Company Overview
Centre For Seniors (CFS) is a non-profit Social Service Agency committed to promoting the well-being of older persons in Singapore through vocational, financial, and psycho-social support, including training and job placement to help seniors remain employable and engaged.
Job Summary
The Placement & Project Manager drives employer partnerships and creates sustainable employment opportunities for mature workers aged 50 years and above. This role focuses on developing targeted industry sectors, engaging employers to build age-inclusive workplaces, and securing quality job opportunities aligned with mature job seekers’ capabilities and aspirations. The manager oversees projects and partnerships, collaborates with workforce agencies and internal teams, and supports job redesign and training initiatives to enhance employability and placement outcomes.
Responsibilities
Identify and develop priority industry sectors with strong potential for mature worker employment to expand job opportunities
Prospect, engage, and build relationships with new and existing employers to increase employer network and job mandates
Conduct employer outreach and business development activities to promote age-diverse and age-inclusive workplaces
Advocate the business value of hiring mature workers to influence employer hiring practices
Analyze emerging workforce trends and translate them into employment opportunities for mature job seekers
Secure new job mandates by understanding employer hiring requirements and matching suitable mature candidates to roles
Facilitate successful placements by coordinating between candidates and employers and addressing hiring barriers
Monitor hiring outcomes and maintain strong employer relationships to encourage repeat hiring
Collaborate with employers to review and recommend job redesign or work process improvements to better suit mature workers
Support employers in adopting age-friendly work practices and workplace accommodations to improve retention
Work closely with the Training team to identify skills gaps and emerging competency needs based on market intelligence
Provide input to inform programme and curriculum development for industry-relevant training pathways
Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry associations, community partners, and workforce stakeholders to strengthen the employment ecosystem
Represent the organisation at networking events, employer engagements, and industry forums to promote employment services
Maintain accurate records of employer engagement, job mandates, and placement outcomes for performance tracking
Prepare reports on employer engagement, sector trends, placement performance, and key performance indicators to inform strategy and decision-making
Preferred competencies and qualifications
Degree in Business, Human Resource, Social Work, Project Management, or related discipline
At least 5 years’ experience in project management, workforce development, or programme management
Experience engaging employers and community partners to build partnerships
Strong stakeholder management skills demonstrated through successful collaboration with diverse partners
Excellent project coordination and reporting skills to ensure timely and accurate delivery of outcomes
Experience with grant-funded programmes is advantageous
Other Information
Working days and hours
5-day work week
8:30am to 6pm
Application Process
Interested candidates to submit resume with a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and vision for the position applied for. Please email to ************* Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Centre For Seniors (CFS) is a non-profit, Social Service Agency (SSA) that is committed to promoting the total well-being of older persons in Singapore, specially their vocational, financial and psycho-social health.
CFS manages programmes, activities, and projects that help promote an active ageing culture in Singapore. A key aspect of the current services offered includes the various training programmes to encourage and prepare older persons to remain employable for as long as possible, as well as job placement to help senior job seekers find suitable jobs.
CFS also focuses strongly on research and advocacy regarding seniors, including the areas of physical and mental needs, and workplace issues.