The Boys’ Brigade in Singapore is a uniformed youth organisation that seeks to nurture Youths, based on Christian values, to serve and lead. Through various programmes and meaningful activities, and with Volunteer Adult Leaders (VALs) as role models and mentors, we guide our BB members in the learning of important values and build character. If you are like-minded and believe in the potential of our young people, you could be the person we are looking for.

Executive (Programmes)

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Executive to join our team in the Programmes Department. The role involves creating, developing and executing national-level events and activities for some 5,500 members in over 100 BB Companies across the nation. We drive national policies and rally over 900 volunteers to deliver programmes of the highest standards. We update curriculum and training methods, as well as offer support to assigned volunteer committees in our endeavour to spearhead leading programmes at a national-level.

Reporting to the Department Manager, the successful candidate will work closely with volunteers, serve as secretariat to volunteer committees, and ensure that national-level events offer meaningful learning outcomes for our BB members.

The staff will therefore need to:

• Ensure curriculum/badgework content is relevant, appealing and well-resourced for all levels of membership

• Develop new content for both in-person and virtual programmes/activities for BB members

• Identify and engage new programme partners/providers to enhance programme offerings

• Organise national-level events, competitions and award presentations

• Organise national training and courses for Boys and Officers

• Work with and support volunteers

• Motivate BB Companies to strive towards excellence in utilising the BB Programme to develop children and youths

Requirements:

• Degree from a recognised university

• Appreciation of youth trends and developments

• Good interpersonal, communication and organising skills

• Able to work independently but also a team player working towards shared goals

• Willing to put in extra time to work with volunteers on some evenings and Saturdays

• Have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, videoconference and e-learning tools

Executive (Stakeholder Engagement)

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Executive to join our team in the Stakeholder Engagement Department. The role involves strategising to engage the Brigade's various stakeholders, partners, donors and supporters, so that the Brigade and its BB Companies can operate well with its various partners and also build up donor base for a more financially robust Brigade.

The staff will therefore need to:

• Prepare and coordinate interviews, media releases, speeches, marketing collaterals, publications, videos and other promotional materials

• Be responsible for website and social media content and updates

• Communicate and engage with stakeholders and partners in relation to starting new BB Companies and the overall health of each Company

• Work with and support BB volunteers and teachers in ensuring BB Companies are operating well

• Develop materials and resources for BB Companies to use to recruit new members and volunteers

• Be responsible for the donor management system; manage existing donors while growing the donor database

• Plan, organise and execute fundraising campaigns / events / activities

Requirements:

• Degree from a recognised university

• Good interpersonal, communication and organising skills

• Ability to create short videos and graphic collaterals will be an advantage

• Able to work independently but also a team player working towards shared goals

• Willing to put in extra time to work with volunteers on some evenings and Saturdays

• Have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; basic design or communication skills (e.g., Canva, newsletters) can be a plus

Executive Assistant

Responsibilities:

This staff works with the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director to support them in their work surrounding board matters, volunteer management, and secretarial support to various committees. He or she also helps to coordinate and overcome logistical challenges, helping to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

The staff will therefore need to:

• Assist in drafting reports, presentations and papers for the board

• Schedule and organise meetings, providing secretarial support

• Manage volunteer database

• Organise and maintain files and databases in a confidential manner

• Prepare and mail outgoing correspondence

• Manage communication including emails and phone calls

• Organise and administrate events and programmes

Requirements:

• Diploma from a recognised polytechnic

• Meticulous and organised

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to work independently but also a team player working towards shared goals

• Willing to put in extra time to work with volunteers on some evenings and Saturdays

• Have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken

• Have good knowledge of computer software such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint

how to apply

Interested parties may send their resume in Microsoft Word format to jobs@bb.org.sg.

Please include the following:

Recent photograph,
Reasons for leaving past & present employment,
All last drawn salaries,
Expected salary, and
Date of availability.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.