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of leaders
Learn about our Management Associate Programme
Our promise of
Growth & Support
Our Management Associate Programme has a primary mission: to nurture a community of leaders that provide working families and their children with equal access to quality education.
You will be given opportunities for varied, cross-disciplinary roles in early childhood education, enabling you to grow and potentially fill leadership positions within the organisation. The result: a fulfilling career that enriches both your life and the lives of the families you support.
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Grow with us
At NTUC First Campus, you will enjoy the opportunity to tailor your own professional and personal growth to greater heights, as we continue to be at the forefront of the early childhood sector in Singapore.
Experiential Exposure
Widen your professional exposure through research, projects, and sponsored learning opportunities.
Diverse Career Paths
Look forward to variety and versatility in your career path in an award-winning community.
A flexible network allows you to determine your own career progression.
Mentoring Support
In addition to on-the-job learning, there will be regular engagement with our senior professionals so you can learn from them first-hand and be guided in achieving your goals.
In line with our vision of making a positive difference in the communities we serve, you will have the opportunity to go beyond our school environment to level the playing field for less privileged families.
Holistic Well-being
We believe in supporting you to be your best self so that you can achieve your goals. To this end, we offer a range of welfare benefits, lifestyle perks and holistic well-being programmes that meet your physical, mental and emotional needs.
Management Associate Programmes Available:
Corporate Programme
A peek into the life of a Management Associate (Corporate)
Exciting job rotations into different functions that drive our business strategy and operations, with opportunities to interact with senior management and industry leaders.
Education Programme
A peek into the life of a Management Associate (Education)
The programme is designed to train, grow and develop you into becoming a Centre Leader. There are also selected opportunities to develop in other specialist roles.
Management Associate (Corporate)
Curious to know what’s in store for you as a Management Associate? Here’s what you can expect. Management Associates will be given two postings to grasp a deep and holistic understanding of how our organisation operates. You’ll be immersed in our business and given the opportunity to work with senior management and industry leaders along the way.
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME (CORPORATE)
Your journey of
Growth
Exciting job rotations into different functions that drive our business strategy and operations, with opportunities to interact with senior management and industry leaders.
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME (CORPORATE)
Hear from our Management Associates
The programme provides me with rotation opportunities across corporate functions and business units, allowing me to hone my business acumen and technical skills. Regular interaction with senior management has also given me valuable perspectives on the industry. There is a real sense of a shared purpose and I am inspired every day.
Canice Ho
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (CORPORATE)
Upon graduation, I thought the best way to pay it forward is to work in an organisation like NTUC First Campus! Its social mission and “People First” approach were the main draw for me to join this MA programme. Even if you have a background in a seemingly unrelated field, you will still have a unique skillset to bring to the table. It’s never too late to explore your interest in early childhood!
Lee Qin Xuan
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (CORPORATE)
Back in 2018, I had a short stint with NTUC First Campus’s (NFC) Corporate Development team, and I truly enjoyed my time there. As a fresh graduate, NFC was my top choice for its focus on meaningful work aligned with its social mission and nurturing culture. Opting for the Corporate track in the Management Associate programme, I appreciated its structured approach, where I could choose to rotate to different departments to learn about various business functions.
Corrine Chong
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (CORPORATE)
With a background in volunteering and teaching children from low-income families, I was drawn to the early childhood sector’s potential for impact. Through the MA programme, I’ve refined my management skills on diverse projects, including stakeholder management and scalable project execution. Interacting with senior management has reinforced my belief in the programme’s commitment to grooming future leaders. This experience has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth.
Clara Chia
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (CORPORATE)
The Management Associate (MA) programme has been pivotal in shaping my career journey. NFC’s mission of providing equal access to quality education for children deeply resonated with me, making it an ideal fit. Opting for the corporate track of the MA programme was a natural choice. It allowed me to leverage my business acumen and technical skills effectively. The mentorship opportunities with senior management were invaluable. Having direct access to them enhanced my learning experience significantly.
Rachel Tan
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (CORPORATE)
Management Associate (Education)
A structured career programme that works towards being a centre leader (Principal) within 4 years after completion of the required Early Childhood Care and Education qualification. There will also be opportunities for progression towards leadership roles in our headquarters / Early Childhood Care and Education.
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME (EDUCATION)
Your journey of
Growth
The programme is designed to train, grow and develop you into becoming a Centre Leader. There are also selected opportunities to develop in other specialist roles.
Sponsoring your studies
For candidates without prior Early Childhood qualification
Year 0
Upon Graduation
Year 1 TO 2
TEACHER / SENIOR TEACHER
Year 3 to 4
LEAD TEACHER /
DEPUTY CENTRE LEADER
Year 5 Onwards
DEPUTY CENTRE LEADER / PRINCIPAL
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME (EDUCATION)
Hear from our Management Associates
This programme drew my attention because it fulfils both my interest in working with children and my goal towards professional development. Particularly, the opportunity to make a positive influence on the children under my care as well as the chance to shape their foundational skills such as their social-emotional well-being inspired me to join this programme. I look forward to growing personally and professionally to become more equipped with skills as a people leader in the sector.
Deniece Toh
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION)
The sense of fulfilment from witnessing the changes I have made has been the most valuable and meaningful part of my journey, thus far. Contributing to the children’s growth and development while witnessing and experiencing the direct impact of my efforts and hard work fills me with a sense of pride. I was also given the opportunity to guide and lead my fellow educators and colleagues as a young leader, allowing me to achieve an even greater outreach and impact on both children and educators.
Lee Xin Min
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION)
NTUC First Campus is an organisation with grand ambitions, and it is inspiring to know that everyone, at every level, is contributing towards the same goal. Being a large player in this industry, NTUC First Campus is well-known as a thought and practice leader. What I am most thankful for is the close mentoring and support from our experienced leaders. Not only did they guide me in deepening my pedagogical knowledge and skills, they also nurtured my leadership skills and provided the needed support in overcoming these challenges.
Marie Luo
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION) GRADUATE
The Management Associate (MA) programme at NTUC First Campus (NFC) has been a beacon of opportunity for me as a mid-careerist with a passion for early childhood. While many programmes target fresh graduates, NFC’s forward-thinking approach to diversifying its MA profile welcomed individuals like me. The MA programme’s unique structure, allowing participants to serve on the ground before assuming leadership roles, appealed to me greatly. It’s an honour to be part of a programme that not only nurtures leaders but also directly impacts the lives of children.
Corinne Heng
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION)
From dreaming of becoming a preschool teacher to exploring fields like special educational needs and educational psychology in university, my aspirations evolved. NTUC First Campus’s (NFC) openness to fresh graduates without early childhood qualifications motivated me to take a leap of faith. What stood out was NFC’s commitment to investing in comprehensive training and professional development. With a background in bilingual education and Chinese culture, I feel empowered to contribute to NFC’s initiatives in early childhood bilingualism and Mother Tongue Languages.
Lau Shi Mian
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION) GRADUATE
Joining the Management Associate programme marked a pivotal moment in my career journey. After five years in Marketing and Advertising, I yearned for a role where I could shape young minds. The programme offered me a quality foundation and valuable experience in the ECCE industry in a short time. Learning about NFC’s people-first ethos sealed the deal; they prioritise families, children, and staff. Despite being a recent hire, I was entrusted with an ECCE research project. With peer support and teamwork, it became an unforgettable and enriching experience.
Chua Yen Ling
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE (EDUCATION)
Eligibility Criteria
Fresh Graduates with a good degree (all disciplines), or mid-careerists with not more than 5 years of working experience, with the passion to build a career in Early Childhood may apply. Candidates with the following qualities will be considered favourably:
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