Alvin Kao

Experience

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  Singapore International Motorshow Pte Ltd

  Sept 2006 - Nov 2006

  Project Coordinator (Contract)

  Achievements:Management skills to run an event independentlyProblem solving skills to sort out issues at arises on an ad-hoc basisDeliver under tight deadline and pressure during the running of the exhibitionJob Scope:To liaison and attend to the queries/requirements of all exhibitors of Singapore Motorshow 2006Assist the show management in organising and co-ordinating the requirements for the event.Co-ordinate all administrative work to the Singapore Motorshow.Assisting in promoting the eventTo be on duty during the show (i.e. to assist in the build –up stage and running of the show)Oversee the part-timers in carrying out duties assigned by the management Show less

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  People's Association

  Jan 2007 - Mar 2007

  Project Coordinator (Contract)

  Job Scope:To assist in logistics matters to the Chingay Parade 2007.To liaison with the contractors on the setting up of the Parade.To be on duty on the event.

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  Pure International Pte Ltd

  Jul 2010 - Mar 2011

  Customer Service Officer

  Achievements:Starting the feedback system with the company as a pioneer in the Customer Service departmentHaving to work with just one person in the department, polished my stress and time management skillsResolving more than 80% of the dispute without the interference of third parties/authorities like CASE and Small Claims CourtProviding Marketing support for functions.Job Scope: Handling complaints from members and responsible for answering enquiresHandling dispute raised from members through banks and authoritiesAssist in back end admin work during events organised for members Show less

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  Singapore National Employers Federation

  Oct 2011 - Dec 2016

  Executive

  Key Contributions: Successfully drive the take up of Productivity Leadership Programmes (PLP) by companies. Responsible for an estimated of $1 million worth revenue over the duration of the programme (03 years). Securing the continuation of funding for the programme upon the expiry of the previous funding agreement. Organised over 100 workshops, conferences, and masterclass targeted at Senior Management and C-suite level. Over 300 presentations done on government funding, training schemes and programmes. Secure strategic partnership with associations and government bodies on training and development. Development of various outreach and marketing strategies responsible for generating over 3,000 leads.Responsibilities: Key Account Management Project& Programme Management Event Management – Conference, Seminars and Workshops Liaison manager for WSG/SSG (f.k.a WDA) for project partnership Drafting of budget paper for projects Provide consultation and advisory on various government grants and initiatives Endorse and verify training grant applications Show less

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  Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices

  Jan 2017 - now

  Assistant Manager

  Key Contributions: Programme Manager for Tripartite Alliance Award (New category) Development of scoring criteria/guide for the new award category. Think tank for implementation of telecommuting for the business unit. Task force for the implementation of organisation-wide cashless payment system. Development of policy guidelines for external training activities conducted by TAFEP. Curriculum development/redesign for workshops. Implementing new-age learning platform. E.g. Mobile Learning. Drafting advisory on the hiring of foreign contract workers. Develop materials for competency training in Age ManagementResponsibilities: Overseeing the assessment and evaluation of employers’ award. Managing training KPIs and revamping workflow of the training function. Evaluating training providers. Outreach and engagement strategy development. Preparing policy papers and proposes changes where necessary. Research on current and future employment trends. Partnership development with trade associations and business chambers. Show less