Assistant Director / Senior Manager

at  National Gallery Singapore

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

National Gallery Singapore is a leading visual arts institution which oversees the world’s largest public collection of Singapore and Southeast Asian modern art. Situated at the birthplace of modern Singapore, in the heart of the Civic District, the Gallery is housed in two national monuments - City Hall and former Supreme Court - that have been beautifully restored and transformed into this exciting 64,000 square metre venue. Reflecting Singapore’s unique heritage and geographical location, the Gallery aims to be a progressive museum that creates dialogues between the art of Singapore, Southeast Asia and the world to foster and inspire a creative and inclusive society. This is reflected in our collaborative research, education, long-term and special exhibitions, and innovative programming. The Gallery also works with international museums such as Centre Pompidou, Muse d’Orsay, Tate Britain, National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) and National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA), to jointly present Southeast Asian art in the global context, positioning Singapore as a key node in the global visual arts scene.
In 2020, the Gallery was the only museum in Southeast Asia that received a ranking in The Art Newspaper’s annual global survey of attendance at art museums, taking 20th place. In 2018, the Gallery was also the first museum in Asia to receive the Children in Museums Award by the European Museum Academy and Hands On! International Association of Children in Museums. It also won the awards for Best Theme Attraction at TTG Travel Awards 2017, Best Attraction Experience, Breakthrough Contribution to Tourism and Best Customer Service (Attractions) at the prestigious Singapore Tourism Awards in 2016 for its role in adding to the vibrancy of Singapore’s tourism landscape.
We offer job opportunities in our dynamic organisation. Working at the Gallery enhances and cultivates your love for the arts, and offers you a chance to be part of the Gallery’s vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 8-10 years of relevant work experience in fundraising, philanthropy, grant management, business development, corporate social responsibility, donor/stakeholder management, or related field. Experience with major gift fundraising and grant management is preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate giving, foundations and philanthropy.
• Experienced strategic thinker who can craft new and creative pitch strategies and proposals to cultivate and build meaningful relationships with large corporates and foundations.
• Fast learner who can think creatively across disciplines and work productively to help secure various pitches.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent manager Prior experience managing a team of around 5 people preferred.
• Responsible and reliable professional who enjoys challenge of developing relationships and engaging with varied stakeholders, internal and external.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to communicate effectively at different levels and with people across diverse backgrounds.
• A team player who is positive, collaborative, resourceful and enjoys working with colleagues across multiple departments.
• Social conscious mindset with an appreciation of cultural and intercultural sensitivities.
• Love for and understanding of the Arts is a plus.
• Passion for the mission of the Gallery and the ability to inspire others in that mission.

Please refer the Job description for details