Employee Engagement Executive

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Employee Engagement and Culture Lead to drive strategic people, culture, and engagement initiatives that align with organisational goals and priorities. This role will play a pivotal part in strengthening employee experience, fostering a vibrant workplace culture, and executing flagship programs that promote learning, well-being, collaboration, and community building across the organisation. Working closely with the Chief of Staff Office and senior leadership, the incumbent will translate organisational vision into impactful employee-centric initiatives, creating an environment that inspires innovation, connection, and continuous growth.

The candidate will have responsibilities across the following functions:

Employee Engagement and Culture:

• Design and execute employee engagement strategies that enhance workplace satisfaction, collaboration, and retention.
• Develop and implement initiatives that strengthen organisational culture and employee experience.
• Drive company-wide engagement programs, campaigns, and events that promote inclusion, belonging, and recognition.
• Measure engagement effectiveness through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and engagement metrics, and recommend improvements.

Program Management:

• Lead and manage flagship organisational programs such as:
• LeaderForge: Leadership development and capability-building initiatives.
• Wissen Talks: Knowledge-sharing and thought leadership sessions.
• Wissen Wellness Sessions: Employee well-being and wellness programs.
• Ensure effective planning, execution, stakeholder management, and continuous enhancement of these programs.

Community Building and Employee Networks:

• Lead employee clubs, communities, and special interest groups to foster collaboration and engagement beyond work.
• Organise cultural celebrations, social events, volunteer initiatives, and networking opportunities.
• Create opportunities for employees to connect, share ideas, and build meaningful workplace relationships.

Strategic Partnership and Stakeholder Management:

• Partner closely with leadership teams to understand organisational priorities and translate them into actionable engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive alignment and successful execution of people programs.
• Act as a culture ambassador by championing company values and driving employee participation.

Communication and Change Enablement:

• Develop engaging communication strategies to promote programs, initiatives, and organisational updates.
• Support change management efforts through employee-focused communication and engagement activities.
• Ensure consistent messaging that reinforces the company's vision, values, and culture.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in employee engagement, culture building, employer branding, HR programs, internal communications, or a related role.
• Proven experience managing organisation-wide engagement initiatives and events.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project management abilities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across teams and leadership levels.

Key Skills:

• Employee Engagement and Experience
• Culture Transformation
• Program and Event Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Internal Communications
• Community Building
• Leadership Development
• Wellness and Well-being Initiatives
• Strategic Planning and Execution
• Change Management

Success Measures:

• Improved employee engagement and participation scores.
• Successful execution and growth of flagship programs.
• Increased involvement in employee clubs, communities, and events.
• Positive employee feedback on culture and workplace experience.
• Strong alignment between organisational objectives and people initiatives.