Senior Manager (Projects)

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Manager (Projects) at Government Technology Agency (GovTech) will support the formation and development of the North West Community Development Council, promoting social cohesion and harmony through partnership-building with schools, NGOs and government agencies. The role also drives expansion of Social Support programmes to uplift residents and strengthen grassroots resilience.

You will lead strategic programme development, guide a team of Managers and Executive Assistants, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently.
• Ability to lead and manage teams, engage with stakeholders including corporates and social service agencies, and oversee multiple projects concurrently.
• Role requires flexibility to work on weekday nights and weekends.
• Knowledge of a second language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil or dialects) is advantageous; prior volunteer or grant management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Programme Development — Formulate, implement, and review Social Support programme plans aligned with CDC goals.
• Team Leadership & Performance Management — Lead a team of Managers and Executive Assistants, set targets, ensure delivery.
• Community Programme Implementation — Guide collaboration with Council Members to plan and implement programmes.
• Stakeholder & Partnership Management — Build relationships with schools, community organisations, and government agencies.
• Joint Project Oversight — Lead development and implementation of joint projects with community stakeholders.
• Council Operations Management — Oversee daily operations of the Council and support to partners.
• Reporting & Coordination with PA HQ — Submit progress reports and facilitate coordination for PA HQ projects.
• Ad-hoc Leadership Contributions — Participate in Task Forces and cross-departmental reviews as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Program development

Communication

Multi-project management

Strategic thinking

Job description

What the role is

The Senior Manager (Projects) exists to support the formation and development of the Community Development Council in the North West district, promoting social cohesion, community bonding, and racial harmony through networking and collaboration with various partners. The role also drives the development and expansion of Social Support programmes that foster a giving culture and uplift the lives of North West residents. In doing so, the role directly advances PA's broader mandate of building community resilience and cohesion at the grassroots level.

What you will be working on

• Strategic Programme Development — Assist the Deputy General Manager/Assistant Director in formulating, implementing and reviewing Social Support programme plans, ensuring alignment with CDC's community goals and PA's organisational objectives.
• Team Leadership & Performance Management — Lead, supervise and guide a team of Managers and Executive Assistants, setting relevant targets and ensuring these are met to achieve CDC's overall outcomes.
• Community Programme Implementation — Lead and guide Managers to work closely with North West CDC's Council Members to conceptualise, plan and implement Social Support programmes that address community needs.
• Stakeholder & Partnership Management — Build and strengthen relationships with schools, community organisations and government agencies, and develop new networks to enhance the reach and impact of Social Support programmes.
• Joint Project Oversight — Lead and oversee the development and implementation of joint projects and programmes with community stakeholders, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives.
• Council Operations Management — Develop, supervise and guide Managers in the daily operations of the Council, providing administrative and logistical support to the Council, GROs and project partners to ensure efficient execution.
• Reporting & Coordination with PA HQ — Submit progress reports on the Council to PA Headquarters and provide administrative and logistical support to PA HQ-organised projects, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
• Ad-hoc Leadership Contributions — Lead or contribute to Task Forces and Committees as required, and undertake other duties assigned by the Deputy General Manager/Assistant Director, including cross-departmental projects and reviews.

What we are looking for

• The candidate must have relevant working experience as an effective team leader with a good track record, with at least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• The candidate must also have good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Given the nature of the role, the ability to lead and manage teams, experience in engaging with stakeholders, including corporates and social service agencies, and oversee multiple projects concurrently would also be essential.
• The role will requires flexibility in working hours, as the candidate must be able to work on weekday nights and weekends.
• Knowledge of a second language such as Mandarin, Malay, Tamil or dialects would be advantageous, as would prior experience in volunteer management, grant management and/or secretariat work.

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