Programme Manager (Girls Mentoring)

TASEK ACADEMY AND SOCIAL SERVICES LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social service organization in Singapore seeks a Programme Manager specializing in girls mentoring. The role involves engaging and supporting girls aged 12 to 18 from disadvantaged backgrounds through various activities, including mentorship and life skills development. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a strong interest in supporting female youth. This position demands excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a related field is required.
• Strong interest in working with female youths from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and identify mentoring needs of girls.
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for personal growth.
• Develop and facilitate mentoring sessions and activities.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Interest in socially disadvantaged youth

Education

Degree or diploma in social work, youth work, psychology, education, sports science, arts, communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Tasek Academy and Social Services ("Tasek") is seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join our team as a Programme Manager that specialises in girls mentoring. The Programme Manager will engage and support girls aged 12 to 18, from socially disadvantaged backgrounds, that are connected to Tasek through our weekly programmes (eg. football, dance, or academic coaching), camps, youth drop‑in spaces, and/or our street outreach. The Programme Manager will support female youth in their personal development, impart life skills, and journey with them through important milestones. In the domain of girls mentoring, the Programme Manager will collaborate closely with Tasek’s social workers.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with the girls, understand and identify their mentoring needs (i.e. socio‑emotional skills, educational support, career guidance etc).
• Provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for girls to grow emotionally, socially, and nurture their aspirations.
• Decorate and maintain a girls‑only physical space / drop‑in for daily engagement sessions.
• Develop and facilitate weekly group mentoring sessions and one‑on‑one mentoring meetings, based on their mentoring needs.
• Design and implement engaging activities focused on life skills, self‑esteem, leadership, and career exploration or other areas of mentoring needs.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for girls in the programme.
• Collaborate with families, schools, and community partners to support the girls' development.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to regular program evaluations and reporting.
• Work closely with Tasek’s casework team, attend team and staff meetings, training, and community events as required.

Job Requirements

• A degree or diploma in social work, youth work, psychology, education, sports science, arts, communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in working with socially disadvantaged female youths.
• Understanding of issues affecting girls and young women, including those relating to identity, relationships, and sense of self.
• Strong organisational skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including parents, caregivers, teachers, and community partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to work on 1 full day per weekend (overall 5-day work week).