HR & Administration Executive

Job Title: HR & Administrative Executive

Location: Golden Pagoda Buddhist Temple, 83 Tampines Link Singapore 528740

About Us:

We are a respected Buddhist temple dedicated to spiritual cultivation, cultural preservation, and community service. We are seeking a committed and versatile HR & Administrative Executive to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, employee support, and compliance with statutory obligations, while upholding the temple’s values and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resource Management

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, CPF submissions, and annual IR8A reporting.
• Administer employee benefits, leave, claims, and medical insurance.
• Oversee recruitment lifecycle including interviews, hiring, and preparation of employment contracts.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records in compliance with the Employment Act.
• Ensure HR policies are current and compliant with Government regulations.
• Apply for work passes and manage related MOM matters.

Administrative Duties

• Act as secretary for Board and Admin Committee meetings, preparing accurate minutes in both English and Chinese.
• Organise and prepare documentation for committee meetings.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies and general administrative logistics.
• Liaise with external vendors for insurance renewals (staff, public liability, all-risk coverage).
• Governance & Compliance
• Liaise with government agencies such as CPF, IRAS, and MOM.
• Serve as Internal Auditor Representative for ISO-related matters.
• Operational & Event Support
• Support temple activities and festivals, including Chinese New Year and major ceremonial events.
• Attend to ad-hoc administrative tasks as assigned by the Management.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Human Resource Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a full-spectrum HR and administrative role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with HRMS platforms (hands-on experience preferred).
• Excellent written and spoken communication in both English and Chinese (to liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders).
• Able to type Chinese using Hanyu Pinyin.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Willingness to work on selected weekends and Public Holidays during key temple events.
• Comfortable working in a religious (Buddhist) temple environment.

Why Join Us?

1. A meaningful role supporting spiritual, cultural, and community enrichment.
2. Warm and respectful working environment rooted in traditional values.
3. Opportunity to contribute to both operational excellence and community well-being.

Please send your resume with expected salary to stephanie.ngo@gpbt.org.sg

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.