Assistant Manager / Manager (Development)

About the role

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), a policy think tank at the National University of Singapore, is seeking an Assistant Manager / Manager (Development) to support its fundraising efforts. The primary focus is managing the IPS Corporate Associates (CA) Programme, including its administrative operations, event logistics and calendar of donor events. The position is based at the Bukit Timah Campus.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the IPS Corporate Associates Programme, improving value for corporate donors
• Plan and run donor events end-to-end: concept, budget, procurement, speaker liaison, registration, marketing materials, technical setup, on-site management and follow-up
• Drive donor acquisition, retention and renewals, prepare appeal materials, process gifts and agreements, and monitor fundraising campaigns
• Maintain donor and event databases, assist with report copy-editing and dissemination, and support IPS-wide events and general administration

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Arts, Social Sciences, Mass Communications, Business or a related discipline
• Relevant experience in donor relations, stakeholder engagement or event management: minimum 3 years for Assistant Manager, 5 to 6 years for Manager, with a proven track record in fundraising and donor management and demonstrated project management or supervisory experience
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, meticulous and methodical, able to work independently under tight deadlines

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) or equivalent database tools
• Strong administrative capabilities