raiSE was set up in 2015 to develop the Social Enterprise sector in Singapore through a cross-sector collaboration between the Ministry of Social and Family Development, National Council of Social Service, Social Enterprise Association and Tote Board. raiSE was officially launched by Dr Tony Tan Keng Yam, former President of the Republic of Singapore on 27 May 2015.

As an ecosystem builder, we seed and nurture new social enterprises by providing advisory services, programmes, training, and resources. We enable existing social enterprises to grow and become sustainable by providing financing options, capacity building and mentorship. raiSE seeks to connect with social enterprises and intermediary bodies in the region and share best practices with each other. As there is a global shift in mindsets from a commitment to shareholders to a focus on stakeholders instead, therefore raiSE advocates for corporations to explore new and innovative ways to contribute to the development of the social enterprise sector. SMEs and MNCs in Singapore who are looking for more sustainable ways of corporate social responsibility can opt to make social enterprise a big part of their ESG goals and sustainability reporting plans.

- Something for every Social Entrepreneur and Enterprise - Grow with funding support from raiSE - Bringing SEs together through events and networks - Identifying Emerging & Unmet Social Needs

Social Enterprises (SEs) are businesses driven by a social mission. Established in 2015, the Singapore Centre for Social Enterprise (raiSE) is dedicated to increasing awareness and support for its social enterprise members at every stage from inception to expansion. As a dynamic membership body, raiSE actively conducts activities to not only grow its community but also provide end-to-end support in helping its existing members grow and scale. Committed to the ongoing education and growth of its members, raiSE catalyses positive change within the social entrepreneurship ecosystem. This year, raiSE is looking to significantly grow our community of aspiring social entrepreneurs, as well as to provide greater value and a better experience for our SE members and ecosystem stakeholders. Hence, we are seeking a Community Builder to join our team to inspire more people to partner us in doing good through their businesses and to support them in their social enterprise journey. Your Role as a Community Builder: As a Community Builder, you'll be at the forefront of our journey, connecting with visionaries who are eager to make a difference. Your mission is to not only bring in new members but to be a guiding light, helping them make and measure social impact through their entrepreneurial initiatives. Your Impactful Work: 1. Forge Connections: Actively seek and engage businesses to commit to a journey of creating and measuring social impact. Organise outreach events, ignite conversations, facilitate the exchange of insights, participate actively in networking sessions, and be the driving force behind cultivating a community of transformative changemakers. 2. Empower Dreams: Dive deep into the dreams of our members. Be their mentor, their confidant, helping them navigate the path to building social enterprises that will leave an indelible mark. 3. Start-Up Development & Go-to-Impact Catalyst: Facilitate the social enterprise start-up journey for our members. Provide strategic guidance, conduct learning programmes, connect them with relevant resources, and be the catalyst to spark innovative ideas to address social issues backed by sound business models. Your Characteristics for Success: • Power of Persuasion: Possess a passion for outreach and impact advocacy, leveraging your persuasive abilities and negotiation skills to convince individuals and companies to adopt the Social Enterprise model and/or support Social Enterprises. • Competitive Drive (in a positive way): Demonstrate a healthy competitive spirit, pushing yourself and others to achieve excellence and drive innovation in the social enterprise ecosystem. • Resilient Attitude: Be open-minded and receptive to constructive criticism and different perspectives. Focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems. Embrace the values of persistence and determination, with the understanding that success often require overcoming obstacles and facing multiple rejections. •Confidence: Exude confidence in your abilities to lead and inspire. Believe in your ability to make a meaningful impact on both our SE members and the broader social enterprise landscape. • Empathy: Cultivate a deep understanding and empathy for the diverse experiences and challenges faced by social entrepreneurs. Let empathy be the compass that guides your interactions, fostering a supportive and inclusive community that values the well-being of its members. • Dual Expertise: Effortlessly maneuver between client-facing interactions and back-end administrative follow-ups. Your versatility is pivotal in creating comprehensive solutions that enhance the overall experience for our members. Join the Movement: If you see this not just as a job but as a calling, a chance to be a catalyst for positive change, then we want to hear from you. Send us your completed profile (resume and cover letter/introduction) that speaks to your strengths, shares your journey and highlights your aspirations. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in any field • At least 2 years of working experience is required • Proven track record in growing membership communities, designing, developing, and delivering community engagement events, activities, and social impact capacity-building programmes • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently and interdependently in a team • Familiarity and interest in enlarging the social enterprise ecosystem in Singapore would be an advantage Come, be a part of a movement that's rewriting the future through social innovation. Click "I'm interested" to connect, and together, let's craft a legacy of impact!