Programme Manager, Talent Venture Programme - Part-Time

About TomoWork

• TomoWork is a Singapore-based charity committed to building an inclusive and innovative ecosystem where persons with disabilities can access meaningful opportunities, develop their potential and thrive.

About the Talent Venture Programme

• The Talent Venture Programme (TVP) supports persons with disabilities in developing sustainable micro-businesses as an alternative pathway to economic participation. Participants will receive structured training, mentorship, business coaching, market exposure and access to relevant industry partners.

Role Overview

• The Programme Manager will lead the end-to-end planning, delivery and continuous improvement of the Talent Venture Programme. This is a hands-on role that involves managing the participant journey, coordinating trainers and mentors, and cultivating ecosystem partnerships to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn ideas into viable ventures.
• This is a 3-year contract role, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent role, subject to programme needs, funding and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Planning and Delivery

• Plan and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Talent Venture Programme, including recruitment, selection, onboarding, training, mentorship, venture development, scheduling, budget management and post-programme support.
• Work with trainers and subject-matter experts to develop practical, accessible and relevant learning content.

Participant and Venture Support

• Guide and monitor participants’ progress in identifying viable business ideas and developing realistic business and implementation plans.
• Coordinate appropriate accommodations, coaching and tailored support for participants.
• Facilitate access to mentors, industry practitioners, professional services and potential customers.

Partnerships and Ecosystem Development

• Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, government agencies, community organisations, educational institutions, mentors and funders.
• Identify opportunities for participants to test, showcase and sell their products or services.
• Recruit, coordinate and engage suitable trainers, mentors, volunteers and ecosystem partners.

Programme Operations and Governance

• Manage programme budgets, procurement, vendor coordination, documentation and administrative requirements.
• Ensure programme activities comply with organisational policies, funding requirements and relevant governance standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth programme execution.

Impact Measurement and Reporting

• Track programme outcomes, participant progress, preparation of programme reports, stakeholder updates, identification of impact stories and venture development milestones.
• Gather feedback from participants, mentors, trainers and partners to improve programme delivery.
• Document key processes, SOPs, learning points and success factors into a programme playbook.

Requirements (Must Have)

• At least 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in programme management, entrepreneurship development, business incubation or social impact.
• Demonstrated experience managing programmes, projects or initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Good understanding of basic business concepts, including business models, budgeting, marketing, sales and operations.
• Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a small and dynamic team.
• Willing to support occasional evening or weekend programme activities.

Good to Have

• Experience in entrepreneurship, business incubation, micro-enterprise development or running a small business.
• Experience working in the disability, social service, education or community development sectors.
• Familiarity with inclusive practices, accessibility and reasonable accommodations.
• Experience with monitoring, evaluation and impact measurement.
• Experience managing or supervising a small team.

Key Measures of Success

• Success in this role may include:
• Achievement of participant recruitment, retention, and completion targets.
• Number of participants successfully testing or launching viable business ideas.
• Quality of mentor, trainer, and partner engagement.
• Accuracy of budget management and reporting.
• Positive participant feedback and impact demonstration.
• Development of a practical programme playbook that supports future scaling and replication.