The Data & Research department at the National Arts Council (NAC) is at the forefront of building Singapore's arts and culture research and data ecosystem. We commission cutting-edge research, implement robust data practices, and harness analytics to shape national arts and culture policy and programme development. Through strategic collaborations with government agencies, academic institutions, cultural organisations, and arts practitioners, we strengthen the sector's research capabilities and drive evidence-based decision-making that supports the growth of Singapore's vibrant arts landscape. As we continue to expand our impact and deepen our analytical capabilities, we are seeking dynamic contract staff to join our team and contribute to this vital work.
National Arts Council
Research Officer - 6 mths contract
Fixed Terms
Closing on 26 Nov 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
Identify visual arts and literary arts activities through comprehensive review of newspapers, media publications and online platforms
Maintain and update comprehensive databases of performing arts, visual arts and literary arts venues across Singapore using information gathered from multiple sources
Conduct detailed research on arts and cultural organisations through online investigation and direct telephone enquiries to obtain complete organisational profiles and contact details
Input, verify, and maintain data integrity within NAC’s arts statistics database, systems, ensuring all information is accurate and properly categorised
Review, update, and systematically organise historical cultural statistics databases to ensure accuracy and accessibility for future reference
What we are looking for
Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in job scope
Previous experience in data entry, information collation, and database updating preferred
Strong telephone communication and interpersonal skills for conducting research enquiries with arts organisations and cultural institutions
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formula calculations, data sorting, and search functions to analyse and organise statistical information effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Word for document editing, formatting, and transferring information between sources accurately
Full-time commitment of five working days per week throughout the contract duration, with flexibility subject to prior agreement
About your application process
This job is closing on 26 Nov 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