Assistant Manager/Manager, Programmes Division (Youth)

The Singapore International Foundation (SIF) is a non-profit organisation that connects communities worldwide and convenes global expertise to drive change for a better world. Established in 1991, we foster collaboration among communities to exchange ideas, skills, resources, and experiences to create positive social impact.

Powered by the strong commitment and dedication of our volunteers, our programmes drive collective action through public, private, and philanthropic partnerships to address global challenges.

The Programmes Division designs and implements programmes that bring people together to share ideas, skills and resources to enrich lives and effect positive change. With an aim to catalyse strategic multi-stakeholder collaboration for sustainable social impact, we initiate convenings and develop platforms that foster partnerships, drive innovation and mobilise resources for collective action.

We invite candidates who share our vision For A Better World to apply for the position.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a motivated and resourceful Assistant Manager/Manager to drive the coordination and delivery of our youth development programmes in Asia. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing programme implementation, contributing to the development of youth projects.

You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective execution, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of our programmes. This role provides an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to our mission of fostering sustainable development and strengthening international cooperation in the region.

Programme Design, Management & Evaluation

• Contribute to the conceptualisation and coordination of youth development programmes, including research, planning, logistics, and partner/vendor management.
• Lead and coordinate programme activities, including scheduling, participant management, and partner/vendor arrangements, to ensure effective and timely delivery.
• Contribute to the development of SIF's youth portfolio by supporting research, coordination, and rollout of new initiatives.
• Manage programme administration, including budgeting, procurement, documentation, and reporting.
• Implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, track KPIs, and prepare progress reports to inform decision-making and demonstrate programme outcomes.

Partnership Building & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage and liaise with stakeholders such as government agencies, NGOs, technology companies, educational institutions, and community partners to strengthen programme outcomes.
• Prepare communication and publicity materials (e.g. presentations, briefing notes, reports, social media/marketing content) in collaboration with the Communications & Engagement team.
• Coordinate logistical and programme-related support for senior management's external engagements, ensuring timely preparation of materials and smooth execution.

Administration & Financial Management

• Manage and monitor programme budgets, ensuring compliance with financial policies and timely submission of reports.
• Oversee procurement processes, including preparing ITQs/RFPs, liaising with vendors, and ensuring proper documentation.
• Maintain programme documentation, records, and compliance with organisational policies.
• Ensure robust documentation, reporting, and compliance systems are in place across all programmes under your charge.

Requirements:

• University degree holder, preferably in International Development, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Communications, Public Policy or humanities-related discipline. Certifications in project management or youth engagement are advantageous. Additional training in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework or Impact Assessment is a plus.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in project management.
• Demonstrated success in leading regional or multi-country development programmes with measurable impact.
• Strong track record in building and managing cross-sector partnerships including with governments, multilateral organisations, academic institutions, NGOs and the private sector.
• Prior experience in the international development, NGO, philanthropic, or public sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong project coordination skills, including planning, organisation, and time management, with the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation processes, including data collection, reporting, and using feedback to improve programmes.
• Effective communication skills (written and spoken), with good problem-solving abilities and confidence in facilitating small group discussions.
• Team player with a collaborative work style and the ability to work across diverse and cross-cultural settings.
• Singaporean.

Applicants with more relevant experience may be considered for appointment at the Senior Manager level.

Interested candidates are invited to send in your applications online or via email with your resume, stating your current and expected salary to [Confidential Information].

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.