Manager (Public Art)

About the role

The Manager (Public Art) plays a key role in developing and delivering SAM's public art initiatives, working at the intersection of contemporary art, public space and civic life. The role manages public art projects from concept through completion, working closely with the Director (Collections, Design and Public Art) to turn curatorial ideas into works that are contextually grounded and meaningful to diverse audiences.

Key responsibilities

• Manage public art projects from concept to completion, aligning artistic, operational and stakeholder requirements
• Develop project plans, budgets, timelines and risk assessments, and coordinate contractual, procurement and administrative processes
• Work with Production and internal teams to ensure feasibility, quality and timely delivery, and monitor progress and take corrective action
• Cultivate relationships with artists, curators, agencies, developers, consultants, community partners and other stakeholders, and represent SAM professionally externally
• Prepare agendas, presentations, reports and meeting minutes, and support strategic partnerships and funding opportunities
• Maintain accurate project records, including correspondence, contracts, budgets and documentation
• Support public programmes, talks, publications and digital content, and help communicate projects to diverse audiences
• Refine systems, templates and workflows, and supervise and mentor junior staff, interns and project-based personnel where assigned

Required profile

• Degree in Arts Management, Fine Arts, Project Management or a related field
• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience in the arts in a project management and content creation role, with a proven track record of building partnerships across sectors and disciplines
• Team player with excellent work ethic, well organised, able to manage several large-team projects at once
• Self-directed learner and problem solver who stays productive under deadline pressure
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities, and cultural sensitivity and empathy for diverse communities
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays

Required skills

• Highly proficient spoken and written English; fluency in other official languages of Singapore and/or local dialects is an advantage
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite