Senior Executive/assistant Manager, Youth

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Art Museum opened in 1996 as the first art museum in Singapore. Also known as SAM, we present contemporary art from a Southeast Asian perspective for artists, art lovers and the art curious in multiple venues across the island, including a new venue in the historic port area of Tanjong Pagar.

SAM is building one of the world's most important public collections of Southeast Asian contemporary art, with the aim of connecting the art and the artists to the public and future generations through exhibitions and programmes. SAM is working towards a humane and sustainable future by committing to responsible practices within its processes.

DESIGNATION : Senior Executive/Assistant Manager, Youth Engagement and Volunteer Management

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a passionate and creative person to join our team as a Youth Engagement and Volunteer Management Programmer, driving initiatives that are largely youth-led, and keeping volunteerism as a cornerstone of our museum experience. This innovative role empowers a young leader to develop and implement engaging programmes and festivals at Singapore Art Museum (SAM), fostering inspiration and learning among peers within the youth and volunteers.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Collaborate with a team of artists and advisors to design and curate a variety of age-appropriate visual arts programmes, workshops, and events for youth, ensuring accessibility for participants.
- Develop curricula that aligns with SAM's goals that integrates creative thinking, problem-solving, and contemporary art knowledge, with a focus on youth interests, incorporating strategies for SAM's volunteer pool, and inclusive participation.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive environment that fosters artistic exploration, self-expression, peer mentorship, and celebrates diverse abilities.
- Lead engaging art instruction sessions, incorporating a variety of mediums and techniques, with a focus on youth-driven themes, collaborative creation, and incorporating adaptations for participants with varying needs.
- Identify and build relationships with teaching artists and volunteers from the youth community, with a focus on individuals who can contribute to accessible programming.
- Oversee the co-ordination and the implementation of the volunteer programme, keeping track of the data base, with regular check ins and communication with the volunteers.
- Oversee the set-up of events and programmes ensuring a safe, organised, and accessible environment for all participants.
- Assist with marketing and promoting visual arts programmes through youth-led social media campaigns and outreach efforts, ensuring messaging is inclusive and reaches diverse youth audiences.
- Track programme participation and measure programmes' success through evaluation methods tailored to youth engagement, including gathering feedback on accessibility features.
- Stay current on trends in visual arts education, youth development, and best practices for accessible programming.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Portfolio or experience in programming or visual arts.
- Minimum two year of experience working with or leading peers in an arts or educational setting, with a demonstrated understanding of access and inclusion.
- A passion for visual arts, a desire to share that passion with others, and a commitment to creating accessible programmes, carving space for youth-led initiatives and volunteering opportunities.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and youth-centred learning environment that celebrates diverse abilities.
- Strong leadership potential and a commitment to youth empowerment.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Experience with digital media and social media platforms.
- Familiarity with contemporary art and artists.
- Regularity in attending art events.
- Experience working with volunteers.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or knowledge of universal design principles.