Constituency Manager

People's Association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The People's Association, based in Singapore, is seeking a candidate to assist in developing the annual communications plan and manage digital assets to grow the community organization's social media presence.

Successful candidates will engage with local communities, monitor media reports, and facilitate relationships with various partners. A keen interest in communications and current affairs, coupled with strong written English skills, is essential.

This role offers a 3-year contract, contributing to fostering social cohesion and community participation.

Qualifications

• Experience or keen interest in communications, including social media.
• Keen interest in current affairs and community news.
• Excellent written English; ability to proofread in Mandarin, Malay or Tamil.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual communications plan.
• Grow the CO's social media presence and manage digital assets.
• Monitor media reports related to PA's mission and prepare reports.
• Work with partners to identify and grow community networks.

Skills

Experience or keen interest in communications

Interest in current affairs

Excellent written English

Knowledge of Mandarin, Malay or Tamil

Active social media user

Motivated team player

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist the Constituency Director in developing the CO’s annual communications plan aligned with PA’s overall communications objectives and direction.
• Curate and maintain an archive of community stories and photographs that depict the work of the CO.
• Grow the CO’s social media presence by managing digital assets (social media and websites), developing a monthly content calendar, producing relevant content such as social media posts, videos and infographics, and monitoring online conversations.
• Collaborate with PA headquarters and volunteers to develop, amplify and disseminate communications materials.
• Monitor media reports and online conversations for opportunities and issues related to PA’s mission and programmes, and prepare relevant reports.
• Oversee CO colleagues in developing marketing communication materials (banners, posters, digital display panels) to ensure brand alignment and content appropriateness, including translation.
• Understand the demographic profile of specific groups in the local community.
• Develop programmes to engage these groups in line with their sentiments and concerns.
• Facilitate the formation of interest groups and local communication channels/networks to build/sustain relationships and increase community connectedness.
• Work with partners such as VWOs and educational institutions to identify and grow demographic‑based networks in the community.
• Communicate government policies, gather feedback and channel it to appropriate agencies.
• Formulate, implement and review plans for the development of GROs and the broader community.
• Plan and coordinate the recruitment, appointment and reappointment of volunteers and members of the GROs to ensure sufficient residential representation.
• Ensure proper accounting, procurement, fund utilisation and cash management of the GROs to comply with PA financial rules.

Qualifications

• Experience or keen interest in communications, including social media.
• Keen interest in current affairs, national policies and an awareness of community news.
• Excellent written English; knowledge of Mandarin, Malay or Tamil with ability to speak and proofread.
• Active social media user who enjoys social networking.
• Motivated team player.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be given a 3‑year contract and deployed to CO/CC.

About People’s Association

The People’s Association was set up in 1960, in a time of racial and communal strife, to foster racial harmony and social cohesion. Today, we continue to be driven by the same purpose—to build an inclusive, united and resilient Singapore. We create spaces and opportunities for people of different backgrounds to participate and volunteer in their community, building mutual care and trust through community participation.