Manager/Librarian (Early Literacy)

National Library Board

Fixed Terms

Closing on 02 Oct 2025

What the role is

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.

We can offer you:
• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Location: Woodlands Regional Library

What you will be working on

Develop and implement library programmes and services.
Organise, co-curate and facilitate programmes for the 0-6 years age group and relevant target audience (e.g. parents, caregivers and educators).
Develop new content (including articles, book recommendations, reviews, resource kits, learning packages and videos, etc.)
Ensure that programmes & services are relevant and impactful through evaluation of participants’ feedback and data analysis
Responsible for the quality and breadth of collection and programme in areas pertaining to the 0-6 years age group in the branch
Implement and track end-to-end process of programmes from planning to post-mortem, ensuing that the programmes achieve the agreed targets and outcomes
Maintain the quality and relevance of the collections by evaluating and analysing data such as branch collection usage and loan data
Plan and develop collection strategies to promote library’s collection
Identify and establish networks with community partners to promote the use of library services and collections and enhancement of library programmes
Review and maintain working relationships with partners and key stakeholders
Craft procurement specifications and apply Government Instruction Manual and internal guidelines to procure products and services

What we are looking for

At least one to two years of relevant experience in project management, community engagement and marketing/ promotion
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for reading and promoting reading
Good analytical, written and verbal communications skills
Required to perform shift work and work on weekends
Skills in technology, art, craft, engineering, music, science, green design, and computer software/programmes (video editing etc) are good and can be stated in application

Successful applicant will be appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance.

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society. If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.

About your application process

This job is closing on 02 Oct 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 Library Board or the wider Public Service.