Manager, Planning & Development (Planning & Geragogy Guidelines)

Agency for Integrated Care; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and social service organization in Singapore is seeking a Manager to oversee the planning and development of their workplan focused on active aging initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role, strong strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively. This role is on a 2-year contract basis, subject to renewal.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial capacity, preferably in social service, senior training, or healthcare sector.
• Proven record in planning, programme development, and project management.
• Proactive, able to multi-task and manage multiple assignments within set datelines.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the planning and development of the division's workplan.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to co-develop strategies.
• Oversee the effective implementation, monitoring, and review of the workplan.
• Drive adoption and expansion of Geragogy Guidelines.
• Design tools and resources, and implement workshops on Geragogy Guidelines.
• Foster partnerships and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical capabilities

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Job description

The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) aims to create a vibrant care community for people to live well and age gracefully. AIC coordinates and supports efforts in integrating care to achieve the best care outcomes for our clients. We reach out to caregivers and seniors with information on staying active and ageing well, and connect people to services they need. We support stakeholders in their efforts to raise the quality of care, and also work with health and social care partners to provide services for the ageing population. Our work in the community brings care services and information closer to those in need. For more about us, please visit https://www.aic.sg.

Job Description

• Involved in the planning and development of the division's workplan, ensuring alignment with organisational strategic objectives, particularly in the areas of senior learning and volunteerism.
• Collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to co-develop strategies, initiatives, and programmes that support the overarching goals.
• Oversee the effective implementation, monitoring, and review of the workplan to ensure key milestones are met.
• Drive adoption and expansion of Geragogy Guidelines through targeted strategies, stakeholder engagement and capacity building efforts.
• Design tools and resources, plan and implement workshops on Geragogy Guidelines to ensure seamless adoption of guidelines.
• Foster partnerships and facilitate cross-functional collaboration to create synergies and enhance the overall impact of active aging initiatives.

This role is on 2 years contract, subject to renewal.

Job Requirements

• A good bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial capacity, preferably in social service, senior training, or healthcare sector.
• Proven record in planning, programme development, and project management.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities to drive strategic and operational outcomes.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills to drive adoption of guidelines
• Proactive, able to multi-task and manage multiple assignments within set datelines.
• A resilient team player with an adaptive, innovative, and collaborative mindset, able to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.