You will be involved in the development and implementation of funding policies, while optimising processes for NAC’s suite of incentives (grants, partnerships and commissions). The role is crucial in maximising the impact and effectiveness of NAC’s funding initiatives to strengthen Singapore’s arts ecosystem.
National Arts Council
Asst Mgr/Mgr/Snr Mgr, Incentive Policy (Contract - 12 mths)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 30 Oct 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
Assist in the review of funding policies (which includes review existing grant schemes and developing new funding schemes where required).
Maintain documentation of funding policies and processes.
Support the implementation of process improvements.
Update and maintain funding databases, generate data analysis to inform policy improvements.
Coordination of cross-departmental grant assessment processes.
Grant administration, including providing relevant and timely advice and support to both internal and external stakeholders, as well as evaluating applications for grants, and ensure adherence to good governance and funding conditions.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate should have:
Project management / Administrative experience
Experience in dealing with stakeholders and public queries
Administrative capabilities (eg: Data entry, excel etc)
Experience in handling data/databases preferred
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Functional competencies required by this role:
Governance & Risk Management
Communication Skills
Project Execution
Data-Driven Policy Analysis
Design for Implementation and Communication
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 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 Arts Council or the wider Public Service.
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.
Learn more about National Arts Council