What the role is

To initiate and assist in the formation and development of programmes in collaboration with both community and corporate partners along the CDC’s 3 strategic thrusts of i) Strengthening the social infrastructure, ii) Nurturing volunteerism and iii) Promoting active citizenry, so as to nurture a vibrant and self reliant community.

What you will be working on

Key duties and responsibilities that need to be performed to meet the primary objective of the job. This will include the important result areas (what) along with the rationale (why).

To plan, formulate and grow various CDC Committees which includes staffing District Councillors to conceptualise, plan and implement community projects.

To develop and execute district level CDC projects and cross-segment programmes among CDC’s community partners such as Grassroots Organisations, Social Service Organisations (SSORGs), schools, government bodies and non-government organisations.

Network, coordinate and develop joint CDC programmes or partnerships with

Community and Corporate Partners, schools as well as other Government agencies, in achieving set targets and objectives of the Government/PA/CDC.

To engage in research, needs assessments and gather data to build institutional knowledge to enhance effectiveness of our community projects.

Strategise and maintain sustainable working relationships with internal colleagues and both community and corporate partners through SE CDC community projects.

To coordinate and submit progress reports on the Council Committees, provide feedback, recommend changes and improvements to Council, sharing of results and notes of discussion with Committee, and thereby facilitating communication and coordination between the Committee and the Council.

To ensure work plans and progress on projects are well communicated and updated to council and management on a regular basis by facilitating monthly/weekly meetings for discussion.

Works closely with Manager/Assistant Manager in corporate dept to ensure projects/functions are covered adequately by the media and other publicity channels.

Submits progress reports on the Council to PA Headquarters, thereby facilitating communication and coordination between the Council and PA.

Provides administrative and logistical support to projects organised by PA Headquarters.

Provide accurate record of the Council meetings, Standing Committee meetings and District meetings in minutes.

Ensure compliance to Corporate Governances in line with the Government/ PA/CDC policy and guidelines, i.e. Procurement, Projects Staff Manual, PA Staff Manual etc.

What we are looking for

Performs other duties as assigned by senior officers

About People's Association

The People’s Association was set up in 1960, in a time of racial and communal strife, to foster racial harmony and social cohesion. Today, we continue to be driven by the same purpose - to build an inclusive, united and resilient Singapore. We create spaces and opportunities for people of different backgrounds to participate and volunteer in their community. Through community participation, we connect people and deepen relationships to build communities of mutual care and trust.

About your application process

This job is closing on 28 Aug 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 People's Association or the wider Public Service.