The posting
Job Scope: Media Relations Support
- Maintain and update the NRF (National Research Foundation) media contact database, including journalists, editors, and media outlets across print, broadcast, and digital platforms;
- Assist in coordinating media accreditation and logistics for NRF events, press conferences, and official visits, including liaison with media representatives on-site;
- Support the preparation of media briefs and materials ahead of interviews, press conferences, and public engagements;
- Track and compile media enquiries and responses, and maintain a record of media interactions.
Ad-hoc On-site Event Support
- Provide on-site media support at NRF events, including registration, and coordination of media-related logistics and operations;
- Assist with media liaison duties on-site, providing coordination support for accredited media representatives and during media interviews/briefings/showcases;
- Support the preparation, printing, and distribution of press kits for media at events, including fact sheets, backgrounders, programme information, and multimedia materials
- Maintain proper filing records and archiving of press kits, media materials, and event documentation after each event
- Assist in post-event administrative follow-up, including compiling media attendance records and feedback where applicable.
Digital Repository and Photo Asset Management
- Manage and maintain NRF’s digital repositories, including SharePoint and Google Drive accounts, ensuring files are properly organised, named, and accessible to the relevant team members;
- Conduct regular housekeeping of shared drives and repositories, including archiving processes, and ensuring consistent folder structures and naming conventions
- Manage the NRF photo repository, including indexing, tagging, and archiving images from events, official visits, and media engagements to ensure ease of retrieval
- Coordinate with photographers and videographers to ensure timely delivery and proper filing of multimedia assets
Quality Service Manager (QSM) Mailbox Management
- Monitor and manage the NRF Quality Service Manager (QSM) mailbox, ensuring all incoming feedback, enquiries, and complaints are acknowledged and routed to the appropriate officers in a timely manner;
- Maintain a tracking log of all QSM cases, including date received, nature of feedback, assigned officer, and resolution status;
- Follow up with the Comms team to ensure QSM cases are resolved within stipulated service standards and timelines.
Asset Stocktaking and Inventory Management
- Conduct regular stocktaking of the Communications Directorate’s physical assets, including event equipment, collateral, branded merchandise, and AV materials;
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory register, tracking asset condition, location, and usage, especially during and after events;
- Flag items requiring repair, replacement, or disposal, and assist in processing the necessary administrative actions.
Administrative and Operational Support
- Maintain the Communications Directorate’s filing systems, procurement records, and vendor documentation;
- Support the coordination of communications-related procurement, including vendor quotations, purchase orders, and invoice processing;
- Participate in ad hoc communications initiatives and cross-directorate projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- Background in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field is preferred
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a communications, public relations, or media-related role
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Experience with digital asset management, SharePoint, or Google Drive administration is an advantage
- Experience in procurement is a plus
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills;
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
Working Hours: Mondays to Thursdays: 8.30am to 6.00pm, Fridays: 8.30am to 5.30pm
Contract Period: 11 months
Salary: $3300/month
Location: High Street (City Hall)
EA License No.: 96C4864
Reg No.: R26159658 BRANN LEONG CHUN HOE



