Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager (Manpower Development)

National Arts Council

Permanent

Closing on 27 Sep 2025

What the role is

What the role is:

The Education & Manpower Development (E&MD) team oversees policies and programmes which aim to build a skilled arts workforce that will shape Singapore’s cultural development.

To support the professional development of the arts sector, our key strategic directions include manpower planning and development through research on the arts workforce, skills development, manpower policies as well as strong HR practices in arts organisations.

You will contribute towards the formulation of strategies and policies, and/or implementation of programmes and partnerships for arts manpower planning and development. You will also work on building strong relationships with arts institutions and relevant government agencies that are involved in the training and development of the arts sector.

What you will be working on

What you will be working on:

Identify issues, gaps and needs through research and analysis of the arts workforce to develop policies and strategies for the planning and development of arts manpower in Singapore.
Collaborate closely with industry stakeholders (education institutions and arts organisations) and government agencies to develop initiatives, including developing skills/competency frameworks, and implement capability development programmes to build skilled arts workforce.
Design and implement leadership development initiatives which include the processing of applications for the Cultural Medallion and Young Artist Award and the NAC Arts Scholarships as well as the organisation of the conferment ceremonies.

What we are looking for

What we are looking for:

Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in the job description.
Relevant working experience will be an advantage.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Good communication, relationship management, project management and writing skills.
Proactive, resourceful, independent, self-motivated and a team player.
Good understanding of the professional development (CET) landscape.
Passionate about the arts and culture, and good knowledge of the arts landscape in Singapore. Deep understanding of at least one of the following sectors (literary arts, visual arts, performing arts) will be an advantage.

Functional Competencies required by this role:

Programme Implementation Review and Evaluation
Partnership Management
Project Execution

Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter, resume and one-page write-up on your interest and involvement in the arts.

If you do not hear from us within 2 months from your date of submission, you may assume that you have not been shortlisted. In the meantime, please track the status of your application on Careers@Gov.

About National Arts Council

The National Arts Council champions the arts in Singapore. By nurturing creative excellence and supporting broad audience engagement, our diverse and distinctive arts inspire our people, connect communities and profile Singapore internationally. We preserve our rich, cultural traditions as we cultivate accomplished artists and vibrant companies for the future. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, our support for the arts is comprehensive – from grants and partnerships to industry facilitation and arts housing. The Council welcomes greater private and corporate giving to and through the arts so that together we can make the arts an integral part of everyone’s lives. At NAC, we have a team of creative and dynamic staff who share this common vision. If you have a strong passion for the arts, we welcome you to join us for a challenging and fulfilling career.

About your application process

This job is closing on 27 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Arts Council or the wider Public Service.