Projects Director

Honour (Singapore) Limited

Position Purpose

The Projects Directorsupports the Executive Director and organizational leadership in translating Honour Singapore's mission, strategy and priorities into effective organizational plans, programmes and outcomes.

The role provides cross-organizational leadership across strategy, organizational development, project and programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, resource mobilization, change management and governance, while helping to ensure that Honour Singapore operates effectively and in accordance with applicable regulatory and governance requirements.

The position also serves as the principal secretariat supporting the Board of Directors, Executive Committee (EXCO) and Panel of Community Advisors (POCA), coordinating governance meetings, documentation, decisions and follow-up actions.

The role works across staff, leadership, governance bodies and external stakeholders to facilitate alignment, coordination and execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Executive Coordination

Support the Executive Director in translating organizational priorities into coordinated action across Honour Singapore.

Facilitate communication and alignment between the Executive Director, staff, project teams and other stakeholders; coordinate cross-functional priorities and dependencies; identify emerging organizational issues requiring leadership attention; support decision-making through appropriate information, analysis and recommendations; and track key organizational priorities and commitments.

2. Strategic Planning & Organizational Development

Lead and facilitate organization-wide strategic planning and support the development and implementation of Honour Singapore's strategic plans.

Develop organizational structures and manpower plans to support current and future organizational requirements; support recruitment and onboarding; contribute organizational culture and performance; assess organizational capability and readiness for new initiatives; and advise leadership on the organizational implications of strategic decisions.

3. Strategic Projects & Programme Management

Lead selected strategic projects, programmes and organization-wide initiatives from conception through implementation and review.

Responsibilities include defining project objectives, scope, deliverables and success measures; developing project plans, timelines and budgets; coordinating internal and external project teams; allocating and monitoring resources; tracking progress and performance; identifying and resolving implementation issues; managing project risks; reporting progress to leadership and relevant stakeholders; and conducting post-implementation reviews.

The role may also lead or coordinate major organizational events and initiatives where these are designated strategic projects.

4. Board, EXCO & POCA Secretariat

Serve as Secretariat to the Honour Singapore Board of Directors, Executive Committee (EXCO)and Panel of Community Advisors (POCA).

Responsibilities include:

• developing annual meeting schedules and coordinating meeting arrangements;
• working with the Chairman, Executive Director and relevant stakeholders to develop meeting agendas;
• coordinating and compiling meeting papers, reports and supporting materials;
• ensuring papers are appropriately prepared and circulated ahead of meetings;
• attending meetings and preparing accurate minutes and records of deliberations and decisions;
• maintaining action registers and following up with responsible parties on agreed actions;
• preparing and coordinating written/circulatory resolutions where required;
• maintaining appropriate governance documentation and records;
• coordinating communication with Board, EXCO and POCA members;
• tracking matters requiring subsequent consideration or decision;
• supporting appointments, reappointments and other governance processes where required;
• facilitating communication between governance bodies, management and relevant stakeholders; and
• supporting the Chairman, Executive Director and committee leadership in ensuring effective governance administration.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Partnerships

Build and maintain productive relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Act as a liaison between leadership, project teams, partners and other stakeholders; facilitate collaboration and stakeholder alignment; support development of strategic relationships and partnerships; represent Honour Singapore where appropriate; and support communications that strengthen the organization's profile, reach and impact.

6. Fundraising & Resource Mobilization

Support fundraising and resource mobilization activities to contribute to Honour Singapore's organizational sustainability.

Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, partners and supporters; support fundraising initiatives and campaigns; contribute to proposals and engagement strategies; and work with leadership and stakeholders to develop longer-term support for Honour Singapore's mission and programmes.

7. Change Management & Organizational Capability

Support organizational change and the introduction of new systems, processes and ways of working.

Assess organizational readiness for change; identify capability and training requirements; facilitate adoption of new processes; support staff through organizational transitions; and strengthen internal capability so that improvements can be sustained beyond individual projects.

8. People & Team Coordination

Support the effective functioning of Honour Singapore's team through coordination, communication and organizational planning.

This includes contributing to manpower planning, recruitment and onboarding; facilitating collaboration across staff and project teams; supporting team culture and organizational effectiveness; and addressing operational or project dependencies affecting staff delivery.

9. Risk, Governance & Compliance

Identify organizational and project risks and support the development and implementation of appropriate mitigation measures.

Monitor issues that may affect delivery; escalate significant risks where appropriate; support appropriate governance processes; and help ensure organizational compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including relevant requirements under the Charities Act and Code of Governance for Charities and Institutions of a Public Character.

Key Working Relationships

Internal: Executive Director; Chairman; Board of Directors; EXCO; staff and interns; project teams.

Advisory/Governance: Panel of Community Advisors (POCA) and other committees or advisory groups established by Honour Singapore.

External: Strategic partners; educational institutions; community organizations; corporate partners; sponsors and donors; government/public-sector stakeholders; vendors and other collaborators.

Salary Range

Monthly gross salary: $6,000-$8,000, depending on experience and employment arrangement. Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Teeliewsin@honour.sg. Do indicate your current (or last drawn) salary, expected salary, and notice period/availability in your application.

Only Singaporean and PR may apply.