Senior Manager/Manager (Partnership Development)

National Gallery Singapore is a leading visual arts institution which oversees the world's largest public collection of Singapore and Southeast Asian modern art. Situated at the birthplace of modern Singapore, in the heart of the Civic District, the Gallery is housed in two national monuments - City Hall and former Supreme Court - that have been beautifully restored and transformed into this exciting 64,000 square metre venue. Reflecting Singapore's unique heritage and geographical location, the Gallery aims to be a progressive museum that creates dialogues between the art of Singapore, Southeast Asia and the world to foster and inspire a creative and inclusive society. This is reflected in our collaborative research, education, long-term and special exhibitions, and innovative programming. The Gallery also works with international museums such as Centre Pompidou, Muse d'Orsay, Tate Britain, National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) and National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA), to jointly present Southeast Asian art in the global context, positioning Singapore as a key node in the global visual arts scene.

In 2020, the Gallery was the only museum in Southeast Asia that received a ranking in The Art Newspaper's annual global survey of attendance at art museums, taking 20th place. In 2018, the Gallery was also the first museum in Asia to receive the Children in Museums Award by the European Museum Academy and Hands On! International Association of Children in Museums. It also won the awards for "Best Theme Attraction" at TTG Travel Awards 2017, "Best Attraction Experience", "Breakthrough Contribution to Tourism" and "Best Customer Service (Attractions)" at the prestigious Singapore Tourism Awards in 2016 for its role in adding to the vibrancy of Singapore's tourism landscape.

We offer job opportunities in our dynamic organisation. Working at the Gallery enhances and cultivates your love for the arts, and offers you a chance to be part of the Gallery's vision.

OUR PEOPLE

At National Gallery Singapore, we develop cultural leaders who make the world better. Our people are united by a shared belief in the power and necessity of art, and work together to create meaningful experiences for our visitors.

In this full-time role, you will report to the Assistant Director (Partnership Development) and be part of the dynamic Partnership Development division. You will manage National Gallery Singapore's "Patrons Programme", strengthening relationships with long-term supporters of the Gallery and acquiring new patrons. You will also be the Gallery's lead project manager for its Gala Fundraiser and oversee every aspect of the gala, from conceptualisation to execution, ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for donors while meeting fundraising targets. Your key responsibilities and focus areas will be:

Patrons Programme Management & Stewardship

• Develop and implement and drive strategies to cultivate, engage and retain high net-worth individuals and philanthropists who support the Gallery's mission
• Oversee the stewardship and growth of the Patrons Programme, ensuring an exceptional donor experience
• Plan and execute bespoke events for patrons, such as patron's hour, curator-led tours, exclusive meet-and-greets, donors appreciation events and international art trips
• Work closely with senior leadership to cultivate major gifts, endowments and legacy contributions from patrons
• Manage regular communications with patrons, including the crafting of impact reports, and the delivery of patron's privileges
• Track and analyse donor retention and engagement metrics, providing insights to refine strategies
• Update the Partnership Development leadership regularly on the progress of the "Patrons Programme".

Gala Fundraiser Project Management

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising and event strategy to ensure the success of the gala.
• Work with board members, committee members and senior management to set and achieve financial targets, including securing sponsorships, table sales, auction items and philanthropic donations.
• Drive the overall creative direction and branding of the gala, ensuring alignment with the Gallery's mission and positioning.
• Lead the planning and production of all event components, including but not limited to:
• Manage venue selection, setup and logistics
• Develop and manage the event budget, ensuring cost efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of execution
• Oversee negotiations with vendors, production teams, and internal departments (curatorial, marketing, operations)
• Work with gallerists, curators, artists, and performers to craft an engaging experience
• Ensure meaningful brand integration for corporate sponsors
• Manage auctions, pledge drives, and any other fundraising element
• Troubleshoot and ensure smooth on-the-ground execution on the event day

Micro-giving Programme Management

• Develop engaging micro-giving campaigns that encourage small, recurring donations
• Collaborate with exhibitions and festival teams to integrate micro-giving options into the visitor experience
• Work with internal departments utilizing digital platforms and social media to create compelling calls-to-action
• Manage digital donation platforms for a seamless donor experience
• Analyse campaign performance for insights on donor engagement and ROI
• Integrate micro-giving into broader fundraising efforts in collaboration with the team
• Track and update Partnership Development team and management on the Micro-Giving donations.

General Partnership Development Division duties

• Oversee Partnership Development Division's overall budget and work closely with Finance to ensure timely reports and issuance of tax deduction receipts
• Support Partner Development's donor cultivation and stewardship events
• Manager and regularly update Gallery's CRM database.
• Be a team player
• Execute appropriate ad hoc duties/events to further the goals of the Partnership Development various divisions

Education/Training/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in arts management, marketing, communications or any other related field.
• Preferably at least 5 years of fundraising/partnership experience, with demonstrable knowledge of soliciting and stewarding donors and a strong track record of success.
• Strong team player with humility when it comes to learning and engaging stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver high-quality results within specified timelines, demonstrating a strong focus on efficiency, productivity and proactive problem-solving.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills with the ability to clearly articulate fundraising and partnership strategies and plans.
• Proven track record of achieving challenging goals and objectives.
• Experience in engaging, build relationships and influencing diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Have a good network and relationships of potential donors, patrons, industry peers
• Strong analytical, networking, interpersonal and prospecting skills, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize goals.

Personal Attributes

• Professional integrity and dedication to excellence.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A growth mindset, open to learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment.
• People-oriented and able to engage with a diverse group of people.