Assistant Manager (Children)

Calvary Community Care; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Singapore seeks an Assistant Manager to lead and manage children's literacy programmes. The role includes organizing events, liaising with community partners, and managing volunteers. Ideal candidates should have a passion for children's literacy, good communication and leadership skills, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suites is required, along with fluency in English and a second language. Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and a second language is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with children in learning support or community programmes.
• Good knowledge of educational landscape in Singapore required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading literacy programmes such as StoryLAB, GROW, and iREAD.
• Organize additional programmes and events like camps and workshops.
• Manage volunteers in screening, onboarding, and supporting them.

Skills

Passion for working with children literacy

Good communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Job description

Title: Assistant Manager (Children)

This position will report to the Programme Manager of the Children Department

General

• Understand, imbibe & promote C3 mission, vision and values

Job Description (Programme specific)

1. Assist in leading a team to conduct the organisation’s literacy programmes, including StoryLAB, GROW and iREAD
2. Organize and carry out additional programmes and events as required (e.g. camps, parenting workshops, outings)
3. Manage volunteers helping in the literacy programmes – screening, onboarding, engaging, monitoring and supporting the volunteers
4. Engage and liaise with community partners and stakeholders to share information and updates about the children and the programmes

Other Responsibilities

• Assist in fundraising, administration and other responsibilities as required
• Reporting and presentations
• Take on other additional responsibilities as required by management

Core Competencies

• Have a strong passion for working with children literacy
• Possess good knowledge of educational landscape (preschool and primary school) in Singapore
• Possess good communication, leadership and engagement skills
• Possess good organizational skills and is detail oriented
• A reliable team player

Preferred achievements / characteristics

• Fluency in English and a 2nd language
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with children (in learning support/community programmes)
• Proficient with Microsoft office and Google Suites

*Salary range commensurate with the academic level and relevant work experience