Director, HPS Business Development

About SpexSG:

Sport Excellence Singapore (SpexSG), a subsidiary of Sport Singapore, was established on 1 April 2026. SpexSG comprises the High Performance Sport Institute, Singapore Sports School and Unleash the Roar! and is organised to nurture world class Team Singapore athletes who will go on to inspire and unite Singapore. It does so by adopting an athlete centric approach in developing and engendering a high performance ecosystem that supports our athletes with optimal daily training environment, clear development pathways and trustworthy governance systems. SpexSG harnesses the full spectrum of capabilities and capacities of all partners such as NSAs, coaches, parents, educational establishments, corporate supporters, and fans so that our Team Singapore athletes would achieve their highest potential and in so doing rally their fellow Singaporeans to do the same with the same Singapore Spirit.

Responsibilities:

The Director of HPS Business Development leads the effort to support strategic growth and long-term sustainability of Singapore's high-performance sport ecosystem. Reporting to the Chief of the High Performance Sport Institute (HPSI), this role is responsible for three interconnected pillars that collectively advance the mission of supporting TeamSG for success and inspiring Singaporeans through sport.

1. TeamSG brand, content and storytelling — building the TeamSG and related brands through compelling narratives, multi-platform content, and high-impact events that connect athletes to the nation and inspire pride.
2. HPS Partnerships — forging strategic alliances with corporate sponsors, donors, international sport institutes, and ecosystem partners to create sustainable funding and collaborative value.
3. High-performance sport ecosystem capability development — strengthening the capabilities of sport administrators across National Sports Associations (NSAs) and the broader HPS ecosystem through training, competency frameworks, and knowledge partnerships that make sport administration a viable and respected career pathway. This is coupled with internal organisational development — driving the HPSI's own capability development, organisational effectiveness, and culture to ensure it operates at the highest standard.

Requirements:

• Background in Business Administration, Sports Management or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles, with a strong foundation in sport – whether through high performance sport administration, national sport organisations, sport policy, athlete development or sport business. We also welcome candidates from adjacent fields such as media, communications, public affairs, or organisational development, provided they bring a demonstrated understanding of the sport ecosystem.
• A proven track record of building and leading teams, forging meaningful partnerships, and delivering impact in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Prior experience working within or closely alongside high-performance sport systems is an advantage but not a prerequisite; what matters most is the ability to understand the ecosystem, earn the trust of its people, and lead with purpose.
• Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience, including leading diverse or cross-functional teams. A track record of mentoring talent across different disciplines and career stages is strongly preferred

Disclaimer:

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. The level of offer will commensurate with applicants’ experience and track records.