Asst Mgr / Mgr / Sr Mgr, Education & Manpower Development (Workforce)

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

Job summary

A statutory board for arts development in Singapore seeks a team member to help build a skilled arts workforce. The role involves analyzing workforce data and collaborating with education institutions and arts organizations on strategic initiatives. Candidates should ideally have relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for the arts. This is an entry-level position, welcoming those interested in contributing to the arts landscape in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Entry level applicants welcomed with key competencies.
• Relevant working experience is an advantage.
• Passionate about the arts and culture with knowledge of the arts landscape.

Responsibilities

• Analyse workforce data for arts manpower policies.
• Build relationships with partners and develop initiatives.
• Design and refine capability development programmes.
• Contribute to projects aligned with company focus.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Project management

Writing skills

Self-motivation

Team player

Job description

What the role is:

The Education & Manpower Development (E&MD) team oversees policies and programmes which aim to build a skilled and future‑ready arts workforce that will shape Singapore’s cultural development.

To support the professional development of the arts sector, our key work includes manpower planning and development through research on the arts workforce, skills development and career support and organisational manpower practices.

You will be involved in translating insights and research into manpower policies, skills development initiatives, and strategic partnerships to advance the professional development and career sustainability of the arts sector. You will also work with partners across government and the arts ecosystem to strengthen the training landscape of the arts sector.

What you will be working on:

• Analyse workforce data and industry trends to facilitate policy and strategy development of arts manpower by identifying priority jobs and skills, structural challenges and training gaps.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate closely with strategic partners (tertiary education institutions and arts organisations) and government agencies to identify opportunities and develop initiatives to build skilled arts workforce.
• Design, implement and refine capability development programmes (e.g. work-based training), balancing strategic policy objectives with practical ground realities for sectoral impact.
• Contribute to other projects or initiatives aligned with the department’s focus, as needed

What we are looking for:

• Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in the job description.
• Relevant working experience, together with a keen appreciation of industry development and workforce skills issues and work experience in the professional development (CET) landscape, will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication, relationship management, project management and writing skills.
• A team player who is self‑motivated with a strong work ethic, able to independently deliver outcomes effectively and efficiently.
• Passionate about the arts and culture, and good knowledge of the arts landscape in Singapore. Deep understanding of at least one of the following sectors (literary arts, visual arts, performing arts) will be an advantage.

Functional Competencies required by this role

• Sector/ Industry Programme Development and Management
• Industry/ Sector Partnership Development
• Sectoral Workforce Capability Development
• Policy Design & Implementation
• Programme Implementation Review and Evaluation

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.