Training Director

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected community care organization in Singapore is seeking an experienced Director to lead its training division. This role emphasizes strategic growth, operational performance, and elevating training standards in the eldercare sector. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in healthcare and training, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. You will work to enhance sector capabilities and lead a high-performing team. English proficiency is essential; Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in healthcare or community development.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing training.
• Proven P&L management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic growth and operational performance of the training arm.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans targeting partners.
• Champion continuous curriculum improvement to ensure quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Opportunity
A respected and established organisation in the community care sector is seeking a visionary Director to lead its training and capability‑building subsidary. This role is ideal for a seasoned leader passionate about shaping the future of professional training and elevating standards across the eldercare and community care landscape.

Role Purpose

You will oversee the strategic growth, operational performance, and overall direction of the organisation’s training arm. Your leadership will strengthen the sector’s capability pipeline through high‑quality programmes, ecosystem partnerships, and forward‑looking training strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business plans targeting industry partners, community organisations, and government agencies.

• Oversee full P&L accountability to ensure financial sustainability and long‑term growth.

• Lead the performance of marketing, operations, and programme development functions within the training division.

• Drive strategies aligned with organisational goals and national sector priorities.

• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, engagement, and performance management.

• Champion continuous curriculum improvement to ensure relevance, quality, and sector alignment.

• Position the training division as a leading and trusted provider of professional learning in the care ecosystem.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and reporting requirements.

• Partner with government agencies on funding schemes, grants, and SkillsFuture‑related initiatives.

• Strengthen internal systems to ensure excellence in programme delivery, learner experience, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

• At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare, community development, training, programme management, or related sectors.

• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably with oversight of training, education, adult learning or capability-building functions.

• Proven track record in P&L management.

• Experience with SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes (SCTP), including programme design, governance, or delivery.

• Proven leadership in Continuing Education & Training (CET) programme development, particularly in adult learning or sector capability building.

• Prior experience running or leading an academy, training institute, or learning division (e.g., operations, curriculum, funding compliance, business growth).

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in English (Mandarin is advantageous to liaise with stakeholders).

Ideal Candidate

You are a strategic thinker and inspiring leader who thrives in building systems, programs, and teams. You bring the ability to balance strategic vision with operational excellence and are committed to advancing the quality of care across the sector.