Program & Partnerships Manager

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

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Singapore is seeking a Program & Partnerships Manager to lead their Mental Wellbeing portfolio. The role involves supporting grantmaking, managing existing programs, and engaging with partners and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Education, Psychology, or Social Sciences, along with 4-5 years of relevant experience in project management and partnership development. Strong communication skills and familiarity with impact measurement are also essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant work experience with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience in developing partnerships.
• Previous experience in the education and/or social sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support grantmaking portfolio of Mental Wellbeing programs for young children.
• Manage existing grants, track milestones, and review impact reports.
• Engage with partners, funders, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Creative problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

University degree in Education, Psychology, or Social Sciences

Degree in Business

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

We are seeking a personable individual who demonstrates integrity, alignment with Octava’s mission, and has:

• 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

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