Manager, Community Partnership

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a Manager for Community Partnership. This role involves developing community engagement initiatives and a communication strategy to enhance relationships with grassroots organisations. Applicants should have experience in public education and event management, along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. A degree in Engineering or Mass Communications is preferred. The position offers an opportunity to drive impactful community-led programmes.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in people-related work with a large organisation.
• Knowledge of LTA works and experience working with communities.
• Committed and resourceful in managing outreach initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop a community engagement strategy in partnership with internal divisions.
• Manage communication materials across platforms for outreach.
• Engage communities through events and education programmes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Good writing skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mass Communications or a related discipline

Job description

What the role is

MANAGER, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

What you will be working on

We are looking for dynamic and creative professionals to be a part of our dedicated team spearheading efforts in a community-centric organisation to understand the ground, foster closer community relations and respond to ideas, suggestions and requests on land transport related matters, and community-led programmes and other LTA’s initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to engage the community to collaborate and explain the rationale of our various policies / procedures where needed; and the activation of measures or actions to bring about an improved living environment, including community-led programmes and placemkaing. You will provide value-add to the community by interacting with them through meetings with grassroots organisations, carry out public education programmes and publicity campaigns on LTA’s initiatives at community gatherings and co-organise community events with grassroots, as well as other engagement efforts.

This role involves developing an overall community communications & engagement strategy in partnership with the internal divisions to foster understanding and support for LTA’s programmes, creating and managing diverse communication materials for physical and digital platforms, coordinating internal approvals, and proactively tracking progress/status and analysing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure effective project delivery and successful community outreach.

What we are looking for

• Preferred knowledge in Engineering, Mass Communications, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of LTA works, preferably on road, rails and community infrastructure projects as well as experience in working with the communities and grassroots organisation will be an advantage
• Committed and resourceful with a keen interest in problem-solving
• At least 3 years of experience in people-related work in a large and dynamic organisation
• Relevant experience in public education, event management or project stakeholders’ engagement
• Able to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills