Assistant Manager / Manager (Strategic Marketing & Communications)

What the role is:

A cultural and architectural landmark in Singapore, the National Museum, which is Singapore's oldest museum, presents innovative and inspiring exhibitions and programmes all year round. Join the people's museum and help us tell stories about Singapore and the World through exhibitions that combine accessibility and scholarship.
In this role, you are part of the public relations (PR) and engagement team who will develop PR strategies as well as manage PR and corporate communications initiatives, including the engagement of strategic stakeholders to maintain top-of-mind brand recall and raise awareness of the museum’s offerings with their communities. You will also support the National Museum in cultivating international relations with its strategic partners.
You are an unconventional thinker and team player, who is able to work within tight deadlines as well as handle multiple projects. You have a keen interest in the museum and heritage sector and would like to contribute to this growing industry.

Responsibilities

1. Plan, create and implement PR campaigns with the goal of raising awareness and appreciation of the museum, its exhibitions, programmes and other initiatives. This includes media engagement, media previews, community engagement tours, profiling opportunities etc.
2. Develop and maintain a strong relationship with media and content creators, keeping their interest in promoting the museum and its initiatives among their communities.
3. Develop and cultivate good working relationships between the National Museum and its international partners. This includes planning, management and organisation of meetings and official visits in relation to the portfolio, as well as updating country cultural briefs and other documents as required.
4. Manage and coordinate stakeholder engagement events.

Requirements

1. Preferably 3 years of relevant experience in public relations, media management and/or integrated marketing.
2. Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills.
3. Good track record in media and stakeholder management.
4. Good practical knowledge of Adobe Suite Design Programs, Photoshop and Illustrator is preferred.
5. Interest in the Arts and Heritage Sector.
6. Experience in project management and government procurement will be advantageous.

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About National Heritage Board

The National Heritage Board (NHB) champions the development of a vibrant cultural and heritage sector in Singapore. Our role is to make heritage enriching, relevant, accessible and above all, enjoyable to Singaporeans and visitors alike. If you have the Passion…to build a nation of confident people and sense of rootedness…to deliver great service towards a strong community…to inspire generations of Singaporeans through heritage preservation…to continually innovate and develop yourself as a professional…to have fun while doing all of the above, we want you!

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