The Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH) is a Social Service Agency. Our vision is to promote the needs, interests and aspirations of the visually impaired with a mission to help them help themselves by acquiring new skills and gaining self-reliance to cope with the integration into society. SAVH invites committed and competent individual to join our team in advancing the well-being and aspirations of our visually handicapped in Singapore. If you are looking for a career that is meaningful, challenging and rewarding, join us.
We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team! Please send your full and updated résumé, including your current and expected salary, to hr_savh@savh.org.sg. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Our Job Vacancies
Orientation & Mobility Trainees
About the Role
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Orientation & Mobility Trainees (OMTs) to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve greater independence and safe mobility within their environments. Orientation and mobility has been recognized since the 1960s as a core service area supporting individuals with visual impairment. In this role, you will play a vital part in enabling persons with disabilities (PWDs) to navigate their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities with confidence and safety. Reporting to the Lead Orientation & Mobility Specialist, you will perform meaningful, hands-on work that directly impacts lives. If you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors and are committed to empowering others, we would love to hear from you. Selected applicants will undergo a structured three-month traineeship to learn and deliver foundational orientation and mobility skills. Candidates who successfully complete the traineeship will be confirmed in the role and sponsored for professional certification and accreditation as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist. Upon certification, a salary review will be conducted, and the incumbent will be required to serve a bond with the Association.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized orientation and mobility training to clients who are blind or have low vision.
- Teach clients to effectively use their residual vision and other senses (e.g., hearing, touch, proprioception) to identify landmarks and environmental cues for safe navigation.
- Instruct and assess clients in the use of mobility aids such as long canes.
- Train clients in the use of electronic travel devices where appropriate.
- Teach activities of daily living (ADL) skills to clients with low vision, including personal organization and household management.
- Support early intervention by working with parents of infants and young children to foster spatial awareness, body concepts, and environmental understanding.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that may include occupational therapists, physiotherapists, optometrists, orthoptists, educators, and medical professionals.
- Provide consultation and technical advice on accessibility matters, including the built environment, public transport access, and accessible navigation tools.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client sessions and complete administrative duties related to service delivery.
Requirements
- Minimum Diploma in Therapy, Health Sciences, Human Services, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences, or a related discipline (preferred).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence.
- Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and smartphone technology.
- Physically able to conduct up to three hours of outdoor instruction per session.
- Adaptable and willing to take on additional responsibilities as required.
- Willingness to travel overseas (costs borne by the Association) to complete required practicum hours for professional certification.
Social Enterprise Coordinator
We are looking for a passionate and driven Social Enterprise Coordinator to manage and grow our social enterprise initiatives, which includes the Mobile Massage Team (MMT).
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations and administration of our social enterprise
- Schedule assignments, manage job rosters, and track performance for the Mobile Massage Team (MMT)
- Handle client communications and service coordination
- Drive sales and marketing strategies to promote massage services and meet annual revenue targets
- Manage invoicing, collections, and financial reporting; liaise with Finance for payment processing
- Procure materials and supplies required for operations
- Support publicity and media outreach, including translation of brochures and corporate communications
- Assist in fundraising support
- Provide coverage for colleagues when required and perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Diploma in any field or equivalent qualification
- Prior experience in social service agency advantageous
- IT-savvy and is comfortable with basic financial processes
- Passionate for social causes
- Outstanding organisational and interpersonal communication skills to communicate with various stakeholders, including the visually impaired community
Centre Manager
About the Role
The Centre Manager leads the planning and delivery of inclusive, holistic programmes that empower persons with visual impairment (VI) to live independently and engage meaningfully with the community. The role oversees Centre operations, staff and volunteer leadership, client welfare coordination, and programme monitoring to ensure high-quality, safe, and impactful services aligned with SAVH’s mission.
Acting as a key representative of SAVH, the Centre Manager builds strong partnerships, supports advocacy and outreach initiatives, and provides governance and reporting support.
Responsibilities
- Lead in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programmes that promote social inclusion, independence, and lifelong learning for persons with visually impairment (VI).
- Ensure the Centre offers a structured, holistic range of activities, including skills development, recreation, health, and wellness programmes, tailored to the needs of VI clients.
- Oversee day-to-day Centre operations to ensure programmes are delivered safely, effectively, and in alignment with SAVH’s mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to enhance programme quality, innovation, and client engagement.
- Work closely with the Volunteer Manager to recruit, train, deploy, and support volunteers contributing to Centre programmes and activities.
- Establish and maintain volunteer policies and guidelines to ensure consistent standards, role clarity, and positive volunteer experiences.
- Foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and accountability among volunteers.
- Represent SAVH in advocacy, outreach, and networking efforts to raise awareness of issues affecting persons with VI.
- Build and sustain strategic partnerships with community organisations, government agencies, and corporate partners to advance inclusive practices and resource mobilisation.
- Support key outreach campaigns and events, including International White Cane Day and SAVH milestone initiatives.
- Provide secretariat support to the Client Services Sub-Committee, including agenda preparation, meeting coordination, minute-taking, and follow-up on action items.
- Support effective governance by ensuring timely reporting, documentation, and communication with committee members and management.
- Monitor and report programme outcomes, client participation, and impact to relevant stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with Social Workers to ensure the overall welfare and well-being of VI clients are supported through Centre programmes.
- Serve as a key point of coordination among clients, caregivers, staff, volunteers, and service providers to address concerns and improve service delivery.
- Monitor client engagement and well-being, escalating risks or concerns to appropriate professionals in a timely and sensitive manner.
- Lead, supervise, and support Centre staff, ensuring clarity of roles, performance standards, and alignment with organisational objectives.
- Provide coaching, training, and guidance to new and existing staff to build capability and service excellence.
- Encourage continuous professional development and foster a collaborative, learning-oriented team culture.
- Work closely with Braille Production Centre and Library departments to ensure funded programme requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met.
- Support data collection, reporting, and compliance requirements related to grants and funding agreements.
1. Programme Development & Centre Operations
2. Volunteer Leadership & Management
3. Advocacy, Outreach & Community Partnerships
4. Secretariat & Governance Support
5. Client Welfare & Case Oversight
6. Staff Leadership & Development
7. Programme & Grant Management
Requirements
- Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in social services, community programmes, or centre management; experience managing a community activity centre is an advantage.
- Prior experience working with VI advantageous.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in staff and volunteer management.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and partnership-building capabilities.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and report-writing skills, with experience supporting committees or governance processes.
- Strong empathy and cultural sensitivity, with a deep commitment to inclusion and the empowerment of persons with disabilities.
- As and when required be able to work beyond contractual working hour / weekends due to advocacy outreach / Association's events / outings with the VI clients.