Executive Director for TWC2

The Organization

• Transient Workers Count Too (TWC2) is a non-governmental organization which advocates for the right of migrant workers to fair and dignified treatment.
• We run the following services:

1. An office with 3 staff members
2. A toll-free helpline service for migrant workers offering counseling and a friendly listening ear to their enquiries and problems.
3. A twice daily free meals programme from Monday to Friday for destitute foreign workers.
4. Intervention when our clients get caught in desperate situations – abused or exploited during the course of their employment.

Job responsibilities

-          Oversees day-to-day running of the organization; in that capacity briefs the TWC2 Executive Committee (Exco) regularly and seeks advice/instruction when necessary;

-          Supervises the staff comprising an office manager, a social worker handling the helpline and case work, and an outreach manager;

-          Handles media and public relations

-          Identifies opportunities for research and advocacy and helps Exco with the implementation

-          Helps Exco with fundraising

-          Provides direction for a more structured volunteer management programme

-          Be proactive in helping Exco to identify problems and trends in the running of the organization

Job Requirements

-          Singapore Citizen or PR or Dependent Pass Holder with right to work

-          Degree holder.

-          Minimum four years experience in a relevant field, .e.g., managerial position, social work, voluntary work, advocacy, etc.

-          Interest in social issues. Familiarity with foreign workers issues would be a plus.

-          Excellent written and spoken English

-          Ability to speak one other language such as Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, Bengali, Mandarin, Tagalog or Tamil is a must

-          Willingness to work flexible hours to respond to emergencies

We offer a competitive salary that will be commensurate with experience, plus health insurance cover, CPF and annual leave. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please send a brief resume to centre@twc2.org.sg by 30th April 2010 listing highest education, relevant work experience/training and why you would like this job. State clearly in the subject line “Application for post of Executive Director”. Detailed application forms will be sent to those shortlisted.

To know more about TWC2, please visit our website at www.twc2.org.sg or contact John Devasahayam, our Centre Manager on 6247-7001.