Singapore Shipping Manager

Location and travel  

This position has a flexible, remote work location within Singapore. The position will involve domestic and international travel.  The position’s working hours are generally standard (with flexibility), although the role can expect to work some earlier morning hours (7am-10am SGT) for overlap with PE colleagues in the United States.    

Key responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Pacific Environment’s ports and shipping decarbonization campaigns in Singapore, working closely with the Singapore Country Director and regional and global teams.
• Conduct research and analysis on shipping decarbonization policies and projects in Singapore, including those related to harbor craft vessel electrification, charging infrastructure, port decarbonization, sustainable fuels certification frameworks, and zero-emission maritime fuels. 
• Evaluate policy, regulatory, technical, and economic barriers and support the development of recommendations to accelerate deployment. 
• Monitor relevant policies, regulations, industry developments, and maritime decarbonization initiatives in Singapore and at the International Maritime Organization, and provide timely updates to support campaign planning and advocacy. Assess international best practices and translate lessons learned into relevant policy and advocacy opportunities in Singapore.
• Support existing partnerships in Singapore and identify new opportunities to deepen campaign touchpoints in the country, which may include pilot projects, research partnerships, and convenings.
• Draft policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, stakeholder-facing materials, consultation submissions, and advocacy materials.
• Coordinate workshops, conferences, study tours, and stakeholder convenings to advance maritime decarbonization goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry, research institutions, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
• Support coordination with regional partners and Pacific Environment teams globally and across Asia to share research, campaign developments, policy lessons, and opportunities for collaboration.
• Track progress against program objectives and contribute to grant reporting, impact assessment, and organizational planning. 
• Other tasks as assigned by the Singapore Country Director. 

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of work experience in relevant field (NGO administration, government, government relations, advocacy, campaigns, research, corporate sustainability, climate, etc.). Direct experience in shipping or renewable energy is a plus. 
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in climate/energy issues and policies, including in shipping, ports, and/or other heavy industry sectors.  
• A record of achievement in managing and winning local, regional, or international campaigns.  
• Experience and expertise in advocacy, listening, consensus-building, coalition-building, and leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with other staff, organizations, and diverse communities. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Experience as a public spokesperson and advocate; ability to analyze and articulate complex issues and communicate them to various audiences. 
• Experience managing external consultants and/or direct experience with event coordination.
• Ability to work independently and exceptional management skills, of both projects and team.   
• Skill and comfort in building relationships with diverse audiences, including with policymakers, coalition partners, community leaders, and members of the media.  
• Singapore cultural fluency, awareness and familiarity with Singaporean business practices, and an understanding of how climate issues are perceived in Singapore are crucial. 
• English proficiency (ability to conduct everyday organizational business in English). Fluency in Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, or another Southeast Asian language is a plus. 
• Advanced degrees are a plus. 
• Passion for solving the climate crisis.  

Compensation and benefits  

Pacific Environment provides compensation commensurate with experience and equitable with others on our team, plus a full benefits package for staff positions. The salary range for this position is 102,000 - 114,000 SGD which is carefully considered to account for equity, and the final offer will be based on a candidate’s qualifications.  The employee will enjoy a flexible working environment with a dedicated, diverse group of colleagues.