Children & Teens Trainee [GRIT@Gov]

NLB Singapore; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization promoting education in Singapore is seeking dedicated individuals for outreach programs that engage children and teens. The role involves working on innovative projects to inspire learning and community impact. Ideal candidates will be graduates in relevant fields with strong communication skills and an interest in graphic design. The position offers a hybrid work environment with ample professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Graduates from relevant courses preferred.
• Interest in working primarily with children and teens.
• Interest and knowledge in graphic design platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to primary and secondary schools.
• Implement programs for Children/Teens in Learning Focus Areas.
• Participate in thematic events or projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Research methods

Graphic design skills

Education

Graduates from Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Social Work, Communications and New Media

Tools

Canva

Basic office software

Job description

Overview

[What the role is] The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.

We can offer you:

• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

[What you will be working on]

• Conduct Read@School outreach to primary and secondary schools
• Team member for a priority Learning Focus Area (Reading, Sustainability, Science, Arts, Digital) to implement programmes for Children/Teens
• Participate in 1 project e.g. Book Bugs, Spark!LabTM or thematic event or STEAM Lab project
• Function team member for 1 function team (Collection, Programmes, Content)

[What we are looking for]

• Graduates from Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Social Work, Communications and New Media related courses are preferred.
• Interest in working primarily with children and teens.
• Interest and knowlege in basic office software and graphic design platforms such as Canva.
• Strong communication and technical skills like research methods and application.