Job Description

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 candidate will serve as an innovative and strategic leader responsible for establishing and advancing the NLB Academy to cultivate robust capabilities and talent pipelines in the local, regional, and international libraries and archives domain. He/she will oversee the professional development of librarians and archivists with a vision of elevating the NLB Academy to be the thought leader in training and development in the library and archives world.What you will be working on:The candidate will be responsible for the following:\xc2\xb7 Set and review the NLB Academy\'s strategic goals with clear deliverables and outcomes, aligning with NLB\'s overarching strategic direction.\xc2\xb7 Collaborate with relevant divisions within NLB to facilitate the setup of the NLB Academy.\xc2\xb7 Design and deliver relevant learning programmes, including overseas exchange opportunities to uplift the professionalism of library and archives communities based on determined capability gaps.\xc2\xb7 Source and build a sustained pool of trainers for the NLB Academy, ensuring the availability of qualified professionals to deliver high-quality training programs aligned with the Academy\'s strategic objectives.\xc2\xb7 Promote NLB Academy\'s services to meet domestic, regional, and international training needs.\xc2\xb7 Oversee the day-to-day operations of the NLB Academy and provide guidance on program development and implementation.What we are looking for:\xc2\xb7 Proven track record with at least 15 years of relevant experience in Continuing Education and Training, professional development, or equivalent setting, including at least 10 years in leadership roles.\xc2\xb7 Passionate about current and emerging trends in library and information science, continuous education, and professional development.\xc2\xb7 Driven, creative, and resourceful, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.\xc2\xb7 Strong strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.\xc2\xb7 Demonstrated ability to effectively manage business priorities, employee relationships, and stakeholders\' needs.About National Library Board:To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society. If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.

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