THE ROLE:

The role of the Workforce Development (WFD) & Sustainability (Sus) Manager to support, organize, run and create projects to support WFD & Sustainability. SEMI WFD & Sus are strategic special interest groups consisting of semiconductor designers, manufacturers, suppliers and end users. This position is responsible for supporting a variety of SEMI projects and programs including events, task forces, webinars, meetings and workshops. Programs and projects have a WFD & Sus focus, but also include aspects of education, marketing and business development.

This is a full-time, exempt position and reports directly to the Director, Business & Program Development. This position is based in Singapore.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives at the intersection of people development and sustainability transformation. You are passionate about building future-ready workforces while contributing to broader environmental and social impact goals. You bring a mix of HR expertise, sustainability knowledge, and strong stakeholder engagement skills, and you're comfortable navigating both corporate and public sector environments. You will also lead SEMI's University Connections initiative to increase industry visibility and to deepen the talent pipeline for the semiconductor industry and electronic manufacturing supply chain.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Workforce Development: (70%)

1. Event Content Support

• Assisting event staff by providing a technical and business content game plan
  • Recruit speakers and sponsors
  • Work with the WFD Council committee to develop new and compelling event agendas
  • Define relevant themes and content
  • Identifying new event opportunities, recruiting sponsors and speakers

2. SEMI Business Development

• Reviewing and strengthening value propositions and messaging
• Partner with educational institutions, training providers, and government agencies to develop training programs and funding opportunities.
• Present and/or represent SEMI at career fairs, seminars, and events

3. Promote and evangelizing SEMI U Programs

• Assist in identifying and creating on-line learning platform (SEMI University) content
• and develop webinar programs.
• Responsible for organization and execution of "Roadshow" events:

Identify target schools; overlay visitations; coordinate delivery of information; track costs;

maintain spreadsheet of contacts made.

Sustainability: (30%)

• Develop and execute the company's sustainability strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead cross-functional sustainability projects (e.g., carbon reduction, social impact, green office practices).
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement on sustainability topics.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• You are a key contributor to SEMI's workforce development initiative

• You increase visibility for SEMI's workforce development activities (university recruiting program, mentoring program, and industry image campaign)

• You provide solutions to customers (internally and externally) in a timely manner

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Positive, customer service-oriented attitude

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

• Knowledge of green jobs, circular economy, or workforce inclusive strategies

• Foster a collaborative environment, both internally and externally

• Strong problem-solving skills of technical as well as organizational nature

• Great attention to detail

FOUNDATIONAL KNOWLEDGE OR PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Computer Science preferred) or equivalent training and experience.

• 5+ years of talent acquisition, Corporate Sustainability, and/or program management experience

• Experience in hosting and/or supporting a career fair, mentoring program, and/or industry image campaign

• Ensure the integration of other SEMI programs, as appropriate, into new workforce development initiatives

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Ex: Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

ABOUT SEMI

SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain, connecting over 3,500 member companies and over 1.3 million professionals worldwide. SEMI members are responsible for the innovations in materials, design, equipment, software, devices, and services that enable smarter, faster, more powerful, and more affordable electronic products. Since 1970, SEMI has built connections that have helped its members prosper, create new markets, and address common industry challenges together. SEMI maintains offices in Berlin, Brussels, Hsinchu, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Milpitas and Washington, D.C. For more information about SEMI, please visit us at SEMI.org and follow SEMI on LinkedIn and Twitter.