Deon Teo
About Deon Teo
Deon Teo is an Associate in Community Investment at Temasek in Singapore, with a background in social policy and extensive experience in project management and community service roles.
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Deon Teo is currently an Associate in Community Investment (Community Stewardship) at Temasek in Singapore.
Current Role at Temasek
In the role of Associate in Community Investment (Community Stewardship) at Temasek, Deon Teo is responsible for supporting the development and operationalisation of strategy for the company's non-profit ecosystem. This includes assisting in the execution of structuring of entities, completion of legal documents, tracking timelines and deliverables in various work streams, and preparing business decks, minutes for committee meetings, and presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Previous Experience
Deon Teo has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles and sectors. He worked as a Project Officer for the First Gens Program at ygap in Melbourne and Richmond, Victoria, Australia in 2018. He also served as a Pharmacy Assistant at My Chemist Warehouse Group in Melbourne from 2016 to 2017 and a Project Management Consultant at Pravah Jaipur Initiative in New Delhi Area, India in 2016. Additionally, he has held positions such as Artillery Instructor and Assistant Course Coordinator at Singapore Armed Forces, and Usher and Customer Service Assistant at Eureka Pte.
Education and Expertise
Deon Teo studied at the University of Melbourne, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from 2014 to 2016, and a Master of Social Policy from 2017 to 2019. He also studied Comparative Social Policy at the University of Gadjah Mada, Jogyakarta in 2017. He possesses strong writing and data analytical skills, which enable him to engage critically and reflectively with new ideas. His educational background in social policy and political sciences has provided him with a robust foundation for his professional roles.
Skillset and Interests
Deon Teo is known for his ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other people, skills honed through his employment, internships, and extensive voluntary experiences. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys hiking, casual gaming, and listening to podcasts. His varied interests and broad skill set make him a versatile and well-rounded individual, capable of adapting to diverse roles and environments.