Chief Executive Officer (Social Services) #HYN

Roles & Responsibilities

Our client is a social service organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with physical challenges to lead meaningful, independent and fulfilling lives.

We are seeking an experienced and purpose-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of development. Reporting directly to the Chairman and working closely with the Board, the CEO will oversee day-to-day operations while driving the organisation’s strategic priorities for the next four years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee client-focused operations, programmes and service delivery.
• Develop and drive fundraising strategies, including identifying and securing grants, funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Work closely with the Board and key stakeholders to establish organisational direction, goals and priorities.
• Maintain strong communication and governance cadence with the Board and relevant Committees to ensure effective execution and outcomes.
• Oversee annual budgeting, financial targets and resource allocation to ensure sustainable and efficient operations.
• Safeguard the organisation’s financial stability through sound cash-flow management, adequate reserves and prudent financial planning.
• Prepare and provide timely financial reports and updates to the Board and relevant regulators.
• Ensure consistently high standards of service delivery for clients and their family caregivers.
• Build, lead and retain a capable and committed team through effective coaching, people development and leadership.
• Represent the organisation externally as its key ambassador, building visibility, credibility and strategic relationships within the wider community.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen collaborations with government agencies, community partners and other stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong leadership experience within the social service sector or government healthcare environment.
• Candidates from private healthcare / private-sector backgrounds will not be considered for this search.
• Proven experience managing operations, people, budgets and organisational performance.
• Experience working with Boards, Committees and senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Singapore’s social service / healthcare ecosystem.
• Experience in fundraising, grants, partnerships or stakeholder engagement will be highly advantageous.
• Mature, hands-on and collaborative leadership style, with the ability to operate effectively in a relatively lean organisation.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Passionate about creating meaningful social impact and improving the lives of individuals and their caregivers.

This is a confidential search. Interested candidates may reach out for a discussion and further details about the organisation and opportunity.

📩 Interested candidatesmay apply with an updated CV by sending it to ashley.loo@recruitexpress.com.sg

Only shortlisted candidates will becontacted.

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Committees
Operating Budgets
Executive Management
Board Governance
Lead Management
Customer Service Delivery
Financial Planning
Cash Flow Management
Prepare Annual Budget
reaching the goals
Programme Delivery
Grants
Fundraising Strategies
Organisation and Board Relationship
Financial Procedures
Strategic Partnership Development