Job Description

What the role is:At Sport Singapore, we aspire to transform the nation through an active lifestyle designed around innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences. Sport has the unique ability to bring people together through play, regardless of age, gender, race, ability or social status. It imparts life values, nurtures character and builds resilience. It inspires and evokes the Singapore spirit through shared experiences and strengthens our national identity. We help Singaporeans Live Better Through Sport. Sport Singapore is constantly on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about what they do. Anchored in our values of Passion for Sport, Strength through Teamwork and Care for People, we believe in working and playing, not just as a team, but as a family.What you will be working on:This incumbent should aspire to bring into effect paradigm shift in how Singaporeans perceive and respond to participation in canoeing, with the aim of facilitating and sustaining active participation in the sport (focusing on youth development), which would further translate into successful transition of participants to coaches, officials, volunteers, spectators and fans of the sport. Role & Responsibilities \xe2\x80\xa2 Coordinate with team members from the sports centres and coaches and lead the operations of programmes at identified centres and competitions and events island wide. \xe2\x80\xa2 Manage the players\' database, progression and activity levels and recommend initiatives and methods for retention and development, including the staffing of overseas competitions and exchange trips. \xe2\x80\xa2 Construct and implement developmental pathways for players to progress from skills-based and behavioural standpoints. \xe2\x80\xa2 Understand the overall ecosystem, its gaps and opportunities and be able to identify key priorities and partnerships to strengthen the ecosystem. \xe2\x80\xa2 Create the range of contents and maintain the channels for regular and interactive communication between the Academy and parents. \xe2\x80\xa2 Engage parents and identify potential advocates for set up and development of parent support groups within the Academy. \xe2\x80\xa2 Design and implement activities that will enable active participation in the Academy by parents and volunteers. \xe2\x80\xa2 Engage and deepen parents\' understanding of their child\'s development during his/her time in the Academy. \xe2\x80\xa2 Oversee and manage coaches for the Academy including recruitment, assessment, deployment and development. \xe2\x80\xa2 Develop a strong rapport with the coaches and work with them on their development. \xe2\x80\xa2 Support the Team Lead to establish a coach development and education pathway from a volunteer to head coach, including working with CoachSG and NSA to draw up a coach certification and education calendar. \xe2\x80\xa2 Proactively source for potential schools and outreach platforms. \xe2\x80\xa2 Coordinate with team members, coaches and volunteers and lead the operations of these outreach events and initiatives. \xe2\x80\xa2 Work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g. CoachSG, Sports Safety, Sports Fundamentals) to co-design and co-develop the curriculum for players and coaches. \xe2\x80\xa2 Identify and form partnerships with credible organisations whose purposes and objectives align well with the Academy to expand its reach, capability and impact.What we are looking for:We are looking for self-motivated individuals who value integrity, teamwork and take pride in going the extra mile to provide excellent service to stakeholders and the community. This individual should be a sport advocate through living an active lifestyle and staying active. In addition, an ideal candidate should possess the following: \xe2\x80\xa2 At least 5 years of proven experience and/ track record in relevant areas, e.g. sport development, academy management related work \xe2\x80\xa2 Good understanding of Singapore sporting ecosystem \xe2\x80\xa2 Prior experience in project management will be an advantage \xe2\x80\xa2 Current or former Team Singapore athletes preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 Able to manage and lead people of diverse backgrounds and different positions \xe2\x80\xa2 Self-motivated and able to work independently \xe2\x80\xa2 Good organisational, management and administrative skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Excellent verbal and written communication skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Proficient computer skills (standard software applications such as MS Office, email communications and internet research) The level of offer will commensurate with applicants\' experience and track records. Successful candidates will be offered a 2/3-year contract in the first instance. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About Sport Singapore:Why We Do What We Do? Simply because we believe that everyone can live better through sport. At Sport Singapore, we aspire to transform the nation through an active lifestyle designed around innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences. Sport has the unique ability to bring people together through play, regardless of age, gender, race, ability or social status. It imparts life values, nurtures character and builds resilience. It inspires and evokes the Singapore spirit through shared experiences and strengthens our national identity. We help Singaporeans Live Better Through Sport.

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