Assistant Manager/ Manager (Global Office), NYC [1-Year Contract]

National Youth Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Youth Council is seeking an Assistant Manager/Manager for the Global Office to enhance regional youth cooperation. Key responsibilities include grant management, stakeholder relations, and supporting international youth programmes. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills and have an interest in youth and international relations.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, resourceful, meticulous, and has high learning agility.
• Team player with strong skills in cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of the youth sector and international relations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle grant administration and stakeholder management.
• Support planning and coordination of international youth programmes.
• Conduct data analysis for insights on international programmes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Job description

What the role is:

The Global Office (GO) team oversees the coordination of government-to-government youth relations and provides youth leaders with opportunities for representation at international and regional platforms. It also oversees the Asia-Ready Exposure Programme (AEP) which empower youth to be Asia-ready by providing broad-base opportunities for meaningful exposure to ASEAN member states, China and India (ACI), and strengthening their competencies in building friendships and networks within the region. Through the various initiatives, GO supports NYC’s thrust in developing outstanding youth with informed perspectives, awareness of global and regional issues, and a heart for Singapore.

What you will be working on:

As the Assistant Manager/ Manager (Global Office), you will support the team in fostering good relationships with local and overseas youth counterparts for strengthening regional youth cooperation, imbuing youths with a greater awareness of the region and global community as well as equipping them with the necessary competencies to engage meaningfully within Asia. The role will focus on grant management and data management.You will be expected to:• Handle grant administration and stakeholder management to support collaborations.• Support the programme leads in the planning, coordination and implementation of international youth programmes, including the Asia-Ready Exposure Programme and Bilateral Youth Leaders Exchange Programmes with key countries.• Coordinate with local and international counterparts to facilitate access to multilateral youth platforms.• Conduct data analysis to provide insights on international programmes to support the realisation of desired youth outcomes• Support the team in managing and onboarding new systems and platforms for knowledge and data management for backend processes and international youth programmes.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for individuals who possess the following competencies:• Possess good analytical, writing and communication skills• Self-motivated, resourceful, meticulous and high learning agility• Team player with strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to work in cross-functional teams and with diverse key partners• Knowledge of and interest in youth sector and international relations• Proven ability to handle stakeholders, partner relations and project development• Relevant experience in functional areas such as grant management, data analysis, system management or content development, is preferred• Bilingual and conversant in a foreign language would be advantageous.

About National Youth Council

About National Youth Council (NYC) - Creating Opportunities for All Youth to Be Heard, Be Empowered, Be the ChangeAt NYC, as the national agency for youth matters, we believe in a world where young people are respected and heard, able to take action on issues that matter and make a positive difference around them. Together with our partners, we develop future-ready youth and deepen their commitment to Singapore by imbuing in them a heart for service, resilience and an enterprising spirit. Find out more at www.nyc.gov.sg.