About Our client


Our client is a non-profit organisation, headquartered in Singapore. Their mission is to improve public sector capabilities and governance around the world. We believe that when governments are effective and responsive, they will earn the trust of citizens and businesses, which in turn encourages investment and work, and supports national development and prosperity.


They partner with governments in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East to build public sector capability and leadership through training programmes, technical projects, and practical knowledge creation and sharing. Examples of these training programmes include programmes that impart critical knowledge and skills, and share good practices in national governance.


The opportunity


They are currently seeking to hire a qualified talent for a Senior Manager/Manager (Programmes) to design, manage and deliver training programmes for the Academy which is the training arm of the organization.


The right candidate will have notable qualifications and a well-rounded understanding of the public sector landscape. They should be well-versed in programme design and implementation, able to lead engagements with government clients, and deliver training in diverse international settings.


Some of the specific job responsibilities are listed below Key Responsibilities:


Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Deputy Dean (Programmes) and Dean of the Academy to engage external stakeholders, including government clients and a network of subject matter experts, to design and deliver impactful training programmes
• Develop and manage learning interventions (e.g., identifying learning needs, designing curriculum, and evaluating learning interventions) based on CIG’s curriculum framework
• Scope, design and execute projects related to institution building and strengthening of National Schools of Government (e.g. strategic planning and review, organisational design, and internal capability development)
• Identify, engage, and work with subject matter experts and trainers to shape the content, curriculum and learning outcomes of the learning interventions
• Independently manage client engagements, understanding their learning needs, and contextualising learning interventions to suit local public sector environments
• Facilitate workshops and programmes in the countries where our client operates
• Lead and coordinate programme organisation and administration, which includes but is not restricted to management of programme logistics and provision of learner support
• Undertake any other responsibilities related to the establishment and operations of the Academy, as may be reasonably expected given the candidate’s experience and capabilities.

Experience and Qualifications

• Possessed a Humanity Degree or Masters from a recognised university
• For the Senior Manager position, at least 7-8 years’ progressive experience in government and public policy
• For the Manager position, at least 5-6 years’ progressive experience in government and public policy
• Good track record of designing and developing learning interventions targeted at adult learners including blended and online learning

Skillsets & Aptitudes


The ideal candidate should excel in:

• A commitment to excellence and willingness to learn. You should be proactive about ensuring that work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines. You will need to be willing and able to learn through hands-on experience and take on board feedback constructively to improve.
• A strong belief in our mission and goals, with the willingness to learn and grow alongside the organisation.
• Adaptability and resourcefulness, able to find creative solutions to new challenges and opportunities, even if these extend beyond your specific job scope
• Multitasking and managing several concurrent projects with different partners, while maintaining attention to detail

Advantages:

• Love for frequent international travel
• Familiarity in leading and coordinating cross-border, multi-cultural stakeholders across time zones
• Familiarity in working in countries other than Singapore
• Written and spoken proficiency in languages other than English

Work Arrangement

• Our client adopts a hybrid working arrangement which allows for a mix of in-office work and telecommuting.

Interested applicants may email updated CV to Daniel Yuan (R1102385): daniel.yuan@reddothunters.com


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