Assistant Manager/Manager (Collections Management), HCC - 2 years contract

National Heritage Board

Fixed Terms

Closing on 14 Sep 2025

What the role is

The Heritage Conservation Centre (HCC), an institution under the National Heritage Board, plays a leading role in heritage conservation in Singapore. It is also the repository and conservation facility for the management and preservation of Singapore’s National Collection (NC).

The Collections Management Department in HCC carries out HCC’s mission of caring for and facilitating access to the NC through supporting collecting institutions in exhibitions and research, as well as through carrying out preventive conservation. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic and motivated team that is passionate about art and heritage preservation. You will also be exposed to and accumulate varied specialised knowledge and experiences in collections care and management that are essential for the role.

What you will be working on

Perform collection accessioning duties, e.g. condition checking, information recording, and visual documentation.
Project manage, coordinate and support museum exhibitions, rotations and loans, e.g. receiving new acquisitions, managing artefact lists, facilitating access to storage, retrieving artefacts for conservation, and packing and transportation of artefacts.
Manage storage repositories and safeguarding the collection in accordance with established policies, SOPs, guidelines, and preventive conservation practices
Perform annual stocktake and assist with audits to maintain accountability of the collection
Manage and maintain accurate collections data and movements in the collections database
Supervise art-handlers and external contractors
Any other duties and projects assigned

What we are looking for

Preferably at least 1 year working experience with degree or discipline relevant to collections management work, such as Museum Studies, Preventive Conservation, Information Science, Business/Arts Management, or a combination of related training and experience. Fresh graduates with a passion for culture and heritage are welcome to apply

Competencies Required

Project management skills – ability to plan and execute projects in an effective and efficient manner
Stakeholder management skills – ability to build and sustain relationships with stakeholders

Other Traits

Meticulous, organised, independent, and willing to learn
Able to multi-task and handle multiple concurrent projects
Has a positive attitude and good teamwork, communication and writing skills
Competent in MS Office and able to quickly pick up computer skills and knowledge
Has a keen interest in heritage and culture
Interest or prior experience in archaeology is beneficial

Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract.

About National Heritage Board

The National Heritage Board (NHB) champions the development of a vibrant cultural and heritage sector in Singapore. Our role is to make heritage enriching, relevant, accessible and above all, enjoyable to Singaporeans and visitors alike. If you have the Passion …to build a nation of confident people and sense of rootedness …to deliver great service towards a strong community …to inspire generations of Singaporeans through heritage preservation …to continually innovate and develop yourself as a professional …to have fun while doing all of the above We Want You! http://www.nhb.gov.sg

About your application process

This job is closing on 14 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 Heritage Board or the wider Public Service.