Program & Partnerships Manager

OCTAVA FOUNDATION LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foundation in Singapore is seeking a Program & Partnerships Manager to oversee Mental Wellbeing programs. This role requires strong project management skills, experience in partnership development, and a degree in Education or Social Sciences. The ideal candidate will manage grants, track milestones, and conduct research, contributing to the foundation's mission. Applicants should have 4-5 years of relevant experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter outlining their motivation for applying.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience in developing partnerships.
• Prior experience in education and/or social sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the grantmaking portfolio of Mental Wellbeing programs.
• Manage existing grants, track milestones, and support impact management.
• Conduct research to inform strategy and strengthen portfolio quality.

Skills

Project management

Organization

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree in Education, Psychology, or Social Sciences

Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a personable individual who demonstrates integrity and alignment to the Octava Foundation’s values and mission.

The Program & Partnerships Manager - Mental Wellbeing Portfolio; will report to the CEO of Octava Foundation; other key relations within the organization will be:

• The Octava Foundation Team
• The Octava Foundation Chairman and the Board members and advisors

Program & Grant Management

• Support Octava Foundation’s new grantmaking portfolio of Mental Wellbeing programs and outcomes for young children, including sourcing and assessing new grant and investment opportunities, and oversee end-to end grant administration (due diligence, approvals, contracts, reporting).
• Manage existing grants and programs, track milestones, review reports, and support impact management and learning.
• Conduct research to inform strategy and strengthen portfolio quality.
• Support grantees to strengthen their programs and impact through timely management and technical support

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications

• Support the team in managing relationships with partners, funders, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to Octava events and initiatives for internal and external audiences.
• Coordinate key grant-related communications and materials (fact sheets, reports, calls for proposals, meetings).

Expected Skills and Values

• Strong project management, organisation, and communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive, analytical, and able to manage multiple projects independently.
• Ability to assess education and equity trends, and analyse financial and programmatic information.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
• Creative problem-solving and Collaborative team player
• Familiarity in impact measurement concepts and experience in managing consultants, events, and facilitation;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and fluency in spoken and written English.

Expected Qualifications

• University degree, preferably in Education, Psychology, or Social Sciences. Business graduates are welcome to apply as well.
• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant work experience with demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.
• Proven experience in developing partnerships.
• Prior experience in the education and/or social sector is an advantage.

How to Apply

Kindly share your CV along with a brief cover note outlining your motivation for applying.