National Library Board

Manager/Librarian (kidsREAD)

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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.

We are seeking a Manager/Librarian to support the development and implementation of kidsREAD, a nationwide reading programme that promotes the love of reading among children aged 4-8 years old from low-income families. This role focuses on leading the strategic development of the kidsREAD curriculum, managing the kidsREAD@Home initiative, building community partnerships and collaborations to expand programme reach, and overseeing volunteer management and training.

What you will be working on

kidsREAD Programme Development

Develop and review the kidsREAD programme through programme evaluation and data analysis to enhance programme effectiveness.
Lead the comprehensive development of the kidsREAD curriculum, including the curation of books and development of engaging reading activities.
Plan, coordinate, and procure necessary services and materials to support effective delivery of the kidsREAD programme.

Community Partnership & Collaboration

Build and nurture relationships with community organisations to expand programme reach and impact.
Develop events and platforms that enable effective partnership and resource sharing amongst community reading programme partners.

kidsREAD@Home Implementation & Management

Lead and oversee the delivery of kidsREAD@Home.
Monitor programme effectiveness and make necessary adjustments to enhance programme delivery.
Build rapport and strong relationships with kidsREAD@Home club coordinators, conduct site visits and provide feedback on club management to help improve the running of the kidsREAD@Home clubs.

Volunteer Management & Development

Oversee volunteer database management and maintain accurate records of volunteer participation.
Develop volunteer competency through creation and delivery of relevant, effective training content.

What we are looking for

At least one to two years of relevant experience in programme management, community/stakeholders engagement and outreach/partnerships
A passion for understanding and helping lower income families, and volunteering experience with lower income families/children would be an advantage
Working experience as an educator (preschool or primary level) or curriculum design would be an advantage
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for promoting reading
Good analytical, written and verbal communications skills
Required to work on some weekends and weekday night

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

About your application process

This job is closing in 6 day(s).

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.

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.

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