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Assistant Manager (L6) – Project Management, Governance & Corporate Communication

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support the CEO of DTSEA/Head of Customer Region SEA (CR SEA) in driving strategic initiatives, strengthening regional governance, and leading corporate communication activities across DTSEA/CR SEA . This pivotal role provides broad exposure to senior leadership across regions, additionally offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making in a dynamic, international environment. The individual will play a key role in translating strategy into action, coordinating regional projects, enabling effective communication, and serving as a trusted interface between the CEO, regional leaders, and key stakeholders.

 

The main responsibilities will include the following:

  1. Strategic Project Management & Regional Steering

  • Support the CEO in implementing regional strategy and executing strategic projects across DTSEA/CR SEA
  • Monitor, analyse, and track regional business activities and initiatives
  • Prepare regular updates, insights, and recommendations for the CEO and Management Team
  • Participate in meetings with regional heads and counterparts, including preparation of analyses and presentation materials
  • Compile, consolidate, and distribute management reports in a timely manner, including reports to Headquarters in Germany
  • Coordinate and prepare regular communication activities such as country visits and leadership engagements

 

  1. Regional & Cross-Regional Knowledge Exchange

  • Act as a key point of contact and information partner between local markets, the region, and Headquarters 
  • Facilitate effective information sharing and collaboration across teams and regions 
  • Support global and cross-regional projects as required

 

  1. Corporate Communication & External Outreach
  • Support CEO communications, including speechwriting, interview preparation, and key messaging
  • Manage internal and external communications, including press releases and media interactions
  • Develop high-quality communication and marketing materials for internal stakeholders, external partners, and government agencies
  • Provide communication support for internal and external product launch events

 

  1. Governance, Policy & External Affairs
  • Act as the Local Policy Advisor and support governance matters for the DTSEA legal entity
  • Monitor political, economic, and regulatory developments relevant to the region
  • Liaise with External Affairs teams on regional policy and regulatory topic

 

  1. People Engagement Activities and others
  • Participate in future mobility discussions with government bodies and strategic partners
  • Conduct competitor monitoring and provide regular analysis and reporting
  • Guide and coach new colleagues and interns
  • Actively contribute to employee engagement initiatives and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities

 

And any other suitable tasks assigned. 

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support the CEO of DTSEA/Head of Customer Region SEA (CR SEA) in driving strategic initiatives, strengthening regional governance, and leading corporate communication activities across DTSEA/CR SEA . This pivotal role provides broad exposure to senior leadership across regions, additionally offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making in a dynamic, international environment. The individual will play a key role in translating strategy into action, coordinating regional projects, enabling effective communication, and serving as a trusted interface between the CEO, regional leaders, and key stakeholders.

 

The main responsibilities will include the following:

  1. Strategic Project Management & Regional Steering

  • Support the CEO in implementing regional strategy and executing strategic projects across DTSEA/CR SEA
  • Monitor, analyse, and track regional business activities and initiatives
  • Prepare regular updates, insights, and recommendations for the CEO and Management Team
  • Participate in meetings with regional heads and counterparts, including preparation of analyses and presentation materials
  • Compile, consolidate, and distribute management reports in a timely manner, including reports to Headquarters in Germany
  • Coordinate and prepare regular communication activities such as country visits and leadership engagements

 

  1. Regional & Cross-Regional Knowledge Exchange

  • Act as a key point of contact and information partner between local markets, the region, and Headquarters 
  • Facilitate effective information sharing and collaboration across teams and regions 
  • Support global and cross-regional projects as required

 

  1. Corporate Communication & External Outreach
  • Support CEO communications, including speechwriting, interview preparation, and key messaging
  • Manage internal and external communications, including press releases and media interactions
  • Develop high-quality communication and marketing materials for internal stakeholders, external partners, and government agencies
  • Provide communication support for internal and external product launch events

 

  1. Governance, Policy & External Affairs
  • Act as the Local Policy Advisor and support governance matters for the DTSEA legal entity
  • Monitor political, economic, and regulatory developments relevant to the region
  • Liaise with External Affairs teams on regional policy and regulatory topic

 

  1. People Engagement Activities and others
  • Participate in future mobility discussions with government bodies and strategic partners
  • Conduct competitor monitoring and provide regular analysis and reporting
  • Guide and coach new colleagues and interns
  • Actively contribute to employee engagement initiatives and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities

 

And any other suitable tasks assigned. 

  • Tertiary Degree in Business, Marketing or a related field of studies
  • Preferably 3–4 years of working experience in international organization in Strategy function, Marketing, Corporate Communication or as an Executive Assistant 
  • Strong understanding of project management principles
  • Experience working in an international and/or matrix organisation
  • High cultural sensitivity and ability to work across diverse teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong presentation abilities
  • Ability to simplify complex information to stakeholders
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently as well as in teams
  • Strong problem-solving skills and confidence working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
  • Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
  • Confident, outgoing communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills

 

This position is based in location Singapore and may be offered at a lower job level based on candidate’s experience. A valid and approved work visa is required for employment in Singapore in accordance to local labour law regulations. 

  • Tertiary Degree in Business, Marketing or a related field of studies
  • Preferably 3–4 years of working experience in international organization in Strategy function, Marketing, Corporate Communication or as an Executive Assistant 
  • Strong understanding of project management principles
  • Experience working in an international and/or matrix organisation
  • High cultural sensitivity and ability to work across diverse teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong presentation abilities
  • Ability to simplify complex information to stakeholders
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently as well as in teams
  • Strong problem-solving skills and confidence working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
  • Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
  • Confident, outgoing communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills

 

This position is based in location Singapore and may be offered at a lower job level based on candidate’s experience. A valid and approved work visa is required for employment in Singapore in accordance to local labour law regulations. 

At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.
At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.
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