Senior/Executive, Engagement

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable self-starter to be part of the team that drives holistic partnerships towards better quality of life for Persons with Intellectual Disability (PWIDs) and their families. This role is critical in fostering positive relationships with corporations and government agencies to establish partnerships and grow the movement towards an inclusive community.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate and develop strategic partnerships with corporations and government agencies that align their philanthropic goals with MINDS' mission and critical gaps.
• Engage internal stakeholders to develop a deep understanding of our cause, especially critical gaps that require support.
• Secure financial, in-kind and/or volunteer support for MINDS' services, programmes and initiatives.
• Cultivate positive relationships with potential, new and existing partners to establish long-term partnerships.
• Represent the organisation at engagement events/activities.
• Effectively communicate the organisation's mission and impact to diverse audiences
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, in particular corporations and government agencies.
• Manage donation enquiry inbox and generate regular donation reports. Work closely with internal stakeholders on impact reporting for donor-funded programmes.
• Communicate Donation Management SOP to internal stakeholders, address queries and provide support where necessary.
• Drive the implementation of Volunteer and Donor Management System (VDMS), particularly the donation component through close collaboration with internal departments.
• Manage the fundraising pipeline, develop/implement innovative fundraising strategies, and track progress towards fundraising goals.
• Conceptualise, plan, and execute assigned campaigns/events/initiatives to ensure successful delivery, including developing marketing collaterals (campaign webpage and eDMs), securing partners and garnering volunteer support.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Communications team to plan, create and review content for campaign collaterals.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure group volunteering sessions run smoothly and achieve optimal experience to foster long-term volunteerism
• Assist in updating bi-monthly reports, decks and other support where applicable.
• Manage team procurement, particularly for events and other initiatives where necessary.
• Support other events/programmes organised by SCE.

• Degree in Marketing/ Business/ Mass Communications or a related field

• At least 3 years of experience in partnerships, volunteer or donor management, event management and/or marketing communications.
• Self-starter with strong project management skills, ability to handle multiple projects independently within tight deadlines and limited resources. This role requires a problem-solver with the ability to adapt to evolving challenges.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge in Volunteer and Donor Management System, website builder and procurement systems strongly preferred.
• Experience in event, account management, statistical and impact reporting skills preferred.