The National Arts Council seeks an Assistant Manager/Manager to work in its Performing Arts Department to provide support in the lead-up and execution of a key international platform for thought leadership and exchange of ideas for the global performing arts scene. This is a 9 months contract position.
Asst Mgr/Mgr, Performing Arts (Special Projects) - Contract
National Arts Council
Fixed Terms
Closing on 21 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Work with Lead of Performing Arts (Special Projects) on the delivery of key project.
- Assist in the preparation work leading up to the hosting of a key international platform, such as planning of programme scheduling, drafting of contracts and writing internal approval papers.
- Assist in liaising with vendors, partners and stakeholders for procurement and roll out the marketing and publicity plans where required.
- Coordinate weekly project meeting agenda, setting up meetings, writing of meeting minutes and supporting the team in other administrative matters.
What we are looking for
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word and Excel).
- Good written and communication skills.
- Able to work independently as well as collaborate with team members and external stakeholders to drive project(s).
- Strong time and project management skills.
- Public sector experience and knowledge of the public sector procurement is an advantage.
Functional Competencies required by this role
- Budget Planning and Administration
- Value-for-Money & Resource Optimisation
- Resource Management
- Cost and Budget Management
- Project Execution
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 21 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.