Jobs: M1, Shopee, and Wildlife Reserves Singapore are hiring

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The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said today (Oct 1) that companies in the professional services sector have offered about 9,000 opportunities since April this year. About 80 per cent of which are for professionals, managers, executives, and technicians (PMETs) roles.

If you haven’t found yours, don’t be disheartened. Take a look at some vacancies M1, Shopee, and Wildlife Reserves Singapore have for you this week.

#1: M1 – Senior/Executive, Customer Experience Management
M1 store

Image Credits: The Straits Times

M1 has a history that dates back to August 1994. They are one of the four major telecommunications company operating in Singapore. It is also the first operator in Singapore to offer 24-hour customer service in 1997.

The Customer Experience Management professional works closely with the big data team, solution vendors, and internal IT teams to develop survey and customer profile insights. This is to guide cross-functional teams towards customer experience improvement strategies, ensure the business is focused on the right goals to deliver delightful customer experience, and to react appropriately to market changes.

Job Qualifications
  • Candidate should possess a Degree or tertiary education
  • Major in Computer Science and LEAN application would be an added advantage
  • Analytical mind to be able to combine and draw correlations from different data sets
  • Commercial awareness with good influencing skills to get buy-in from stakeholders
  • Self-starter with a passion for driving and supporting change
  • Ability to work in a fast pace and multi-tasking environment
  • Proficient in Excel and Data Analysis applications
  • Strategic thinking, planning, as well as forward-looking
Key Responsibilities
  • Using survey tools and dashboards to formulate and provide an on-going view of Customer Experience related metrics across multiple touchpoints (assisted/non-assisted) and identify actionable segments to drive improvements. 
  • Design and formulate survey strategies to solicit useful feedbacks and identify categories of Failure Demands to be presented to the management on a regular basis.
  • Plan, scope, and execute studies from insights to provide an ongoing view of how the brand is performing on key measures (NPS, Customer Effect Score, FCR, etc.).
  • Identify customer pain points, as well as to support new delivery of survey questionnaires.
  • Work cross-functionally to embed insights with relevant stakeholders, facilitate ideation or action planning sessions, as well as track the progress and impact of initiatives.
  • The scope includes but not exhaustively, research and methodology, evaluating and managing external vendors, designing questionnaires, data crunching, preparing reports, identifying actions to be taken, and project managing cross-functional stakeholders to track progress and impact of actions.
How to apply?

Apply and view the job post in full here.

#2: Shopee – Business Development, Fashion Special Projects (Singapore)
Shopee app

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Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. Launched in 2015, it is a platform tailored for the region, providing customers with an easy, secure, and fast online shopping experience through strong payment and fulfilment support.

The company believes that online shopping should be accessible, easy, and enjoyable. This is the vision Shopee aspires to deliver on the platform every single day.

The team comprises over 8,000 employees from across the region and they are constantly on the lookout for potential young talents who have the passion and drive to become part of a fast-moving and dynamic group.

Job Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s Degree from a reputable local or overseas university
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, able to break down problems, draw insights from data, and design practical solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and follow through project executions
  • Detail-oriented, meticulous, independent and have a strong drive to get things done
  • Comfortable communicating with multiple stakeholders across departments and teams
  • Experience in eCommerce industry or content marketing will be a plus
  • Proficiency in Excel, knowledge in SQL will be a plus
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop KPIs, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement of ongoing initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution
  • Execute initiatives to improve fashion users’ experience such as to clean counterfeit items, to standardize the item description, to facilitate with users’ return and refund etc.
  • Manage whole fashion item nominations to be featured on campaigns, build an SKU library in a logical and structured manner
  • Creative thinking on live-stream content, initiate ideas on how to help sellers attract customers, and monitor live stream performance
  • Conduct marketing research on fashion buyers and understand the fashion trend, to acquire new buyers to fashion as well as increase the conversion rate
How to apply?

Apply and view the job post in full here.

#3: Wildlife Reserves Singapore (WRS) – Producer/Show Host
WRS

Image Credits: WRS

Mandai Park Holdings (MPH) is driving the rejuvenation of Mandai Precinct into an integrated nature and wildlife destination, through its development arm, Mandai Park Development (MPD). As champions for Wildlife, the brand leads actions to protect, inspire a love for wildlife, and spark a sense of wonder in everyone, regardless of roles.

Come 2024, they will add a new Bird Park, a Rainforest Park, nature-themed indoor attraction and Eco-resort as part of the Mandai rejuvenation plan. If you are self-driven, looking for growth, and new challenges, WRS wants you to be part of their team.

The incumbent will research, plan, produce, and host world-class and innovative experiences, shows and programming with minimal supervision across a range of formats to deliver unique and cut-through content for the My Animal Buddy programme that targets families with kids. The end goal is to transform their engagement with families globally in and beyond the wildlife parks, to fulfil their Planet, People, and Performance goals.

Job Qualifications
  • Degree in Mass Communications, Theatre, or equivalent
  • Ability to speak fluently in more than one language
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in the media industry with experience in original content conceptualisation and scriptwriting, especially for the kids’ segment
  • Comfortable in front of the camera with excellent hosting and acting experience
  • Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills
  • Experience in creating and hosting your own channel on various social platforms
  • Knowledge in editing experience and graphic design skills are an asset
  • Self-motivated, team player, and a positive attitude
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves pushing the boundaries with a love for speed and agility
  • Love wildlife and the earth, with a desire to champion conservation and sustainability
Key Responsibilities

The Producer

  • A creative contributor who will ideate, conceptualise, and coordinate all aspects of in the park virtual shows and programmes.
  • Scripting, directing, and editing shows and programmes in alignment with programme vision and goals. To help children acquire essential life skills while deepening connection and care for animals.
  • Leverage deep understanding of consumer preferences and trends, coupled with a strong understanding of the edutainment and media landscape.
  • Conceptualise captivating experiences, create and test unique programming concepts, and scale promising concepts both in park and out-of-park to achieve desired business goals of growth in subscription, engagement, retention, and customer lifetime value.

The Show Host

  • Responsible for hosting shows and programmes, interacting with guests and audience in real-time. 
  • Co-create the design of a distinctive persona/personality as the face of the My Animal programme.
  • Deliver memorable and outstanding experiences that will captivate audiences worldwide.
  • Keep the programme running on schedule, with the agility and wits to respond positively and quickly to unexpected issues, and the ability to improvise as needed on the go.
  • Create well-loved experiences and shows with strong appeal to drive repeat viewership and participation.
How to apply?

Apply and view the job post in full here.

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Lower Prices That Last At Giant

The pandemic has led to unprecedented economic contraction and retrenchment. In a pandemic-ravaged economy, a new normal has emerged whereby most households are looking to tighten their purse strings and demand for low-priced everyday essentials take utmost priority. During unprecedented times of changes and challenges, shoppers are looking for consistency and certainty when shopping for groceries.

However, promotions at supermarkets are often fleeting and short-lived. It has become a daily battle to figure out where and when has the best deal. Furthermore, these promotions can sometime lead to impulse buys and unintentional hoarding which is unhealthy for shoppers’ wallets. Fret not, Giant presents “Lower Prices That Last” so shoppers can now shop smarter without planning their lives around promotions.

Lower Prices That Last at Giant

Giant has dropped prices of hundreds of Singaporeans favourite brands/essentials. It is committed to keeping them at “everyday low price” for a long time so that customers need no longer wait for sales nor constantly monitor for promotions. These savings will make a ‘Giant’ difference in customers’ grocery bills in the long run. Here are some examples of Lower Prices That Last:

Grocery Staples

  1. Cabbage Vegetable Oil 2L ($4.30, price before $5.65)
  2. Ibumie Mi Goreng 5packs ($1.80, price before $2.35)
  3. Lee Kum Kee Panda Oyster Sauce ($3, price before $3.70)
  4. Gold Kili Traditional Kopi O 20 x 20g ($2.20, price before $2.70)
  5. OSK Japanese Green Tea 50 x 2g ($5, price before $6.95
  6. Dove Shower Beauty Nourishing 1L ($5.90, price before $9.70)
  7. Top Detergent Powder Anti Bacteria 5.5 Kg ($9.80, price before $13.55)

Fresh

  1. Minced Pork ($0.90/100g, price before $1.29/100g)
  2. Golden Pomfret (2 for $6, price before 2 for $11)
  3. China Fuji Apples (5 for $2.50, price before 5 for $3.95)
  4. Assorted Leafy Vegetables Chyesim, Kangkong, Spinach (3 for $2, price before 3 for $2.70)

For more items, check out LOWER PRICES THAT LAST on LPTL catalogue. These prices will stay low today, tomorrow, next week, next month, next quarter…and maybe even longer!

Other Exciting Changes And Offerings

All these changes are part of Giant’s transformative refresh that comes with a brand-new look and coupled with new offerings across the board that will excite and delight Giant’s customers! Changes rolled out are improved lightings, cleaner stores, neater navigation and new designated zones such as:

$1 zones for bargain hunters

Decked-up general merchandise area with home & living appliances, electronics and even tableware.

Snack World featuring a whole range of your favourite snacks – ranging from super healthy to indulgences for you and your family

World of Food featuring the best curated products from all around the world, now that we can’t travel.

Guardian Store-in-Store – 1st ever integration for our customers to have the best health and beauty range

Giant’s 100% Freshness promise ensures that shoppers will always get the freshest fruits, vegetables, seafood and meats or you can get them exchanged!

Not forgetting shoppers can always look forward to the warm, authentic service across all touchpoints when shopping at Giant.

Little Things Makes a Giant Difference

Every little savings counts and you can achieve that with “Lower Prices That Last” on hundreds of your grocery essentials at Giant. It is Giant’s long-term commitment to deliver everyday low prices that last. It seeks to be consistent in delivering a ‘Giant’ difference in all that it does by offering fresh value, variety and convenience for Singaporeans to lead a better life!

Stand to win Giant Vouchers from 1 Oct till 22 Nov by playing the “Lower Prices That Last” game! The more items you catch, the higher you score. Be the top 3 scorers of each round to win $100 Giant vouchers!

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Singapore Airlines will not be offering a ‘flight to nowhere’ after reviewing factors

Singapore-Airlines cabin crew with masks

Were you anticipating Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) ‘flight to nowhere’? While some may treat it as a joke, others are dying to get on a plane, even if it means landing back on home ground. That’s why earlier in August, Taiwan’s EVA Airlines offered something similar on a Hello Kitty-themed plane. It was definitely a well-received ‘getaway’ for some grounded travellers.

But we’ve just received news that SIA will not go ahead with their ‘flight to nowhere’ plan following a review of factors. This includes environmental implications and financial viability.

“An idea for a one-off short tour flight, or a ‘flight to nowhere’, was also initially considered but not pursued after the review,” said SIA.

With that said, the public can instead look forward to a range of new experiences launched by SIA. Discover Your Singapore Airlines is the theme behind the airline’s latest curation with these activities:

  • Restaurant A380 @Changi
  • Inside Singapore Airlines
  • SIA@Home
Restaurant A380 @Changi
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Image Credits: Singapore Airlines

From Oct 24 to 25, SIA’s A380 will be welcoming diners. If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience on the world’s largest passenger aircraft, don’t miss out on dining onboard with SIA. You may choose your cabin classes accordingly.

Try out the signature international Singapore Airlines dishes or enjoy the best dishes from their Peranakan menu, specially designed by local chef Shermay Lee. Your meals will come with two complimentary alcoholic drinks and free flow of other beverages.

If you want to get a rare behind-the-scenes look at private access areas and explore SIA’s award-winning interiors furnished by renowned international designers, sign up for their exclusive pre-dining tour! Limited slots are available.

Other perks include limited-edition souvenirs and exclusive shopping discounts. For more information on Restaurant A380 @Changi, click through the link to view.

Inside Singapore Airlines
sia-batik-roses-craft-activities

Image Credits: Singapore Airlines

Just for two weekends, specifically Nov 21 to 22 and Nov 28 to 29, SIA will be opening their doors to give the public a rare inside look of its SIA Training Centre. You will gain insights over 70 years of SIA heritage. Also, here’s your chance to witness for yourself how SIA’s iconic cabin crew uniform and cabin products have evolved over the years.

Those who’ve always been curious about SIA’s training program will be able to take a look at how their training is conducted. The tour will also feature the latest cabin products and flight simulators.

Peeps who are bringing kids along will be glad to know that there are complimentary craft activities. Engage with hands-on activities prepared for you like shaping balloons into animals and making your own batik roses.

Head over to this link for more details.

SIA@Home
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Image Credits: Singapore Airlines

Prefer to dine comfortably at home instead? SIA’s got you with SIA@Home. You can order a home-dining experience for two created by world-renowned International Culinary Panel chefs. Pair it with your choice of wine or champagne.

For the perfect re-creation of SIA’s First Class or Business Class experience at home, you may want to purchase the all-inclusive package. It comes with the exquisite tableware and luxurious amenities one can expect onboard SIA flights.

Click here to view their dining packages.

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Special tourist visa to Thailand will be available from October

Bangkok scenery

Foreign tourists will be able to visit Thailand soon with a special long-stay visa amid COVID-19. Termed as the special tourist visa (STV), it will become available from October to Sep 30 next year. This is part of the government’s efforts to boost the economy, especially the tourism sector.

STV holders will be able to stay in Thailand for 90 days. They may extend the visa twice at a cost of 2,000 Baht (S$87) each time.

Here’s what you need to know about the STV.

STV aims at tourists with spending power

One must be willing to undergo a 14-day quarantine period upon arrival in Thailand. But before that, STV holders must arrange their own trip to Thailand either by a chartered plane or a private aircraft.

Bruno Huber, general manager of Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, rightly points out, “Private or purpose-chartered flights would be too prohibitively expensive and greatly reduce the number of potential guests. A functioning and attainable commercial flight solution is integral towards any success.”

How to apply?
thai embassy singapore

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Those who have both the time and money to spare can apply for the STV with a travel agent. The travel agent will in turn work with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in order to obtain approval from the Thai foreign ministry.

In the application form, applicants must state their Alternative State Quarantine hotel in Thailand for the compulsory 14-day quarantine upon arrival. Currently, there are 74 such hotels nationwide – 69 in Bangkok and 5 in Phuket, Burirum, and Chonburi.

In addition to the above, they will also need to list down their flight details, state their post-quarantine accommodation, and purchase medical insurance for their stay in Thailand. The insurance should have a minimum coverage plan worth USD100,000 (S$137,000).

Upon successful application, a Certificate of Entry (COE) to Thailand will be issued. Applicants can collect the COE from the Thai embassy in their country.

Preparing for travel and arrival

Before travelling, individuals must obtain a fit-for-travel health certificate and a medical certificate stating they are free of COVID-19. The certificate should be issued no longer than 72 hours before departure.

Upon arrival, one will have to go through a health screening. If tested positive for COVID-19, they will be admitted to the local hospital. If all is well, they may proceed straight to their chosen quarantine facility.

STV holders can travel in Thailand after serving their quarantine. But they will need to install a COVID-19 contact tracing app before they can go about their daily activities.

Tourism operators and hotels rejoice with concerns
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel

Image Credits: anantara.com

Daniel Simon, general manager of Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, said that all visitors going to Thailand will help to stimulate the hotel sector. This will in turn help support suppliers from fisherman and farmers to tour guides and small businesses.

“The Thai government’s planned special tourist visa programme is a step in the right direction, but we look forward to more measures which will quickly, but safely, open the kingdom to international travellers once again,” he added.

Pichanan Kongchana from Roast8ry Lab, a café in Chiang Mai, shares that while she believes this scheme would help improve the economy, she’s also concerned about safety.

“We want tourists to visit,” Pichanan said. “But I want the government to issue them some sort of document they can show to us. This way, we won’t have to be worried.”

As of Sep 25, Thailand has carried out 977,854 COVID-19 tests nationwide, according to a spokesperson of the COVID-19 Situation Administration Centre. The country has reported more than 3,500 cases of COVID-19 and 59 deaths. At the time of writing, 117 patients remain in hospitals.

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G Available For Pre-Order On Shopee From 1 Oct 20

Be the first to get your hands on the latest Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G and more attractive deals!

Samsung has announced a new lineup to their flagship Galaxy S20 smartphones. Dubbed the Galaxy S20 for fans, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G smartphone, was specially designed for those who want it all. Packed with features made for a wide spectrum of fans, this smartphone is set to cater to all your photography, gaming and drama-watching needs.

Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G Mobile Platform, gamers can now enjoy the experience of gaming in real time, while streams and video calls come through clearly. The Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G also features a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and FullHD+ resolution, that will deliver excellence at an affordable price. It comes with a 4,500 mAh battery that has superb battery performance enough to power up your smartphone for the entire day, with a single charge.

Pricing and availability

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G smartphone comes in 128GB and 256GB storage capacities and will be available in three exciting and dynamic colours. This high performing  series will be retailing at $1,098 and $1,168 for the 128GB and 256GB models respectively.

The smartphone will only officially be available for sale from 16th October onwards. So if you’re looking to be one of the first few to get your hands on the latest Samsung gadget, you will definitely want to get headstart and preorder the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G on Samsung’s official store on Shopee from 1 October (10:00am) to 11 October (11:59pm).

Top Deals For Samsung Fans on Shopee

The Ultimate Samsung Fans

Want to prove that you’re the ultimate Samsung fan? Be the first 200 to register your interest on Shopee, and mark your calendars from 1 October (10:00am) to 3 October (11:59pm) to be one of the first to pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G! Customers who do both will snag a $50 voucher with no minimum spend to use at the Samsung Official Store on Shopee on their next purchase. To top it off, you will also get to enjoy early access to this new gadget with Shopee’s promise to deliver your new Galaxy S20 FE 5G by 12 October, otherwise get a $100 Shopee voucher for future purchases at the Samsung Official Store on Shopee.

* Terms and conditions apply. Do note that the $1 deposit will be refunded by the 31th October in the form of 100 Shopee coins.

Fastest Fan

We know you are as excited as us and can’t wait to get your hands on the latest gadget. Well, if you are fast enough to pre-order the new Galaxy S20 FE 5G from 1 October (10:00am) to 3 October (11:59pm), Shopee will fulfill your order and deliver your new smartphone by 12 October, 11:59pm, or receive a $100 Shopee voucher!*

*Terms and conditions apply. Valid for use at Samsung’s official store on Shopee

Existing Fans

A true Samsung fan would probably have already owned a couple of Samsung products. If you have previously purchased a Samsung mobile phone, tablet or wearable from Shopee, you will be entitled to receive 2,000 Shopee Coins (worth $20) when you pre-order the new Galaxy S20 FE 5G from 1 October (10:00am) to 11 October (11:59pm).

Become a Fan

If you’re not already a Samsung fan, this exclusive giveaway might just make you a convert! Simply pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G from 1 October (10:00am) to 11 October (11:59pm), and stand a chance to walk away with a Galaxy Watch Active 2 for free! This is definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss.

The deals just keep coming with the launch of this latest Samsung smartphone on Shopee. If the listed promotions are still not enough to get you hooked, the pre-order of the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G will also entitle you to a pair of Galaxy Buds+ worth $268 for free. Fastest fingers first – get yours while stocks last!

Click here to find out more!

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