Programme Executive

REACH COMMUNITY SERVICES LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Programme Executive to enhance the lives of seniors through various community engagement initiatives. The role involves planning and managing programmes, training volunteers, and conducting outreach activities. Candidates should possess relevant diplomas in gerontology or social services and demonstrate passion for community work. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential, with proficiency in multiple languages as an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Ability to train volunteers to facilitate creative arts and activities.
• Ability to deliver programmes for groups of seniors.
• Familiarity with data entry and administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engagement programmes for seniors.
• Supervise and train volunteers
• Monitor seniors' health and make referrals.
• Conduct community outreach and needs assessments.

Skills

Training volunteers

Community outreach

Good communication skills

Passion for working with seniors

Education

Higher Diploma or Diploma in Gerontology

ITE NITEC in Community Care and Social Services

Diploma in Social Enterprise/Entrepreneurship

Job description

At REACH Senior Service, our core belief is every senior is valuable and able to live life to their fullest potential. The aim for our Senior Centre is to build a community of seniors that improves mutual social cohesion, empowers seniors and maintains their health and mental wellness.

JOIN US and be part of a team who contributes to the positive aging of the seniors as they age meaningfully and healthily. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, if you are seeking a rewarding opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, we invite you to apply today.

We are looking for a passionate Programme Executive to plan and coordinate the day-to-day programme. guide volunteers to carry out the programme activities, work with other organisations to execute programmes, manage communications and feedback from stakeholders, as well as conduct outreach activities to other organisations and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop and manage engagement programmes (workshops, educational talks, festive events, etc.) to be held at designated neighbourhood touchpoints for Seniors.
• Allocate appropriate resources, recruitment of seniors / volunteers / partners for the programmes, and to plan and execute publicity for such events.
• Supervise and train volunteers / partners in the running of approved programmes and provide administrative support to volunteers / partners involved.
• Monitor seniors’ health and wellness, make referrals to appropriate agencies, and conduct home or hospital visits.
• Manage the AAS (Alert Alarm System), SC phone and its maintenance.
• Provide support for seniors, including health monitoring and communication with next of kin.
• Conduct community outreach within the vicinity of the service area and perform needs assessment to ascertain service needs and gaps of the senior residents.

Requirements

• Possess Higher Diploma or Diploma in Gerontology, ITE NITEC in Community Care and Social Services, or Diploma in Social Enterprise/Entrepreneurship
• Ability to train volunteers to facilitate creative arts / baking / cooking / singing / music instruments / florist / live streaming in senior programmes.
• Ability to host or deliver programmes in front of a crowd of 10 – 80 seniors is a must.
• Familiarity with live-stream or data-entry and administration is preferred.
• Experience in social services not necessary
• Fully conversant and able to translate in Malay / Mandarin and English, ability to converse in Hokkien / Teochew will be a bonus, due to clients being seniors.
• Must be a good team-player, with a passion to work with seniors.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Has a strong passion in outreach and community work with seniors