The Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) managed by the National Heritage Board, traces the history of the Indian and South Asian community in the Southeast Asian region. The General Manager oversees the management and operations of IHC in order to preserve and promote Singapore’s shared heritage and culture; IHC aims to leave legacies towards a shared future through its exhibitions, education and outreach programmes and publications.

Key Outcomes
- To develop IHC into a leading Heritage Institution and focal point for the Indian community
- To groom and achieve a high performing team of IHC officers
- To promote understanding of Singapore’s Indian culture and reach out to the community at-large
- To establish strong partnerships, networks and build advocates amongst the Indian community

Responsibilities

• Achieve IHC’s vision, goals and work plans by assessing and improving strategic objectives; monitor and evaluate divisional KPIs
• Oversee the management and operations of IHC, including planning of programmes, publications and projects for IHC
• Oversee all administrative, financial, human resource and estate management matters
• Supervise and develop a diverse team of IHC officers including curators, educators and programmers
• Establish and enhance relations with IHC Board, governmental and community stakeholders, partners and donors
• Oversee IHC marketing and communication efforts including websites and social media platforms
• Spearhead fundraising and public relations activities
• Facilitate collaborations and partnerships with both local and foreign institutions, organizations and associations

Requirements

• Preferably at least 10 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the arts and heritage sectors
• Due to the nature of this role, incumbent has to possess good command of English and Tamil (verbal and written); any additional language, especially those commonly used in Singapore will be an asset
• Strong leadership, highly independent and resourceful
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and business partnering skills
• Self-motivated, result-oriented and full of drive
• Possess diplomatic sensitivity; willing to accept and work on day-to-day challenges
• Able to work irregular hours when required

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

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