Asst Mgr/Mgr, Performing Arts (Special Projects) - Contract until 30 Dec 2029

You will work with the Head of Department (Performing Arts) and Team Lead (Special Projects) to:

• Assess grant applications to provide robust recommendations that are aligned with the grant schemes’ criteria, funding guidelines, and NAC’s strategic priorities;

• Review grant applications to detect inconsistencies/fraud and ensure compliance with policies and procedures;

• Communicate with grant applicants/recipients to ensure clear understanding of requirements and deliverables, providing relevant and timely advice or support where necessary;

• Follow up on awarded grants to ensure projects are on track for completion and perform grants closure processes to verify deliverable achievement and programme compliance;

• Provide feedback and recommendations to department grants coordinator to inform policy and process improvements;

• Develop strategies to strengthen the capabilities development of the sectors, including implementing or supporting programmes (e.g. residencies) and interventions (e.g. partnerships) to drive the growth of high-potential arts organisations and practitioners;

• Review, track and be up-to-date with local and international trends and developments for the design of support levers;

• Conduct regular meetings and check-ins with primary stakeholders including Major Company and project grant recipients, arts groups, artists, key opinion leaders (KOLs), etc;

• Attend performances regularly, engage with stakeholders at networking sessions, and proactively manage stakeholders if issues arise;

• Keep up-to-date on industry trends and developments in the music/performing arts sector to understand the priorities and needs of stakeholders;

• Work with public ministries and agencies (e.g. STB, SportSG, NHB, MCCY) as required to synergise efforts in developing the music/performing arts sector;
• Collaborate with other departments to profile Singapore’s Performing Arts, and to widen internationalisation opportunities;
• Perform secretariat duties towards President Challenge’s Multiculturalism Panel; and
• Where assigned, undertake cross-department and/or cross-agency projects to achieve NAC’s/WOG’s strategic priorities.

• Good degree with preferably at least 1 to 2 years of relevant working experience.

• Knowledge of a range of arts genres, including an understanding of the local and international arts sectors.

• Good ability to handle grants administration, including compliance requirements, assessment processes, and tracking effectiveness.

• Some knowledge of internationalisation strategies to support the global presence of Singapore’s arts ecosystem.

• Ability to oversee research and identify trends, challenges, and opportunities within the arts sector.

• Proficiency in interpreting data to inform decision-making and improve sector development strategies.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage diverse stakeholder relationships and navigate complex conversations.

• Effective communication skills to articulate decisions, manage expectations, and foster constructive dialogue.

• Networking capabilities to actively engage with the arts community and cultural institutions.

• Proactive and adaptable, with a strong ability to learn and respond to the evolving needs of the arts ecosystem.

• Meticulous and organised, with a process-oriented working style and adept at project management; focusing on delivering impactful outcomes.

Function Competencies required by this role:

• Claims Administration

• Communication Skills

• Partnerhsip Management

• Resource Management

• Sector/Industry Programme Development and Management

• Conceptualisation and Design

• Project Execution

• Project Timeline Management