Strategic Lead, Community Engagement & Partnerships

Singapore Children's Society; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Children's Society invites applications for the role of Assistant Director / Deputy Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships (CEP). You will lead donor, volunteer and partner engagement, translate priorities into practical strategies, and build high‑performing teams to grow sustainable support for children, youth and families in Singapore.

Reporting to the Head of CEP, you will foster external collaborations, govern engagement practices, and drive long‑term fundraising

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications preferred.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in the social service or non‑profit sector.
• Proven experience leading teams and translating strategy into operational outcomes.
• Proven experience managing relationships with donors, corporate partners, volunteers or community stakeholders.
• Experience in governance, safeguarding, compliance and risk management within external engagement functions will be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to teams responsible for donor engagement, volunteer engagement and partner engagement, fostering a collaborative, relationship‑centred and high‑performing culture.
• Translate organisational priorities into practical engagement strategies that strengthen supporter acquisition, retention and long‑term sustainability.
• Coach and develop managers and team members to build capability, accountability and professional growth.
• Champion innovation by identifying new opportunities, engagement approaches and partnership models that strengthen the Society's reach and impact.
• Support the Head of CEP in developing policies, frameworks, SOPs and governance practices that enable effective supporter engagement.
• Lead the cultivation and stewardship of strategic donors, corporate partners, foundations, philanthropists and key stakeholders to strengthen long‑term relationships with the Society.
• Represent the Society at external engagements and discussions to strengthen awareness and build meaningful collaborations.
• Work closely with Centre and Department Heads to identify partnership opportunities that enhance programmes, services and organisational capability.
• Guide the development of engagement strategies that deliver meaningful supporter experiences and encourage sustained commitment.
• Drive fundraising and supporter engagement performance by reviewing portfolio performance and ensuring achievement of the department’s objectives.
• Establish clear performance expectations, monitor organisational risks and ensure timely mitigation of issues relating to supporter engagement.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, safeguarding requirements, due diligence processes and regulatory obligations relating to fundraising, volunteers and partnerships.
• Prepare strategic reports, insights and recommendations for Management and governance committees to support informed decision‑making.
• Monitor supporter trends, fundraising performance and sector developments to identify opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.
• Encourage data‑informed decision‑making and the effective use of supporter insights to strengthen engagement strategies.

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Singapore Children's Society invites applications for the role of Assistant Director / Deputy Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships (CEP). You will lead donor, volunteer and partner engagement, translate priorities into practical strategies, and build high‑performing teams to grow sustainable support for children, youth and families in Singapore.

Reporting to the Head of CEP, you will foster external collaborations, govern engagement practices, and drive long‑term fundraising