National Arts Council

Sr Project Mgr / Project Mgr (Manpower Development)_Contract-7mths)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 14 May 2026

What the role is

The Education & Manpower Development (E&MD) team oversees policies and programmes which aim to build a skilled arts workforce that will shape Singapore’s cultural development.

To support the professional development of the arts sector, our key strategic directions include manpower planning and development through research on the arts workforce, skills development, manpower policies as well as talent and leadership development.

Among our key programmes in leadership development are the Cultural Medallion and Young Artist Award (CMYAA) and the NAC Arts Scholarship. The Senior Project Manager/ Project Manager will work closely with Manpower Development team from June to December 2025 to oversee event preparations and coordination for both initiatives, working towards the key event dates as follow:

NAC Scholarship Award Ceremony (July 2026)

CMYAA Engagement Session (October 2026) and CMYAA Ceremony (December 2026).

What you will be working on

What you will be working on:

(i) Oversee appointment of appointed Event Management Companies (EMC) and vendors (including photography and videography) and ensure they deliver as per specifications, requirements and timeline

(ii) Oversee venue set-ups and tear-downs including furniture, backdrop, F&B, AV equipment, branding collaterals etc.

(iii) Liaise with venues i.e. logistics and equipment matters and coordinate with EMCs accordingly

(iv) Oversee administrative duties, including guestlist management and liaison, volunteer management, printing of certificates

(v) Ensure the smooth running of the events

(vi) Oversee project closure and conduct after-action review

What we are looking for

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with a strong track record in project or event management (of this scale and stature)

• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word & Powerpoint)

• Planning, coordination and communication

• Data and numerical literacy

• Problem solving and critical thinking

• Good command of written English

• Managing diverse types of vendors and organisers

• Proactive, resourceful, self-motivated and a team player

• Able to work independently and deals effectively with work pressure to meet tight deadlines and is highly adaptable

• Willingness to learn

• Interest and involvement in the arts will be advantageous

Functional Competencies required for position:

• Programme Implementation

• Programme Implementation Review and Evaluation

• Project Execution

• Resource Management

About your application process

This job is closing on 14 May 2026.

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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