Manager, Corporate Communications Division

National Library Board; Singapore; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing readers and promoting lifelong learning. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage strategic communications, craft compelling narratives, and engage with media to amplify the impact of community programs. You'll thrive in a flexible, hybrid work environment that values innovation and professional growth. Collaborate with passionate colleagues to create memorable library experiences that enrich lives and foster a knowledgeable society. If you're driven, adaptable, and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in communications with strong English skills.
• Self-starter with analytical and creative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic communications for NLB’s programs and events.
• Assist in publicity, media pitching, and interviews.

Skills

Communications Management

Copywriting

Media Relations

Digital Communication

Analytical Skills

Creative Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

What the role is:

[What the role is]
The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.

We can offer you:
• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The job holder will support NLB’s Corporate Communications Division in the following areas:

• Manage strategic communications for NLB’s programmes, events and announcements, including developing communications plans, corporate storytelling, messages and preparing media materials

• Assist in proactive publicity and media pitching, including facilitating media interviews and working with media on their requests and queries.

• Manage digital communications including copywriting as well as editing web and social media content.

[What we are looking for]

• At least 3 years of working experience in communications

• Strong command of English and good writing skills

• Self-starter with an analytical and creative mind

• Confident, adaptable, results-oriented and meticulous

• Able to work independently and a good team player

• Able to multi-task and work under tight deadlines

• Highly driven and enjoy working in a challenging environment

The successful candidate will be appointed on a 2-year contract in the first instance.

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society.If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.