Deputy Constituency Director

People's Association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in Singapore seeks a Deputy Constituency Director to assist in developing grassroots initiatives and overseeing community outreach programs. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in social work, strong communication skills, and managerial experience in community-focused roles. The role involves strategic planning and team management to foster engagement and harmony within the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in community work or related fields.
• Proven managerial experience in managing community initiatives.
• Strong co-curricular involvement is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Formulate plans for developing grassroots organizations.
• Supervise community programs and outreach initiatives.
• Support and guide grassroots leaders in community building.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication skills

Social work experience

Leadership

Bilingual

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What the role is:

The Deputy Constituency Director (DCD) partners and assists the Constituency Director (CD) in the following duties and responsibilities:

Strategic/Operational Planning

• Formulates and reviews plans for the development of Grassroots Organisations (GROs) in the constituency to achieve a highly liveable neighbourhood and a harmonious community.
• Anticipates and identifies needs of and outreach to residents in the constituency and supervises the planning and implementation of community programmes to strengthen communication and engagement.
• Identifies areas for improvement for the GROs in the constituency and provides guidance to strengthen the effectiveness and capabilities of GROs.

Operation

• Strategises and works closely with the key stakeholders on the workplan of the constituency.
• Facilitates, motivates and guides Grassroots Leaders (GRLs) and GROs to perform their key role as community builder in building better relationships amongst residents and enhancing closer partnerships with corporate and community stakeholders.
• Supervises the overall administration of the Constituency Office (CO) for effective and efficient functioning of the Community Centres/Clubs (CCs) and Residents’ Committee (RC) Centres.
• Oversees proper accounting and cash management of the GROs and their sub-committees to ensure good governance and compliance of PA Financial Rules and Regulations.
• Submits progress reports on the constituency and GROs, provides feedback and recommendation on workplan and improvements, thereby facilitating communication and co‑ordination.

Communications & Engagement

• Guides the GROs in their communication and feedback processes with the residents on new government policies.
• Strengthens outreach and engagement capabilities through more effective communications at the frontlines.
• Sets up and strengthens partnerships with community stakeholders such as VWOs, Merchant Associations, religious organizations, etc.
• Promotes PAssion Card and use of PAssion Card membership information for better outreach and engagement with residents.
• Facilitates the formation and development of Social Interest Groups for wider outreach and to sustain quality engagement with residents.

Development

• Plans and co‑ordinates the recruitment, training, appointment and renewal of grassroots volunteers.
• Supervises and motivates staff in the CO, to ensure optimum utilisation of human resources and delivery of quality services in achieving the constituency and organisation’s overall objectives.

What we are looking for

• Three years previous experience in social / community work or work in people related field.
• Good co‑curricular involvements and communication skills.
• At least 2‑3 years of managerial experience in social / community work / people related field.
• Knowledge of 2nd language and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Successful candidate will be 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. Through community participation, we connect people and deepen relationships to build communities of mutual care and trust.