Entrepreneurship in the territories: is it the right time?
About the Job
TMT is embarking on the Thriving Communities Initiative (TCI) - a place based philanthropic approach contributing to our vision of thriving and sustainable communities. This involves us going deeply with specific neighbourhoods in Singapore, to focus our charitable resources and make a transformative impact. We have identified a neighbourhood located in the north of Singapore, Chong Pang, to be our pilot site.
As an intern with the Philanthropy team at TCI, you will engage directly with a diverse community neighborhoods and social impact organisations, contributing to a pilot initiative aimed at enabling place-based philanthropy in Singapore. You will develop invaluable skills in community engagement, project management, and philanthropy while making a meaningful difference in local communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build Relationships: Outreach to, engage, and develop strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders (e.g. residents, small business owners, community leaders, government partners) within the Chong Pang neighbourhood to foster trust and collaboration.
- Identify Strengths and Assets: Analyse and connect strengths within the community that can be harnessed to address challenges and promote community well-being.
- Programme Support: Provide support to the team to plan and execute TCI, managing data and working with both internal and external key stakeholders.
- Research: Conduct research on relevant topics e.g. community development; place-based philanthropy; placemaking in Singapore and internationally.
