Head of Home

The Trybe; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization focused on youth rehabilitation is seeking a senior manager in Singapore to oversee strategic planning, financial reporting, and staff development. The ideal candidate has a degree in Social Sciences and at least 5 years of managerial experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role, which includes liaising with external agencies and ensuring adherence to governance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in managerial or leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of social policies and community engagement.
• Excellent writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic planning of the Division.
• Manage the overall operational budget.
• Develop staff development pathways.
• Ensure adherence to governance requirements.
• Liaise with external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Social work interventions

Education

Degree in Social Sciences

Job description

1. Oversee the philosophy and strategic planning of the Division

• Develop up-to-date and sustainable philosophy and strategy in terms of case intervention, programmes and operations (together with HODs)
• Respond to emerging youth trends in the offending setting and changes in the justice system in order to better meet the objectives of rehabilitation
• Develop key channels of communication of values and belief to staff, residents and stakeholders

2. Financial reporting and administrative oversight

• Support Corporate Services in financial reporting and updates, budgetary and financial regulatory controls and oversight of preparation of such documentation
• Oversee budgeting and expenditure according to objectives and goals
• Liaise with authority on funding matters and accounting
• Oversee and approve monthly and quarterly report submission to authority
• Manage the overall operational budget and financial responsibilities of the Division

3. Staff management and development

• Develop sustainable structure and pathways for staff development and progression in accordance to national competency guidelines (together with HODs and Corporate Services)
• Oversee staff relationship with clients, stakeholders and other professionals in the sector
• Provide supervision and guidance for staff
• Coach, mentor and develop staff competency, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities.
• Ensure staff work in compliance with company policies and standards.
• Oversee Human Resource aspects of the staff within the department

4. Governance

• Ensure adherence to proper governance requirements beyond basic requirements according to Standards of Care
• Oversee the drafting and amendments of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Provide guidance for standardization matters
• Provide guidance and approval for Business Continuity Management (BCM)
• Oversee incident management requirements for reportable incidents

5. Networking and liaison with external agencies

• Maintain coordination and network with Heads of Home (Voluntary Children’s Homes)
• Front external liaison, especially with inter-ministerial coordination
• Connect resources for learning journeys and exchanges with other agencies/institutions

6. Attain the Division goals and ensure they are aligned with Company’s strategic plans

• Ensure Department goals are met by each manager
• Ensure work goals are aligned with Division goals
• Responsible in achieving Division Goals

7. Ad-hoc duties

• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Degree in Social Sciences with at least 5 years of experience in managerial or leadership roles
• Possess good knowledge and experiences with social work interventions, social policies and community Engagement
• Possess strong communication and writing skills.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for the organisation’s mission and ability to inspire others