We have an immediate opening for the following position:
Human Resource Manager
If you are an HR practitioner who can balance between people and task oriented, and enjoys developing people, this position is for you! The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) offers flexible work arrangements, competitive salaries, a nurturing environment and rewarding career where your efforts will result in the growth of our people as we support the deaf community.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Manage full suite of HR function including compensation & benefits
2. Review and implement HR policies and procedures
3. Drive organisational alignment on vision, values and culture
To succeed in this role, you should :
1. Have at least 7 years of HR practitioner experience in a local organisation
2. Have a passion to develop people
3. Have strong organisational skills with attention to details
4. Have good communication and interpersonal skills
5. Be able to work independently and be adaptable
6. Have a recognised degree preferably in HR
Candidates with experience working or volunteering with the deaf preferred.
5-day work week. Flexi-Work Arrangements available.
2-year full-time contract, with potential for renewal.
closing date: 15 May 2025
Sign Language Interpreter
Part-time / Full-time Position
Flexi-Work Arrangements available. 5-day work week on roster.
Duration: 2-year contract appointment, with potential for renewal.
If you enjoy working with the deaf community and believe that everyone deserves access to communication, this position is for you. The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) offers flexible work arrangements, competitive salaries, a dedicated and friendly team of colleagues and rewarding work where your efforts will result in tangible outcomes and impact for the Deaf, Deafblind and Hard-of-hearing.
Responsibilities:
1. Perform spoken English to Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) and SgSL to spoken English interpretation duties in a variety of settings and locations
2. Deliver sign language interpretation in a professional and ethical manner
3. Consistently undertake professional training and development
4. Guide Community Sign Language interpreters as needed
5. Develop and maintain resources such as training materials
6. Support the organisation’s events and activities
To succeed in this role, you should:
1. Be fluent in English and competent in Singapore Sign Language (SgSL)
2. Be comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds
3. Have a strong desire to continuously learn and develop
4. Be comfortable working in a variety of settings, such as in classrooms, corporate meetings, in front of a camera for broadcasts, in front of audiences, and online in a Video Relay Service
5. Have good mental and physical stamina
6. Be able to deal with ambiguity while maintaining a strong sense of ethics
7. Be able to work independently with little supervision and be adaptable to changing work and environmental conditions
8. Be able and willing to be rostered to work on shifts, which could include weekends, nights and public holidays as needed
9. Be proficient in working with digital tools, especially Google Workspace
10. Have a recognised diploma or degree in any field
11. Candidates with experience working or volunteering with the deaf preferred.
Interested applicants, please send the following to hr@sadeaf.org.sg:
1) CV
2) A 1-min spoken and 1-min SgSL video of you sharing about yourself and why you wish to be a Sign Language Interpreter with us
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Speech Language Therapist
The Speech-Language Therapist will plan and implement tailored communication interventions, conduct assessments, develop individualised therapy plans, and provide face-to-face therapy for students with hearing loss in mainstream schools.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Plan and implement communication interventions tailored to the needs of students with hearing loss.
2. Conduct assessments to identify speech, language, and communication challenges, developing individualized therapy plans.
3. Provide face-to-face therapy sessions for students from MOE’s pre-schoolers to post-secondary levels in mainstream schools.
4. Offer consultations and training to teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to support student communication goals.
5. Develop, implement, and review appropriate intervention plans in alignment with each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
6. Collaborate with teachers, Special Educational Needs Officers, parents, and other stakeholders during school visits, meetings, and reviews.
7. Monitor student progress and adjust therapy goals as needed.
8. Stay updated on the latest advancements in speech-language pathology and technology.
Requirements:
· A Bachelor or Master degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Therapy from a recognised university.
· Full registration with AHPC, with at least two years of clinical experience.
· Experience working with children and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· A heart and passion for serving the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community.
· Proficiency in or willingness to learn Singapore Sign Language (SgSL).
This role can be tailored to suit either a full-time or part-time work schedule.
Only Singaporean need apply.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Interested applicants, please write in to hr@sadeaf.org.sg
Deaf Sign Language Interpreter (Full time basis) (Recruitment temporarily on hold)
The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) is seeking a Deaf Sign Language Interpreter to join our team on a full-time basis. If you are Deaf or hard of hearing, have a clear signing style, thrive in dynamic working environments, and enjoy working with people, this position is for you.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
To succeed in this role, you should:
If interested, please send your CV and a video recording of you signing, or selected samples of your relevant past work to Human Resources at hr@sadeaf.org.sg
Sign Language Interpreter (Ad hoc positions)
We are looking for passionate individuals to join us as Sign Language Interpreters.
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity for learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people. You must be tech-savvy, be up to date on technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch.
You have to be adaptable in working in a variety of settings, such as in classrooms, meetings, recordings, or in front of a camera for broadcasts; and be able to understand speakers with varying accents and speech patterns. You must also be open and willing to work outside of typical office hours, such as on weekends and public holidays, if necessary.
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Interested applicants, please write in to hr@sadeaf.org.sg
Notetaker (Ad hoc positions)
Read more and apply for an adhoc community notetaker position here: https://sadeaf.org.sg/community-notetakers/
You will carry out the work of meaning-for-meaning transcription of real-time speech for clients. As this role centers around typing and listening, you must be able to touch-type at high speeds and sustain it for long periods of time. A good starting point is 80 words per minute (WPM). You can test your typing speed at https://www.typingtest.com/
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity to learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people all day (and sometimes in the nights). You must be tech-savvy, stay updated with technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch. You should also be ready to adapt to and understand speakers of varying accents and speech patterns.
Find out more about the job via this article “When taking notes is serious business.“
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‘Interested applicants, please write in to hr@sadeaf.org.sg‘
Resource Teacher
The Resource Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream secondary school.
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Specialised Teacher
The Specialised Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school.
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Educational Interpreter
An Educational Interpreter (EI) provides communication access to students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school. This includes supporting the mainstream teachers in interpreting classroom instruction for non-core subjects such as art and music, as well as customised learning programmes.
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