Temasek Foundation (TF) supports a diverse range of programmes that connects people, uplifts communities, protects our planet and advances capabilities in Singapore, Asia and beyond. Temasek Foundation’s programmes, made possible through philanthropic endowments gifted by Temasek, strive towards achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities now, and for generations to come.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, experienced in strategic planning, partnership building, programme development, implementation and monitoring. The incumbent will play a key role in engaging and cultivating stakeholders to form networks and collaborations, including partnerships in funding.
This role requires navigating and influencing within a cross-functional, matrixed organisation, including effectively communicating and presenting information to internal teams, external partners, and senior stakeholders.
The incumbent will drive functional areas within the team, including:Community engagement and activationManagement of a philanthropic fundStrategising and implementing programmes of special interest to keystakeholders
RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to Head, Community Networks and Partnership (CNP), the incumbent’s responsibilities include the following:
PlanningUnderstand the needs of the vulnerable communities, through data analysis andresearch, and dialogues with organisations from 4P sectors, i.e. public, private, people and philanthropic.Identify emerging trends and assess gaps and opportunities for services and initiatives; and opportunities and threats affecting local community needs.Analyse funding and financing approaches for sustainable community programmes.Generate actionable insights for internal and external stakeholder engagements.
Development & PartnershipsDevelop and implement strategies to strengthen networks and partnerships, fostering engagement and collaboration to deliver impactful outcomes.Co-curate impactful programmes with partners, ensuring alignment with community needs and organisational goals.
Plan community-wide initiatives and activate community players to foster a strong community of care.Identify gaps and develop programmes to advance capabilities in Singapore for a resilient, future-ready workforce in future skills areas (e.g., scholarships, at-risk sectors, seniors, and persons with disabilities) by working with partners and industry players.
Manage a Fund for ground-up initiatives, ensuring effective allocation, governance and impact measurement, including providing strategic guidance and oversight for planning and implementation of funded programmes.
Implementation & MonitoringIdentify potential programmes and programme partners; support development of proposals, including viability assessment, budgeting, impact and outcomes evaluation and governance considerations.Monitor & evaluate programme progress against objectives and outcomes; capture lessons learned, and identify best practices for future initiatives; as well as actively collaborate with partners to take corrective actions when needed.Identify potential risks (financial, operational, reputational) and develop mitigation strategies to ensure programme continuity and resilience in changing circumstances.
REQUIREMENTSDegree qualification with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to utilise data, identifypriorities, and develop sustainable strategies to pursue them.Demonstrate resourcefulness to work and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamicenvironment, quick to process direction changes, and embrace ambiguity.Clear and concise communicator with the ability to synthesise multiple sources of information, identify key take-aways and derive actionable insights.Possess strong writing and presentation skills.Experience in programme design, monitoring, and evaluation.Balance attention to detail with timely execution; ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently, or as a team.Proven ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, and build strategicpartnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.A passion for social impact and community causes is a plus.
Temasek Foundation (TF) supports a diverse range of programmes that connects people, uplifts communities, protects our planet and advances capabilities in Singapore, Asia and beyond. Temasek Foundation’s programmes, made possible through philanthropic endowments gifted by Temasek, strive towards achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities now, and for generations to come.
TF funds and supports ideas and innovations through commercialisation and enterprise, in areas such as Decarbonisation, Energy, Food, Circular Economy, and Nature-based solutions. This is with the aim to help early-stage disruptive solutions be investment-ready and scale up, to benefit our planet and people.
Responsibilities Reporting to Head, Climate & Liveability, the Manager (Programmes) (Nature-based Solutions) has the following responsibilities:
Partnerships and Ecosystem Building: Build and maintain effective relationships and alliances with global and local partners/organisations to forge synergistic and effective collaborations for TF.Project Development: Develop and structure innovative Nature-based Solutions projects, initiatives, and blended finance models that unlock catalytic impact for people and planet and that are aligned with the objectives, priorities and policies of TF.Project Evaluation and Due Diligence: Conduct project evaluation, including environmental scans, research, and due diligence on partners and solutions.Project Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor approved projects of TF. This includes monitoring project status to ensure the desired outcome has been met, producing timely reports to Management and Board of TF, managing the disbursements of project grants to ensure compliance in the areas of governance, standards and practices.Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by Head to ensure that the objectives of TF are met.
RequirementsGood degree in Economics, Finance, Accountancy or related fieldAt least two years of relevant experience preferably in climate/development finance, climate investment, carbon markets or related areasPractical experience with financial instruments, project structuring, and financial modeling is a strong advantageStrong analytical skills, positive attitude, energetic, driven and resourcefulExcellent verbal and written communication skillsKeen understanding and passion for sustainability issues
