We are seeking a strategic leader to develop and oversee Singapore’s medium to long term arts infrastructure planning. You will lead a team in reviewing and formulating arts use policies and planning parameters that enable and support the growth of arts creation and presentation spaces across Singapore.
Assistant Director, IP&D (Infrastructure Planning)
National Arts Council
Fixed Terms
Closing on 30 Aug 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
Provide urban planning and policy guidance for Singapore’s art infrastructure, including understanding and identifying demand, infrastructure gaps, barriers and opportunities, from the conceptualization of an island-wide masterplan to regional, township and localized arts neighbourhoods/precincts
Lead project management of ongoing consultancy contracts for planning arts spaces in Singapore, including:
(a) Facilitating inter-agency workgroup discussions
(b) Providing timely management updates to the Council and Ministry on the Arts Spaces Plan
(c) Reviewing consultancy reports and distilling recommendations to refine and formulate relevant planning parameters for Arts Spaces Plan 2035
(d) Where applicable, seeking formal approval at Ministry and regulatory authority levels to secure and guide the development of Singapore’s art infrastructureReview current land and buildings allocated for arts use by working closely with key stakeholders (NAC’s Companies Limited by Guarantee and MCCY’s Cultural Academy’s Cultural Policy Research Network) to track and monitor data, including:
(a) Gross Floor Area utilised by NAC and NAC-supported arts use in public and private sectors
(b) Utilization and occupancy percentagesLead team members in building strategic partnerships with public and private stakeholders to unlock suitable space opportunities for the arts sector
Serve as NAC’s key point of contact for all arts use data and planning matters, including inter-agency consultations for spaces and projects under:
(a) Community Sports/Facilities Scheme
(b) Strategic Development Initiative
(c) Direct Allocation Framework and Waiver of Competition for State propertiesLead the review of arts infrastructure accessibility for the arts ecosystem, including the suitability and sustainability of relevant space-related support policies
Conceptualize and assist in Massing plans of various arts facilities (from theatres to concert halls, arts galleries and studio spaces) and maintain a database of relevant space norms
Coordinate across teams to secure necessary resources for executing annual and multi-year workplans
What we are looking for
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and master planning, with a proven ability to develop and implement long-term strategies
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and relationship management across multiple organisations and levels
Advanced skills in data analytics, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights effectively
Extensive project management experience, including budget management, resource allocation, and timeline tracking
Proven leadership experience in managing teams and driving complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives to successful completion
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 30 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 National Arts Council or the wider Public Service.