Geylang International FC Hiring! Full Time General Manage in East Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 7,000 - Ricebowl

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational management of the club. This role oversees both football and business operations, ensuring sustainable growth, competitive performance, and strong community engagement aligned with the club’s values and long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement the club’s short-term and long-term strategic plans

Align football performance goals with commercial and financial objectives

Report directly to the Management Committee on performance, risks, and opportunities

2. Football Operations Oversight

Work closely with the Head Coach and coaching team on squad planning and performance targets

Oversee player recruitment strategy, contracts, and retention policies

Ensure alignment between first team, youth academy, and development pathways

3. Commercial & Revenue Growth

Assist in driving sponsorship acquisition, partnerships, and commercial deals

Oversee marketing, branding, and fan engagement initiatives

Identify new revenue streams (merchandising, events, digital content, etc.)

4. Financial Management

Manage annual budgets, financial planning, and cost controls

Ensure financial sustainability and compliance with league regulations

Oversee financial reporting and audits

5. Operations & Administration

Supervise day-to-day club operations including matchday logistics

Ensure compliance with league, federation, and regulatory requirements

Manage vendor relationships, facilities, and infrastructure

6. Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary liaison with league authorities, sponsors, and partners

Build strong relationships with fans, community groups, and media

Represent the club in official events and engagements

7. Talent & Organizational Development

Lead and manage internal staff across departments

Establish a high-performance culture within the organization

Recruit, develop, and retain key personnel

Key Requirements

Proven leadership experience in sports management, football clubs, or related industries

Strong understanding of professional football operations and structures

Experience in commercial development and revenue generation

Financial acumen and budget management experience

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to work in a high-pressure, performance-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field

Experience within Southeast Asian football ecosystem (preferred)

Established network within football, sponsors, and governing bodies

Geylang International Football Club is a professional football club based in Bedok, Singapore. The club is one of the successful teams in the country back in the 1970s and 1980s, winning the most number of titles in the FAS Premier League.