Established on 1 September 1995 as a statutory board, the National Library Board (NLB) is an agency under the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI). NLB manages a network of 28 public libraries, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.
NLB aims to promote reading, learning and information literacy by providing a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service through the National Library and a comprehensive network of Public Libraries. By forging strategic partnerships to cultivate knowledge sharing, the libraries also encourage appreciation and awareness of Singapore’s history through their wide range of programmes and collection on Singapore and regional content.
The National Archives of Singapore oversees the collection, preservation and management of public and private archival records, including government files, private memoirs, maps, photographs, oral history interviews and audio-visual materials.
Vision: Readers for Life, Learning Communities, Knowledgeable Nation
Mission: We make knowledge come alive, spark imagination and create possibilities.
NLB offers exciting job, training, career advancement opportunities, and the opportunity to serve the community to create a knowledgeable nation. Join us in our mission to make knowledge come alive, spark imaginations and create possibilities!
To find out which job suits you best, visit our Careers@Gov to view our career opportunities: https://sggovterp.wd102.myworkdayjobs.com/PublicServiceCareers
If you need additional help with the application or if you have any other queries about loans, programmes, spaces or services, reach out to us at enquiry@nlb.gov.sg.
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Pros: Some senior managers in my department for library operations really try. They genuinely care about staff wellbeing and the public service mission. We had solid team leads who understood our daily grind.
Cons: Overall leadership, especially higher up, feels out of touch. Decisions often come down without proper consultation for those of us doing the onsite work. It's tough to implement new initiatives from the top when frontline staff aren't heard.
Advice to Management: Encourage more bottom-up feedback for new policies, especially concerning library operations and digital resource management. Get out and talk to the people on the ground more often.
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What is the typical working culture like at NLB Singapore, especially for roles in the public sector or digital services?
NLB Singapore fosters a collaborative environment focused on innovation and public service. Employees often experience a balance between structured project work and opportunities for professional development within the cultural and information sector.
