonstrated leadership, initiative and relevant project experience are also welcome to apply. Appointment level will reflect experience and capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and strong project leadership skills, with the ability to translate ideas into practical initiatives and measurable outcomes.
• The confidence to challenge assumptions, propose fresh ideas and influence stakeholders towards shared goals.
• The ability to understand business needs and build trusted relationships with senior industry stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the semiconductor and electronics industry is an advantage.
• Sound judgement and strong decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• An independent, proactive, mature, meticulous and goal-oriented individual who remains composed under pressure.
• A strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.