Reports to: President and Board of Directors

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate, strategic, and values-driven Executive Director to lead the Lodge’s operations, programs, and community impact.

As a longstanding Buddhist charitable organization, the Lodge serves the community through religious activities, welfare initiatives, and outreach programs while upholding Buddhist values.

This role requires a strong and capable leader who can work closely with the Board, guide staff and volunteers, strengthen governance, and build meaningful partnerships to support the Lodge’s long-term sustainability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall strategy, organizational development, and daily operations of the Lodge.

• Work closely with the Board on governance, policies, and short-term and long-term planning, including Board Meetings, Annual General Meetings, governance reports, and implementation updates.

• Oversee programs, service delivery, administration, and day-to-day operational matters.

• Ensure compliance with risk management, legal, audit, safety, PDPA, and fire safety requirements, including serving as the Data Protection Officer and Site Main Controller where required.

• Ensure sound financial stewardship and regulatory compliance, including requirements under the Charities Act and IPC regulations.

• Build and foster a positive, collaborative, and values-driven organizational culture.

• Lead, mentor, and develop staff and volunteers, including succession planning.

• Strengthen stakeholder engagement with donors, devotees, partners, and the wider community.

• Drive fundraising initiatives and resource development to support organizational sustainability.

• Enhance organizational effectiveness, outreach efforts, and public profile.

• Represent the Lodge at official events, religious activities, and community platforms.

Requirements

• Degree holder with at least 10 years of senior leadership experience, preferably in a non-profit, community, social service, or faith-based organization.

• Strong strategic planning, operational, people management, and financial management capabilities.

• Good understanding of Singapore’s charity governance framework.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Collaborative, mission-driven leadership style with high integrity.

• Culturally sensitive and able to work effectively with diverse communities.

• Passion for and appreciation of Buddhist values and community service.

• Ability to balance tradition with modern organizational practices.

• Familiarity with Buddhist teachings and practices will be an added advantage.

Working Conditions

• 5-day work week.

• Required to be available on weekends, evenings, and public holidays when needed for religious events and community programs.

For consideration, kindly submit your CV by clicking “APPLY NOW” or email [email protected] for confidential discussion.

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