Manager (Volunteer Management)

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Manager (Volunteer Management)
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Manager (Volunteer Management)
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NLB Singapore
(What the role is)
The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.
(What the role is)
The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.
At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.
We can offer you:
A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The role aims to develop and manage relationships and collaborations with like-minded individuals, organisations, professional bodies, corporate, government agencies to support the transformation and development of NLB's Library and Archives Blueprint 2025 (LAB25).
(What you will be working on)
Formulate volunteer strategies to ensure high-value collaborations.
Oversee the development and establishment of policies, workflows and procedures to manage volunteers efficiently.
Evaluate and enhance the volunteer management system and portal (both front-end and back-end) to streamline operations, improve user experience, and better support LAB25 initiatives. This includes collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to identify opportunities for automation of processes and system integration.
Build and maintain relationships with corporations, schools and individuals to create meaningful volunteering experiences that support LAB25 initiatives.
Research volunteering trends/landscape and evaluate NLB's volunteer management strategy to ensure it effectively supports LAB25 initiatives while meeting the diverse interests and profiles of our volunteers. Develop value propositions and pitches for group volunteers such as corporate and school volunteers.
Manage a system of recognition and benefits package for volunteers, in support of LAB25 initiatives and projects.
Lead volunteer recruitment activities for new revamped libraries or new initiatives.
Train internal stakeholders for engaging volunteers at their libraries for retention and long-term collaboration.
Lead/support other volunteers-related activities/events such as NLB's Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event, Rewards tours, etc.
Manage and respond to volunteering-related enquiries
(What we are looking for)
Preferably with 3-5 years of relevant experience in partnership and/or volunteer management.
Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking).
Experience in UX/UI design. Fundamental coding skills would be advantageous.
Excellent interpersonal, project management and organisation skills.
Able to work effectively in different work situations.
Able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
Able to work independently as well as in a team.
A self-starter with an analytical and creative mind.
The successful applicant will be appointed
on contract till 30 Dec
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Public Relations
Industries Libraries
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