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.


You will be part of the Capability Development team in the People Matters Division of the National Library Board (NLB). You will plan, review, develop and implement learning, career development and talent development policies, processes and programmes to build a skilled, adaptable and future-ready NLB workforce.

[What you will be working on]

Develop, review and implement leadership and talent development programmes Manage scholarship and sponsorship awards, and assist with related queries Engage scholars, high potential officers and leaders to discuss their development plan and deployment opportunities Work closely with the Line Divisions and Senior Management in the identification, development and deployment of scholars, high potential officers and leaders Drive the capability development of 1-2 domain areas, and work with the Line Divisions to develop strategies, learning initiatives and design programmes to address capability gaps in these areas

[What we are looking for]

Preferably 3-7 years of relevant working experience in learning and/or talent development Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Resourceful and able to solve problems creatively Able to multi-task and deliver in a dynamic work environment Good team player
The successful candidate will be appointed on a 2-year contract.