Manager, Advancement Manager (Communications)

Daughters Of Tomorrow Limited

Registered as a charity under the Charities Act of Singapore, Daughters Of Tomorrow (DOT) complements and supports existing training and workforce-related agencies by connecting volunteers and community resources to enable each woman on an individual level. By deep- diving into the practical day-to-day constraints of these women, we offer empathetic support and individual coaching to help each woman reach regular and sustained employment. Our clients are women aged 18 to 63 from low-income families, mostly living in government-subsidised rental flats, and facing multiple stressors in their families. Through sustained employment and a supportive ecosystem, women in our employment bridging program gain confidence in themselves, skills and a social support network that helps them achieve independence and enable social mobility for their families.

About the Role

We are looking for a thoughtful and purpose-driven Communications professional who believes in the power of women's economic empowerment and is excited to use storytelling to drive advocacy, engagement, and social impact.

This role supports the organisation's strategic communications efforts across multiple channels, digital platforms, campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with the CEO and Head of Advancement, you will help connect people to purpose, and partnerships to impact.

Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Branding

. Develop and lead the overall strategic communications strategy for multiple channels aligned with DOT's vision, mission and values to drive advocacy, engagement and impact

. Provide counsel to the Board, senior management and colleagues on branding, positioning and crisis response

. Maintain brand guidelines and communication standards, and safeguard organisational reputation by ensuring accuracy and consistency in brand identity and messaging across all touchpoints internally and externally

. Represent DOT professionally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities

. Continually in touch with communications trends and developments, identifying opportunities to enhance DOT's advocacy efforts.

Contents & Storytelling

• Shape storytelling that centres on dignity, agency, and lived journeys rather than transactional outcomes and develop contents for, but not limited to digital platforms, newsletters, campaigns, events, annual reports, and donor communications
• Work closely with Programmes & Operations to translate programme impact and beneficiary stories into meaningful narratives that inspire action.

Digital & Social Media

• Oversee DOT's digital presence, including website, social media, and online fundraising platforms, to deepen engagement and reach new audiences
• Strategise, plan and execute content calendars, and manage website contents updates and future development, working closely with other teams for aligned action, messaging and impact
• Monitor, analyse and report on campaign performance, using data-driven insights to improve strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen online community engagement
• Support the implementation of automation tools and CRM integrations to streamline digital fundraising efforts
• Stay up to date with digital marketing trends and best practices to enhance outreach and fundraising efforts.

Fundraising Communications & Support

• Support the development of effective pitches for advocacy and fundraising, including the preparation of partnership proposals, pitch decks, impact reports, and any other stewardship materials as required
• Support physical fundraising events and DOT events including poverty sensitization workshops to connect supporters to purpose and impact.

Media & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary contact for media queries and the preparation of press releases and media kits
• Support the Board, senior management and key spokespersons with media interview preparation, including crafting briefs, speeches and soundbites
• Build and actively manage relationships with media partners, journalists, and editorial stakeholders across various platforms, identifying and developing publicity opportunities
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to assess the impact of public relations strategies.

Internal Communications & Governance

• Support internal communications initiatives and organisational announcements
• Maintain organised communication assets, templates, and photo libraries
• Track communication performance metrics and prepare reports where required for Board and Management reporting
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting and reporting, and jointly manage the communications budget with the Head of Advancement.

Direct Supervisor

• Head of Advancement

Who we're looking for

You will help shape how our mission, programmes, and impact are communicated to our supporters and the wider community. The ideal candidate is someone who combines strong writing skills with empathy, creativity, and an understanding of how authentic stories can inspire action. You are:

• .Someone who is warm, collaborative, thoughtful, organised, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on execution
• Equally at ease presenting to corporate partners and working closely with programme teams, volunteers and beneficiaries to bring impact stories to life
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a growing organisation
• Strong passion for women's empowerment and social impact
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an eye for details, clarity and tone
• Well-versed with social media platforms and digital engagement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, Canva and email marketing platforms
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in communications and marketing preferred