Careers of Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre

Responsibilities:

• Conduct basic research on Singapore Chinese culture.
• Administer and facilitate research projects in Singapore Chinese culture.
• Build partnerships with academia, cultural/civic organisations and public institutions, as well as cultural practitioners and enthusiasts.
• Oversee the presentation of research content, including the production of documentaries, publications, online articles and other creative products.
• Conceptualise and work with partners on programmes to present research on Singapore Chinese culture to target audience, including general public, students.

Requirements:

• Have a good university degree.
• Possess strong writing, presentation, engagement and administrative skills.
• Resourceful in researching for relevant information related to Singapore Chinese culture.
• Able to write and speak well in English and Chinese/Mandarin.
• Possess an eye for details for editing/vetting in both English and Chinese.
• Have analytical skills for preparation of project proposals.
• Able to engage and work with diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Can work independently as well as in a team.
• Have a strong interest in and knowledge of Chinese culture, and good understanding of Singapore Chinese culture.
• 1-3 years of working experience. Suitable fresh graduates would also be considered.
• Singaporean/Singapore PR only.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Responsibilities:

• Provide research, analytical and administrative support for SCCC’s local and international collaborations, including:
  • Analysing proposals and conducting benchmarking against projects of similar scope;
  • Collating and analysing research data and contributing to programme evaluation and strategic planning discussions;
  • Preparing reports on outcomes and presenting insights to support senior management in their decision-making;
  • Scheduling and coordinating meetings across stakeholders, taking minutes of meetings, preparing relevant materials (e.g. briefs, presentation slides, agreements, etc); and
  • Ensuring proper record-keeping of information and documents, and accurate data collation of attendance figures, feedback, survey results, etc.
• Project manage SCCC’s initiatives that are in line with established SCCC strategic priorities and programming pillars. These responsibilities include:
  • Planning and managing the timelines and progress of projects, allocating and monitoring project budget and expenditure, calling for quotations and tenders, procuring goods and services;
  • Coordinating partners, vendors, and project teams, and delegating duties and logistical arrangements; and
  • Evaluating project deliverables and presenting on project outcomes.
• Support the development and management of SCCC partnerships, including:
  • Liaising and collaborating with SCCC stakeholders, such as local arts, cultural and community groups, to organise and implement SCCC initiatives; and
  • Coordinating and working closely with internal stakeholders (including SCCC’s teams managing programmes, corporate services, operations, production, venue management, and corporate communications) to ensure the successful implementation of SCCC initiatives.
• Assist with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by CEO and Assistant Director (Strategy and Partnerships) of SCCC.

Requirements:

• Has strong interest in Singapore Chinese arts, culture and heritage;
• Pleasant personality with positive attitude, good team player, resourceful, adaptable, responsible, meticulous, detail-oriented, and comfortable with managing figures and complex data;
• Good interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge and experience in managing diverse stakeholders in a demanding environment would be preferred;
• Good time and project management skills, with experience in multi-tasking and independently handling all aspects of project management;
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin, with proficiency in Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders and translation of text into Mandarin;
  • Minimum of at least 3 years of relevant work experience in the arts or cultural sector, and/or programme and events management. Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply;
• Willing to work on weekday evenings and weekends, if required (note: Days off-in-lieu will be provided accordingly);
• A degree in Arts Management, Social Sciences, International Relations, or a related field; and
• Singaporean/Singapore PR only.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, co-develop storylines and identify potential loan objects for a permanent exhibition, special exhibitions and travelling exhibitions on the history, culture and heritage of the Chinese community in Singapore.
• Work with researchers to conceptualise and develop storylines for exhibition topics related to the history, culture and heritage of the Chinese community in Singapore.
• Write exhibition panel texts and captions in English and Mandarin.
• Engage with key stakeholders, experts and academics in the course of developing the abovementioned storylines.
• Liaise with potential lenders for the loan of objects for the abovementioned permanent exhibition and special exhibitions.
• Work closely with a team of professionals including exhibition designers, conservators and technicians for the abovementioned permanent exhibition, special exhibitions and travelling exhibitions.
• Conduct curatorial tours and train docents for the abovementioned permanent exhibition, special exhibitions and travelling exhibitions.
• Organise conferences, talks and other related programmes.

Requirements:

• At least two years of relevant research or curatorial work experience in any of the following fields: Singapore History, Chinese Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, with an Honours or Masters in related field. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Able to tailor complex curatorial concepts to cater to different audiences.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent project management and inter-personal skills.
• Able to work independently and also be a good team player.
• Singaporean/ Singapore PR only.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.