Asst Mgr/Mgr, Performing Arts (Theatre)

NAC National Arts Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The NAC National Arts Council is seeking an Assistant Manager / Manager (Performing Arts – Theatre) to drive the growth of Singapore's theatre sector under Our SG Arts Plan. You will implement strategic initiatives for audience development and ecosystem sustainability, and administer grant programmes with attention to timelines and outcomes.

In this role you will research sector trends, assess project proposals, prepare briefing materials, and engage with artists and arts groups to foster

Qualifications

• Familiarity with theatre sector and funding mechanisms.
• Experience or exposure in managing funding schemes and SOP compliance.
• Experience supporting projects from conception to implementation.
• Ability to research trends and inform strategic planning.
• Ability to interpret data to support decision‑making.
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills and engagement.
• Clear rationale articulation and cross‑level communication.
• Active engagement with arts community through events and media.

Responsibilities

• Implement theatre sector development initiatives per Our SG Arts Plan.
• Research sector trends and support strategic planning.
• Assess, monitor, and review project proposals throughout lifecycle.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support stakeholder engagement during planning and implementation.
• Build professional relationships with artists and arts groups.
• Monitor sector developments through events, performances and media.
• Administer grant programmes across funding schemes.
• Process grant applications and assist evaluation.
• Maintain funding activity records and timely updates.
• Engage applicants on requirements and outcomes.
• Process claims and ensure timely payments.
• Support team operations and deliver tasks to high standard.
• Participate in team meetings and plan workplans.
• Contribute ideas for process improvement and innovation.
• Foster positive team culture.

Skills

Theatre sector familiarity

Funding schemes understanding

Project support lifecycle experience

Research & trend analysis

Data interpretation for decision‑makin

Stakeholder relationship skills

Communication & decision articulation

Community engagement with arts sector

Job description

What the role is

The Assistant Manager / Manager (Performing Arts – Theatre) supports the development and growth of Singapore's Theatre sector within the broader Performing Arts ecosystem. This role involves implementing strategic initiatives aimed at audience development and ecosystem sustainability, administering grant programmes, and facilitating stakeholder engagement to strengthen the local Theatre sector.

What you will be working on

• Support implementation of Theatre sector development initiatives under the strategies identified in Our SG Arts Plan
• Research and analyse sector trends, challenges and opportunities to support strategic planning
• Support the assessment, monitoring and review of project proposals throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations and reports to support decision
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders during project implementation
• Support stakeholder engagement across planning and implementation phases
• Build and maintain professional relationships with artists, arts groups and sector stakeholders
• Monitor sector developments through attendance at performances, events, networking sessions and media channels
• Gather stakeholder feedback on policies, programmes and emerging sector issues
• Administer grant programmes across various funding schemes in a timely and accurate manner
• Process grant applications and support assessment and evaluation of proposals
• Maintain accurate records of funding activities and ensure timely updates
• Engage applicants on application requirements and outcomes
• Process claims and ensure timely disbursement of payments
• Support team operations and contribute to overall team effectiveness
• Deliver assigned tasks efficiently and to a high standard
• Participate actively in team meetings, workplan planning and professional development
• Contribute ideas for process improvement and innovation
• Support colleagues and foster a positive team culture

What we are looking for

• Some familiarity with the theatre sector is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of funding schemes, grants, and support structures, including their criteria, and processes.
• Some experience or exposure in managing funding schemes, including adherence to SOPs, assessment processes, and compliance requirement is an advantage.
• Some experience in supporting projects from conception to implementation, ensuring they meet stated outcomes and deadlines.
• Ability to support research and identify trends, challenges, and pportunities within the arts sector.
• Some proficiency in interpreting data to inform decision-making and improve sector development strategies.
• Skills in building and maintaining positive relationships with artists, arts groups, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to articulate rationale for decisions, manage expectations, and foster constructive dialogue across all levels.
• Willingness to engage actively with the arts community through performances, events, and media to stay informed and connected.

Functional Competencies required

• Claims Administration
• Communication Skills
• Partnership Management
• Contract Management
• Governance and Risk
• Project Timeline Management