PROGRAMMES MANAGER / SENIOR PROGRAMMES MANAGER

AIDHA LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Singapore is seeking a Programmes Manager / Senior Programmes Manager to contribute to and enhance programme offerings for low-income women. The ideal candidate will have experience in programme development and evaluation, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community and includes opportunities for personal growth and learning.

Benefits

Opportunity for personal growth

Impact on beneficiary lives

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing curriculum and programme development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to programme development and management.
• Support evaluation and research initiatives measuring programme impact.
• Assist in the development of online content and offerings.

Skills

Programme development

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Experience in programme development and evaluation

Job description

POSITION : PROGRAMMES MANAGER / SENIOR PROGRAMMES MANAGER

The role of Programmes Manager is one that contributes to the strategic development of Aidha's programme offerings. Reporting to the Director of Programmes & Development and / or the Senior Programmes Manager, the Programmes Manager is responsible for contributing to and supporting the development of both current and new curriculum and other programmes initiatives; assisting with research and evaluation activities that will track the success and impact of Aidha's programmes; and managing curriculum updates to ensure Aidha's programmes remain effective and relevant to its students.

The position is either a full-time or 80% role. The Programmes Manager is expected to spend up to an average of two Sundays a month on campus. Note that time off-in-lieu will be provided for work on Sundays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme Development and Enhancement

• Contribute to programme development and management including continuous programme improvement to include : Reviewing current curriculum to fine-tune Aidha's core curriculum

Making needed revisions to current curriculum

Expanding Aidha's work by delivering and coordinating Aidha's curriculum for low-income Singaporean women with partner organisations

• Assist with Aidha's Short Course development, including content development and piloting of Aidha's short courses including : Research and writing content for the short courses, possibly including full development and / or refinement of the curriculum
• Supporting, supervising and / or collaborating with consultants supporting course development
• Coordinating with partners, printing materials, attending to the event, analysing outcomes data
• Contribute to Aidha's online initiatives and strategy - to include the development of online content, and supporting the delivery and design of online programme offerings
• Lead the planning and delivery of the annual Graduation Business and Personal Financial Plan Competition - to include coordinating the judging process and managing a series of training sessions & events
• Support the development of new programmes as required to meet the needs of Aidha's beneficiaries as Aidha expands its programme activities
• Support the development of collaborations and partnerships related to Aidha's programmes

Research and Evaluation

• Support the planning and implementation of evaluation and research initiatives to measure the impact of our programmes on Aidha beneficiaries including :
• Impact data assessment for short courses, the local low-income women's programme(s), and core curriculum
• Support student, mentor, and partner feedback as well as feedback on the Sunday Skills workshops
• Stay abreast of best practices in the delivery of financial education and entrepreneurship training for low income women to ensure optimal design and execution of Aidha's programmes
• Be an Aidha representative with external research partners and participate in external research projects

Other Responsibilities

• Undertake any other duties assigned by the CEO

ARE YOU OUR IDEAL PROGRAMMES MANAGER?

Our ideal PM is that rare combination of being able to think big picture but also able to get down to details. S / he would ideally have experience in programme development and evaluation and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. S / he must have strong organisational skills and be able to juggle multiple projects and be unfazed with tight deadlines. S / he must have the personality to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can cope well with change. As our office and campus resembles a mini United Nations, s / he must enjoy interacting and working with people from different nationalities and backgrounds. If you have a passion for our mission of education and empowerment, then we want you on our team!

In return, what you can expect from your time with us at Aidha is...

• A deep sense of fulfilment from being able to see the impact you are making on our beneficiaries right before your eyes - which no money in the world can buy!
• The opportunity to play a key role in helping to shape and influence the growth of this successful organisation as it continues on its upward track
• Unmatched opportunities for personal growth and to learn and develop new skills and experience
• Never again dreading coming to work on a Monday morning!

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive resume and a cover letter stating current and expected salary to [e-mail] . Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.