Asst Mger/Mger/Senior Mger - Policy & Planning

National Arts Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the National Arts Council's Policy and Planning team as you shape the future of Singapore's arts ecosystem. You will develop policies, oversee governance frameworks, and contribute to strategic planning at a leading organization dedicated to the arts. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills, with a passion for the arts sector.

Benefits

Artistic and cultural engagement opportunities

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in corporate/strategic planning.
• Skills in business, economics, communications or related fields.
• Proficiency in analytical and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust arts and culture policies for Singapore’s art ecosystem.
• Oversee governance and relationship management for Company Limited by Guarantee.
• Coordinate annual workplan development and strategic planning events.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Presentation

Facilitation

Event organization

Education

Degree in business, economics, communications or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

What the role is:

As a member of the Policy and Planning team, you are responsible for policy developments and reviews, Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) governance, and secretariat duties. This includes liaising with MCCY, Board Members, external stakeholders and cross-departmental work to ensure smooth processes.

What you will be working on:

What you will be working on:

• Develop robust arts and culture policies for Singapore’s art ecosystem, including the review of existing policies and papers to ensure relevance to the development and needs of Singapore’s arts landscape.
• Oversee Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) governance and relationship management, including the review of CLG governance frameworks and serving as account manager for designated CLG(s) to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Be part of strategic planning processes including coordinating the annual workplan development and management of key Strategic Planning events e.g. Staff Conference and Planning events.
• Secretariat duties, as well as department budget responsibilities.
• Reporting and liaison with Ministry, where required.

What we are looking for:

The ideal candidate should have:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in corporate/ strategic planning.
• Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in the job description.
• Skills and competencies preferably in business, economics, communications or related fields.
• Experience in strategic and corporate planning processes and performance management is preferred.
• Inquisitive mind with strong analytical and critical thinking skills with an interest in data strategy.
• Excellent written, communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong customer orientation.
• Strong administrative skills (proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint).
• Able to organise events of varying scale.
• Good team player who is proactive.
• Applicants who require work passes need not apply.

What We Value

• Understanding of public sector governance
• Commitment to organisational excellence
• Collaborative mindset
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Passion for the arts and culture sector

Functional Competencies required by this role

• Systems Thinking
• Internal Stakeholder Alignment
• Deep Critical Thinking
• Clear and Concise Writing
• Strategic Planning

About National Arts Council

The National Arts Council champions the arts in Singapore. By nurturing creative excellence and supporting broad audience engagement, our diverse and distinctive arts inspire our people, connect communities and profile Singapore internationally. We preserve our rich, cultural traditions as we cultivate accomplished artists and vibrant companies for the future. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, our support for the arts is comprehensive – from grants and partnerships to industry facilitation and arts housing. The Council welcomes greater private and corporate giving to and through the arts so that together we can make the arts an integral part of everyone’s lives.At NAC, we have a team of creative and dynamic staff who share this common vision.If you have a strong passion for the arts, we welcome you to join us for a challenging and fulfilling career.