Head of Department, Biennale Office

Full-time Position


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Project manage and deliver to expectations the Singapore Biennale, working across teams within the museum and with external partners, in close partnership with the National Arts Council/MCCY.
  • Develop and deliver programmes across audience segments for the Singapore Biennale.
  • Assist in international projects together with the International Partnerships and Curatorial teams, where applicable.
  • Establish an international network of collaborators and partners for the Biennale and other international projects.
  • Maintain visibility and continuity of the Biennale across editions.
  • Mentor and supervise junior colleagues in the planning and execution of projects and programmes, as well as their professional development. 
  • Handle ad-hoc assignments as and when required.

     

     

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 10 years of relevant experience in managing large scale art events and festivals.
  • Familiarity with local and regional contemporary art practices, art policies and discourse.
  • Some curatorial experience preferred.
  • Excellent MS Office skills (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
  • People-oriented, emotionally intelligent team player with good written and verbal skills.
  • Positive, resourceful, and driven to succeed.

     

 

Please send your application to [email protected]. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.