Division Head, Programmes

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the General Secretary & CEO, the Division Head of Programmes is responsible for the Programmes Division which currently comprises Youth Support (Special Needs), Youth Support (At‑Risk), Youth Leadership Development and Community Engagement & Partnerships departments.

• Work closely with the General Secretary & CEO, the Board, Exco, Programmes & Fundraising Committees and Resource Panels to develop policies, strategies and deliverables to ensure successful implementation of organisational mission, strategy plans, fund‑raising and volunteer engagement initiatives.
• Lead team to develop and implement programmes in line with YMCA’s mission and values, ensuring relevance to the needs of youths and community, and maintaining efficient, effective and quality service delivery.
• Ensure financial sustainability of Programmes Division through developing and growing various funding sources including but not limited to donations, private and government grants, programme fees and sponsor ships.
• Grow, develop and bond the team to align as One YMCA, aligned with organisational values.
• Support the career growth and development of the staff; build capabilities and capacity of the team.
• Establish structures and processes to guide, support and supervise team to ensure quality execution of programmes, and organisational, regulatory and contractual compliances.
• Actively build and nurture relationships with relevant Statutory Boards, Ministries, Foundations, NCSS, NVPC, NYC, Youth organisations, Social Service Organisations, Corporates, Churches, Grassroots Organisations, People’s Association and related government officials.
• Cultivate and actively engage with internal stakeholders across Divisions, Board & Committees, Y’s Men’s, and affiliated stakeholders like Twinning Ys, Metropolitan YMCA, and other stakeholders associated with the YMCA of Singapore.

• A recognised Degree with 5 to 10 years of experience in leadership and management roles.
• Experience in youth and community programmes.
• Confident, financially astute, resourceful and highly energetic.
• Passionate for youth development, volunteer engagement and community service.
• Strong leadership skills, vibrant personality and a natural flair for interacting with people of all levels.
• An innovative team player who is dynamic, visionary, self‑motivated, pro‑active, mature and results‑oriented with the determination to succeed.