Research Officer

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking dynamic contract staff for their Data & Research department. The role involves identifying arts activities, maintaining databases of venues, and conducting detailed research to support the growth of the arts sector. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, along with the ability to commit full-time. Entry level applicants are welcomed if they show relevant competencies.

Qualifications

• Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies.
• Previous experience in data entry and database updating preferred.
• Strong telephone communication and interpersonal skills for research.

Responsibilities

• Identify visual arts and literary arts activities through comprehensive review.
• Maintain and update comprehensive databases of arts venues across Singapore.
• Conduct detailed research on arts organizations through online investigation.
• Input, verify, and maintain data integrity within NAC’s arts statistics database.
• Review and systematically organize historical cultural statistics databases.

Skills

Data entry

Information collation

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

What the role is

The Data & Research department at the National Arts Council (NAC) is at the forefront of building Singapore's arts and culture research and data ecosystem. We commission cutting-edge research, implement robust data practices, and harness analytics to shape national arts and culture policy and programme development. Through strategic collaborations with government agencies, academic institutions, cultural organisations, and arts practitioners, we strengthen the sector's research capabilities and drive evidence-based decision-making that supports the growth of Singapore's vibrant arts landscape. As we continue to expand our impact and deepen our analytical capabilities, we are seeking dynamic contract staff to join our team and contribute to this vital work.

What you will be working on

• Identify visual arts and literary arts activities through comprehensive review of newspapers, media publications and online platforms

• Maintain and update comprehensive databases of performing arts, visual arts and literary arts venues across Singapore using information gathered from multiple sources

• Conduct detailed research on arts and cultural organisations through online investigation and direct telephone enquiries to obtain complete organisational profiles and contact details

• Input, verify, and maintain data integrity within NAC’s arts statistics database, systems, ensuring all information is accurate and properly categorised

• Review, update, and systematically organise historical cultural statistics databases to ensure accuracy and accessibility for future reference

What we are looking for

• Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in job scope

• Previous experience in data entry, information collation, and database updating preferred

• Strong telephone communication and interpersonal skills for conducting research enquiries with arts organisations and cultural institutions

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formula calculations, data sorting, and search functions to analyse and organise statistical information effectively

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word for document editing, formatting, and transferring information between sources accurately

• Full-time commitment of five working days per week throughout the contract duration, with flexibility subject to prior agreement