National Arts Council

Asst Mger/Mgr/Sr Mgr, Incentive Policy (Contract-12mths)

Fixed TermsClosed

What the role is

What the role is:

You will ensure the integrity and effectiveness of NAC's grant schemes through meticulous administration and monitoring. This role is essential to maintaining robust grants governance while collecting critical data that shapes future funding decisions and maximises impact across Singapore's arts ecosystem. Your work directly contributes to strengthening the arts sector by ensuring public funds are used appropriately and effectively.

What you will be working on

What you will be working on:

Grant Monitoring & Compliance: Monitor project progress of successful grant applications, follow up on overdue projects and ensure grant deliverables are met by verifying applicants’ claims.

Claims Processing: Verify project actual expenditure by reviewing supporting documents, including but not limited to receipts, bank transactions. Process grant claims accurately and ensure timely disbursement of approved funds

Data Collection and Analysis: Gather comprehensive project data including expenditure breakdowns, audience numbers, and outcome metrics for cost-norming and impact measurement purposes. Perform basic data analysis on the data collected.

Stakeholder Management: Liaise with grant recipients and handle public enquiries regarding grant processes and requirements with clarity and efficiency.

Risk Management: Identify potential fraud risks and irregularities in grant claims, escalating concerns appropriately whilst maintaining confidentiality and due process.

What we are looking for

What we are looking for:

Preferably with at least 2 years of working experience in administrative experience or claims processing experience.

Entry level applicants are welcomed if they demonstrate key competencies in areas highlighted in the job description.

Strong attention to detail to identify inconsistencies and potential irregularities in financial documentation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and perform basic data analysis.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder interaction.

Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Background in arts administration or cultural sector grants preferred.

Knowledge of public sector financial procedures and governance requirements preferred.

Functional competencies required by this role:

Claims Administration

Review of grant applications with the view to detect inconsistencies / fraud

Communication Skills

Data Entry and Management

About your application process

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.

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