Manager/Senior Manager, Interpretation & Access, Heritage Institutions

[What the role is]

The National Heritage Board (NHB) is responsible for preserving and promoting Singapore’s cultural heritage. The Heritage Institutions division includes Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH), Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) and Indian Heritage Centre (IHC), focused on safeguarding and sharing the stories of Singapore’s diverse communities.

You will be part of the Research Unit (RU) supporting the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) and Indian Heritage Centre (IHC). You will lead the integration of research outputs into public-facing content, ensuring that research findings are accessible, engaging, and aligned with institutional programmes. This role will work closely with the respective curatorial, education, and outreach teams to ensure research is effectively translated into exhibitions, educational materials, and other public-facing platforms.

[What you will be working on]

Reporting to the Head, of the Research Unit, you will work closely with the curatorial, education, outreach and programming teams at MHC and IHC to develop and implement interpretive strategies that translate RU’s research outputs into accessible formats for exhibitions, education, and public engagement. You will manage the integration of research into both digital and physical platforms, ensuring that research supports and enhances programming initiatives.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Collaborate with curatorial, education, outreach, and programming teams to integrate and conceptualise research findings into exhibitions, educational programmes, and digital content

• Oversee the editorial process for research outputs, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and consistency across all public-facing materials

• Initiate and manage new projects to increase public access to research and heritage materials, through partnerships with external institutions, digital platforms, and community groups

[What we are looking for]

• Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgements

Demonstrates the ability to evaluate and interpret research outputs, ensuring they are effectively translated into accessible and engaging content for public-facing programmes

• Serving with Heart, Commitment and Purpose

Demonstrates a genuine commitment to preserving heritage with care, ensuring that interpretation is inclusive, accessible, and impactful for diverse communities

• Research Excellence & Innovation

Demonstrate understanding of research methodologies and the ability to apply them creatively in interpretive frameworks for exhibitions, education, and public engagement

• Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including curators, educators, researchers, and community partners. Ensures that interpretive strategies align with institutional goals and audience needs

Work Experiences and Knowledge

• Preferably at least 3 years of experience in heritage interpretation, museum curation, or a related role, preferably with a focus on translating research into public-facing content

• Strong understanding of heritage research methodologies and their application in exhibitions, education, and digital content

• Experience in managing editorial processes and developing interpretive content for exhibitions, digital platforms, and educational programmes

• Strong communication and writing skills, capable of producing clear, engaging content for diverse audiences

Other Traits

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Comfortable with fluctuating priorities and tight deadlines

• Passionate about preserving and sharing cultural heritage, with an understanding of Singapore’s diverse communities