Launched in 2013, the Africa Southeast Asia Chamber of Commerce (ASEACC) aims to foster high-level business relationships between companies in Africa and Southeast Asia.
Represented by the Chairman or CEO of each member company, it is a “by-invitation only” and exclusive platform for market efficient information sharing and networking amongst like-minded decision-makers from both continents.
Within ASEACC’s proprietary network, our aim is to originate and facilitate decisive commercial ventures and deals amongst members from both regions. To date, we have a total of 14 carefully selected members – 11 from Africa and 3 from Southeast Asia.
Website: africasea.org
What you will learn
You will support the day-to-day work of the Secretary-General/CEO’s office in terms of being an office administrative assistant, helping in member management, finance, operations and administration, coordination of meetings, website and social media updating, namecards and email marketing, running errands, filing, record keeping and miscellaneous office work.
Learning opportunities
The internship will be exposed to a wide variety of learning opportunities, such as:
- Learn digital tools and skills which improve the operational performance of an organisationEmailing skills and digital marketing over channels such as Whatsapp, Email and LinkedinWebsite management (WIX)
- Be exposed to networking, events, international relations, and develop a global multi-cultural mindset
Depending on your workload, aptitude, and after your probation period of 2 months, you may also be exposed to similar duties in other companies, businesses, and get to learn about other industries and sectors.
General duties
Digital Assets Management
Manage online databases, mailing lists and learn digital assets management such as websites and social media admin
Website and Linkedin
- Daily web articles on Linkedin page
- Upload news and articles on website using WIX
Mailing lists
- Export contacts to a mailing list
- Send out emails using MailChimp or any other mass marketing application
- Automate mailing list using Microsoft Power Automate
- Send out and write thank you notes
Preparation of PowerPoint slides
Support and Prepare PowerPoint presentation slides in areas related to business, economy and general research, as well as updates on member activities.
Meetings, Calendering and Scheduling
- Manage and schedule calendaring and schedule
- Arrange for video and audio calls
Procurement, Budgeting and Finance
- Scanning of receipts
- Maintaining of proper finance records, e.g. banking cheques and liaising with bookkeeper
- Purchase of office suppliers, equipment
Exposure to business networking & seminars (where possible)
Attend virtual networking conferences and seminars organised by business partners such as Singapore Business federation, and Enterprise Singapore.
Your expected competencies and background requirements
- Academic background: Candidates can be from any academic background (Junior College, ITE, Polytechnic, University) with any of the following disciplines i.e. operations, administration, secretarial, business, logistics, marketing
- IMPORTANT - Highly attentive to details, meticulous to tasks, well- organised, and good writing skills
- Attitude: Humble, adaptable, open, flexible and willing to learn.
Skillset requirements
- Knowledge of WIX (for online website). You can learn on the job.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Office, Word, Powerpoint, Excel, ChatGPT
- Language: Proficiency in BAHASA, and/or FRENCH is a bonus
Start-date
Immediate
Duration
Commitment to a minimum of 4 months.
Onsite / Dress code
Full time in office. No work from home. This is not a virtual remote role.
Dress code: office relaxed, casual – jeans and t-shirts permissible but no slippers, singlets, bermudas, shorts. However, where there are formal meetings, where you will require to wear a jacket, collared shirt, and covered formal shoes.
Working days
Part-time: 2-3 days
Full-time: 5 days
Days off/Flexibility
Candidate to indicate the preferred days and make requests during interview for off days or holiday breaks.
Reporting to
Secretary-General/CEO
Place of work
PIL Building
128 Beach Road, Guoco Midtown Singapore 189773
Nearest MRT: Bugis (Downtown/East West Line) or Esplanade (Circle)
Equipment/ Facilities for staff
- Laptop will be provided
- Running track, lap pool available for staff (Mon-Fri upon booking)
- Pantry (Microwave, utensils, fridge) for you to bring your lunch boxes if you prefer.
Remuneration Fees (No CPF)
- $50/day (for candidates who have completed their A-levels/IB but who are not yet in university)
- $55/day (for candidates currently enrolled in a university, private school, or polytechnic)
1. CV with photo
CV should state which secondary and high schools you came from
CV should indicate your mobile number contactable via Whatsapp or Telegram
2. Academic results:
For A-Level/IB graduates – submit A-Level/IB and O Level results
For candidates who have completed high school equivalent or arecurrently in university, private school, ITE, or polytechnic, submit A- Level/IB (if available) and O Level results
3. Writing samples (if any)
4. Linkedin profile URL (if any)
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for in-person interviews.
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