Singapore Children's Society Hiring! Full Time Associate (Research and Admin) - 12 months contract in Central Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 3,500 - Ricebowl

The Research Associate is a member of the Research team providing day-to-day administrative support and coordinating of research operation roles

Responsibilities

Support the Research Unit in our research and evaluation work including but not limited to:

• Administrative support for research projects, such as assisting in the recruitment of study subjects, coordinating study visits, managing participant reimbursement.

• Preparation of research project’s supplies or equipment prior to study visits to ensure the appropriate items are available when necessary.

• Conduct basic research activities such as literature review, note-taking during interviews/FGDs, transcribing data, cleaning/ coding of data.

• Assist in preparing simple reports such as feedback reports.

• Act as secretariat for the Unit’s various functions, such as research committee secretariat, research and advocacy standing committee secretariat, ethics secretariat and evaluation secretariat.

• Organize and schedule research department meetings, manage agendas, and take minutes.

• Assist in the administration of the John M. Elliott Memorial Research Grant.

• Assist in the administration of our research newsletter.

• Assist in updating the Research Unit’s standard operating procedures.

• To assist or organise events as required e.g. annual lecture, workshops, evaluation festival, team bonding etc.

• To support the team in administrative tasks such as RFPs, PDPA checks, etc.

• Support the Unit’s efforts in Knowledge Management, such as working with centres to consolidate documents required.

• Coordinate DIK (Donation-In-Kind) items and volunteers.

• Undertake any other duties as may from time to time reasonably be requested by the research department.

Requirements

• An interest in research, programme evaluation, and the social service sector

• A diploma in psychology or other related fields

• Past experience working in social service agencies or research institutes will be an added advantage

• Shows excellent time management skill and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

• Able to pay attention to detail and problem-solving skill

• Able to demonstrate strong organizational and planning skill

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft forms, google drive and file sharing

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of team

• Ability to relate to staff in a collegial manner

• Able to commit to a one-year contract role, with opportunity to convert to a permanent position based on performance and organisational needs

About Singapore Children’s Society

Singapore Children’s Society protects and nurtures children and youth of all races and religions. In 2025, the Society reached out to 22,333 children, youth and families in need. Established in 1952, its services have evolved to meet the changing needs of children.

Today, Children’s Society operates more than 10 service centres islandwide, offering services in the four categories of: Vulnerable Children and Youth, Children and Youth Services, Family Services, and Research and Advocacy.

Our Patron-in-Chief is President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

Our Mission

We champion the wellbeing of children and youth by shifting mindsets and creating lasting change

Our Vision

A future where every child and youth enjoys a safe and happy childhood and flourishes in strong families and caring communities

Our Core Values

Compassion and Caring, Commitment, Professionalism, Integrity, and Openness to Change