The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 to harness technology and foster innovation for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems through global partnerships. GFTN organises convening forums, offers advisory services on innovation ecosystems, provides access to transformative digital platforms, and invest in technology startups with the potential for growth and positive social impact through its venture fund.
Key Responsibilities:Content & CommunicationsOwn the programme’s social media content calendar, ensuring content is timely, relevant, and aligned with key milestonesDraft clear and purposeful content that communicates programme initiatives and outcomes to a professional audiencePartner with the Marketing & Communications team to ensure consistent messaging across platforms
Programme CoordinationSupport participant communications, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed and engaged throughout the programme lifecycleTrack programme timelines, deliverables, and dependencies to support on-time and high-quality executionCoordinate across teams to ensure alignment and smooth delivery of programme activities
Execution & DeliveryContribute directly to the successful delivery of programmes by supporting core operational workflowsGain exposure to end-to-end programme execution, working across multiple stakeholders and prioritiesTake ownership of assigned tasks and see them through from planning to completion
Key Requirements:Technical SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Basic familiarity with Canva or Adobe Illustrator for content creation and visual materials.
Soft SkillsStrong attention to detail and ability to think laterally when solving problems.Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.Well organised with the ability to track and manage deliverables effectively.Proactive, responsible, and willing to learn in a collaborative team environment.
The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). We convene decision-makers across finance, technology, and policy to shape the future of the financial system through global partnerships that drive innovation and create positive impact worldwide.We are the team behind the Singapore FinTech Festival, Point Zero Forum, GFTN Forum Japan, and other platforms that host over 100,000 participants annually from the public and private sectors.
Role OverviewWe are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented, and proactive Senior Associate to support the coordination and execution of GFTN’s flagship Signature Programmes. This role is focused on the seamless delivery of our global initiatives, sitting at the intersection of content coordination, speaker management, and operational support.
Working under the guidance of the Head of Signature Programmes, the successful candidate will provide end-to-end execution support for our entire suite of programmes, including Investor Hours, The Founders Peak, and the GFTN Select Series. You will play a key role in ensuring our initiatives provide exceptional value to founders, investors, policymakers, and corporate partners by maintaining high standards of coordination and stakeholder engagement.
Our Flagship Corporate Programmes The Founders Peak: A global platform that celebrates entrepreneurship, connecting exceptional startup founders to share insights, experiences, and foster the next generation of entrepreneurs through mentorship, storytelling, and emotional support.
Investor Hours: A focused platform connecting founders with investors through curated one-on-one meetings, enabling startups to secure funding, receive feedback, and build relationships with potential backers across GFTN's global network.
The Capital & Startup Meets Policy Dialogues: A premier programme held across four continents where senior policymakers, major capital providers and global startup founders converge to debate solutions to pressing issues facing capital investment, value creation, startup policy and financial technology regulation.
GFTN Select Series: A year-round series of private roundtable dialogues connecting senior officials and industry leaders across continents to address key financial and technology challenges.
New Initiatives: Additional Programmes under development to deepen engagement between technology builders, policymakers, and market participants.
Key Responsibilities1. Programme Strategy & Content CurationSupport the end-to-end delivery of Signature Programmes (Investor Hours, The Founders Peak, GFTN Select Series) by managing timelines, checklists, and operational workflows.Assist in researching emerging trends in fintech and innovation to provide inputs for discussion guides, session formats, and programme narratives.Coordinate the speaker journey for 'superstar' founders, VCs, and policymakers, including drafting invitations, managing briefing materials, and providing on-site support.Ensure all programme documentation is up-to-date and aligned with GFTN’s quality standards.
2. Business Development & partner SupportSupport the Customer Success team in maintaining the sales pipeline by preparing sponsorship decks and engagement materials.Assist in the preparation of tailored proposals for potential partners, ensuring all activation plans and success metrics are clearly documented.Coordinate post-event reporting and partner fulfilment tasks to support renewals and long-term relationship building.
3. GFTN Select Series & Boardroom LogisticsAssist in identifying high-level targets for closed-door roundtables based on strategic objectives and sponsor wish-lists.Manage the logistics for boardroom sessions, including securing discussants, coordinating agendas, and ensuring a premier experience for senior participants.Draft initial versions of concept notes and briefing materials for strategic projects and sponsorship opportunities.
4. Ecosystem Engagement & ReportingMaintain relationships with venture capital firms, accelerators, and industry associations to support high-quality referrals into our Programmes.Support the tracking of programme performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics, consolidating data into clear reports for senior leadership.Provide administrative and operational support across the Signature Programmes team as required.
QualificationsExperience & Education5 years of relevant work experience in programme coordination, event management, or project support.Experience or a strong interest in the startup and venture capital ecosystems is highly desirable.Basic understanding of the financial technology landscape and global innovation trends.Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Skills & CompetenciesStrong Writing Skills: Ability to draft clear and professional correspondence, briefing notes, and reports.Organizational Excellence: Meticulous attention to detail and a disciplined approach to managing deadlines and workflows.Interpersonal Finesse: Ability to communicate professionally with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives and government officials.Proactive Mindset: A self-motivated individual with a 'can-do' attitude and the ability to work effectively under guidance.
What We OfferExposure to a global network of senior leaders across finance, technology, and policy.A fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can contribute to high-impact global initiatives.Mentorship and growth opportunities within a globally scaling organization.The opportunity and platform to move startups and capital forward
The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 to harness technology and foster innovation for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems through global partnerships. GFTN organises convening forums, offers advisory services on innovation ecosystems, provides access to transformative digital platforms, and invest in technology startups with the potential for growth and positive social impact through its venture fund.
Role OverviewWe are seeking a senior leader to drive revenue growth through government partnerships in India, while working closely with the CCO to deploy GFTN’s strategic narrative as a core lever for deal origination, stakeholder alignment, and programme visibility.This role operates at the intersection of policy, revenue, and execution, ensuring that GFTN not only secures and delivers high-value public sector mandates, but does so in a way that aligns with national priorities and reinforces GFTN’s positioning as a trusted implementation partner.The role will be responsible for building and scaling GFTN’s India platform through government engagement, programme structuring, and ecosystem partnerships, while leveraging narrative and communications to accelerate outcomes.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Government Engagement & Revenue Origination & Deal ClosureLead end-to-end revenue generation from state and central government bodies in India, including:MeitYDPIITMinistry of FinanceMinistry of Skill DevelopmentState IT / Electronics departmentsBuild and manage a strong pipeline of government-funded and PPP opportunitiesBuild and manage senior relationships with:Chief Secretaries, IT Secretaries, Finance SecretariesCentral ministries and regulatory bodiesPosition GFTN as a trusted advisory and implementation partner and secure new clients from the Indian government. Translate government priorities (AI, fintech, employment, digital public infrastructure) into funded, executable programmes
Programme Structuring & Commercial DesignCo-create programmes with governments that combine:Advisory and policy supportCapacity building, upskilling, and employment generationTechnology deployment and innovationDesign and implement commercial models, including:RetainersOutcome-based contractsBlended finance structuresEnsure programmes are aligned with state and national economic priorities
Ecosystem & Partnership DevelopmentBuild revenue-generating partnerships with:Global technology firmsFinancial institutionsInvestors and capital providersAcademic and skilling institutionsAnchor GFTN programmes within state and national economic strategiesEnable and scale cross-border corridors, including:India–SingaporeIndia–JapanIndia–Gulf
Strategic Communications & Narrative DeploymentNarrative Deployment & PositioningApply GFTN’s global narrative framework to:Position programmes such as BharatNetraAlign state-level initiatives with national prioritiesShape programme narratives around:Employment generationGDP growthDigital transformation and resilience
Deal Enablement through CommunicationsUse communications strategically to:Open doors with government stakeholdersShape perception and build trustAccelerate deal origination and closureDevelop high-impact materials, including:Government op-edsLeadership speechesStrategic briefing notes
Media & Thought Leadership (India)Drive engagement with top-tier Indian media, including:Economic TimesBusiness StandardMintThe HinduPosition GFTN leadership and programmes to:Build credibility with policymakersSignal momentum and execution capability
Platform AmplificationSupport the communications and PR for GFTN forums and integrate India programmes into:Singapore FinTech FestivalBlack Swan SummitPoint Zero ForumJapan and other regional forumsEnsure government partners gain global visibility and validation
Stakeholder CommunicationsDesign communication strategies for:Government stakeholdersIndustry partnersInvestors and global ecosystem participantsEnsure alignment between:Policy messagingProgramme executionPublic narrative
Key Outcomes / KPIsRevenue generated from government and quasi-government engagementsConversion of MoUs into funded and implemented programmesStrength and depth of senior government relationshipsQuality and impact of narrative positioning (media, policy visibility, thought leadership)
Candidate Profile10–15+ years of experience in marketing, partnership development and revenue generation across:Government and industry engagementPublic sector advisoryCapacity Building and Upskilling programmesStrong network across:Indian central and state governments, industry, multilateral organisations, media, diplomacy, and academiaDemonstrated experience in:Revenue origination and deal closureStructuring multi-stakeholder programmesWorking at the intersection of industry, policy, academia executionAbility to operate in a high-ambiguity, high-impact environmentStrong strategic communication instincts, with the ability to leverage narrative to drive outcomes
The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 to harness technology and foster innovation for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems through global partnerships. GFTN organises convening forums, offers advisory services on innovation ecosystems, provides access to transformative digital platforms, and invest in technology startups with the potential for growth and positive social impact through its venture fund.
Forum Leadership & GovernanceLead end-to-end ownership of the forum, including managing the P&L, governance, delivery outcomes, and project timeline. Experience managing event or programme budgets, with direct accountability for revenue targets, cost control, and commercial reporting to senior leadership.Define the forum’s value proposition, scope, thematic direction, and strategic objectives by establishing approval processes and alignment with GFTN leadership, partners, and internal governance. Define success metrics, track KPIs, run post-event performance reviews, and turn insights into next-year improvements via partner feedback, client feedback and performance data
Execution Excellence & Risk MitigationLead a multidisciplinary project team across content, government relations, speaker management, customer success, sponsorship fulfilment, marketing, operations, and registration, driving accountability, alignment, and momentum across a matrix structure without relying on formal authorityCo-develop a master project plan with content, sales, marketing, and operations leads, ensuring milestone ownership, accountability, and alignment across workstreams. Apply strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and risk-management capabilities to anticipate issues and proactively mitigate delivery risks. Ensure the forum maintains world-class quality across programme design, partner experience, onsite execution, and audience engagement.
Reporting & Stakeholder ManagementProvide regular project updates and dashboards to the GFTN leadership team, escalating issues requiring senior intervention. Prepare reporting as needed to board related to forum progress, risks, commercial outcomes, and strategic decisions. Manage external stakeholder relationships, including partners, sponsors, speakers, government agencies, and strategic collaborators. Represent GFTN in high-level coordination with international counterparts and senior stakeholders.
Requirements:5+ years of project management experience, ideally in large-scale events, complex programme delivery, or cross-border initiatives. Candidates with recognised project management qualifications (e.g., PMP, Agile) will be prioritised. Proven experience delivering international events or programmes and coordinating multiple teams across functions, locations, and seniority levels. Strong critical-thinking and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and manage complex, fast-moving workstreams. Exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, including working with senior executives, policymakers, and global partners. Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence without authority. Ability to thrive in a high-performance environment with tight timelines and high expectations. A global mindset and experience working across cultures and jurisdictions is highly desirable.
The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 to harness technology and foster innovation for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems through global partnerships. GFTN organises convening forums, offers advisory services on innovation ecosystems, provides access to transformative digital platforms, and invest in technology startups with the potential for growth and positive social impact through its venture fund.
We’re looking for an Art Director to lead brand and event design at GFTN. You’ll be developing key visuals, shaping brand systems, and driving creative projects from idea to delivery. The role is both creative and managerial. You’ll be mentoring designers, reviewing work, and working directly with stakeholders to bring bold ideas to life.
The creative pace here is quick and the projects are ambitious. We need someone who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and is willing to put in the extra push when deadlines demand it.
Strong design craft is a must, along with confidence in motion and curiosity about new tools. We’re looking for someone who can apply AI and generative tools to spark ideas and streamline workflows, and who is equally at home creating a festival key visual or guiding a junior through their first project.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the creation of key visuals, brand systems and event identities across print, digital and experiential platforms.Translate event themes into clear, compelling visual narratives for stages, campaigns and communications.Mentor and manage designers, set creative standards and guide the growth of junior team members.Review creative work with a critical eye and uphold the highest levels of polish, brand alignment and consistency.Work directly with internal stakeholders and clients to present concepts and bring projects to life.Stay hands-on with design execution, from layouts and campaigns to motion pieces, especially for complex or high-profile projects.Incorporate AI and generative tools into the design process to explore new creative possibilities.Deliver motion work when required, with solid proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.Build fully functional website prototypes in Figma for seamless developer handover.Create EDMs and webpages in CMS platforms with a strong grasp of design, flow and usability.Design and refine presentation decks in PowerPoint with clarity, structure and visual impact.Contribute across video projects from pre-production through to post, bringing narrative and technical quality together.Apply working knowledge of HTML and CSS to troubleshoot design-related issues where needed.Manage multiple projects at once, balancing deadlines with high standards of execution.Develop and evolve design systems that allow the brand to scale across different initiatives and platforms.
RequirementsDiploma or Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Multimedia or a related field.At least 6 years of professional design experience with a strong portfolio covering brand identity, event key visuals and cross-platform campaigns.Proven ability to lead creative initiatives, manage stakeholders and mentor junior designers.High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects and Premiere Pro.Strong skills in Figma for creating prototypes and collaborating with developers.Experience using CMS platforms to build EDMs and webpages with attention to detail and usability.Solid presentation skills in PowerPoint, with the ability to design clear and visually engaging decks.Familiarity with AI and generative tools such as MidJourney, Runway ML and more, to support creative ideation and execution.Knowledge of HTML and CSS for troubleshooting and supporting digital design projects is an advantage.Highly organised and dependable, able to deliver high-quality work across multiple fast-paced projects.Strong communication and collaboration skills with the confidence to present ideas and creative choices to a variety of stakeholders.A proactive, curious mindset with a passion for raising creative standards.
