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POSTE DE PROFESSEUR DE FRANÇAIS LANGUE ÉTRANGÈRE
CONTRACT START DATE: Beginning of September, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Mid/End of July, 2024
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Alliance Française de Singapour is looking for a French FLE teacher to teach young people, 2-16 years old and adults from A1 to C1.
The position requires a commitment from the professor to the Alliance's innovation and development projects and good versatility in order to be able to provide courses at the Alliance, in companies or schools, as well as in person, online.
PRESENTATION OF THE ORGANIZATION:
Alliance Française of Singapour is a local non-profit educational and cultural organization, affiliated with the international network of Alliances Françaises. With a mixed team of Singaporeans and French, and more than 4,000 members of all ages, the Alliance Française de Singapore fulfills its mission of teaching the French language and promoting French and Francophone cultures by offering various actions in its language center, gallery, theater and library.
REQUIRED SKILLS :
– French mother tongue;
– Minimum 2 years of experience in early education;
– Openness to innovative teaching practices in person, remotely;
– Possess qualities of communication, initiative, and adaptation;
– Demonstrate dynamism, enthusiasm, involvement and cultural openness;
– DELF-DALF examiner/corrector accreditation would be a plus;
– A minimum B1 level in English.
REQUIRED DIPLOMA: Master 2 of FLE and/or DAEFLE
TYPE OF CONTRACT : Fixed-term contract
HOURLY VOLUME PER WEEK: 20 hours on average up to 30 hours– 6 sessions of 8 weeks/year
DURATION :Local full-time contract for 1 year, renewable.
REMUNERATION:
Échelon 1 $44.50/h DAEFLE
Échelon 2 $49.50/h MASTER 2 FLE
Detailed salary conditions will be communicated to pre-selected candidates.
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW TO PRESENT YOUR APPLICATION:
Send your application file by email addressed to Virgile Prodhomme, Director of Studies, (directorofstudies@alliancefrancaise.org.sg) with the following documents:
– a detailed CV (indicating the months and years of each experience) with recent photo;
- a cover letter ;
– your letters of recommendation;
– copies of your FLE diplomas (the originals will be essential to obtain the work permit on site).
COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT | FROM JULY 25
Assist the Communication Manager and be the voice of Alliance Française!
1/ Social media
• Manage daily the editorial content on social media platforms
• Strategize and plan content for events and Language Centre, prepare and manage monthly content calendar
• Proactively interact with online communities across all platforms
• Monitor and analyze social performance and prepare recommendations
2/ Newsletter & emailing
• Coordinate with all services to collect content
• Design and send
3/ Website
• Update regularly the website
• Liaise with website agency for any technical issue
• Suggest improvement in current website architecture
• Monitor and analyze key metrics
4/ Press relations & events
• Provide support for ongoing PR activities
• Provide logistical support for events whenever needed
5/ Print
Create print collaterals (posters, brochures, flyers etc.) to promote language and cultural activities.
REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent level of English (written and spoken)
• Previous experiences in social media and community management
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Independent and creative
• Ability to understand and speak French is preferred (but not mandatory)
CONDITIONS & COMPENSATION
• 40 hours per week
• Working hours: Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6.30 pm
• Monthly allowance: S$1,000
• Compensation time-off for extra working hours but no extra hours paid
• Benefits: All AF membership benefits
Please email your cover letter and CV to communication@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
GALLERY AND EVENTS ASSISTANT |
FROM January 2025
Are you into arts, events and Francophonie culture? Here comes the opportunity!
In this 6-months internship, you will be working on exhibitions with a diverse set of artists, as well as running various social and cultural events.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the Cultural Programming Manager in ensuring smooth running of the events and exhibitions under her charge.
1/ Gallery
• Assist in the installation, opening and dismantling of exhibition
• Welcome and guide the audience during the operating hours
• Prepare audience report and manage database
• Assist in updating the gallery's webpage and social media platforms
2/ Other events
Assist in the organization of social and cultural events (French Friday, Francophonie Festival, French Film Festival and other events)
REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent level of English (written and spoken)
• Previous experiences with arts organizations or events, will be an advantage
• Deep knowledge in visual art (specially photography), passionate about keeping abreast of latest market trends
• Able to work in a multicultural environment, multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment and to collaborate with multiple stakeholders
• Independent and creative
CONDITIONS & COMPENSATION
• Contract length: 6 months
• Job Types: Full-time, Internship
• 40 hours per week
• Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
• Working hours: Tuesday to Friday: 10.00 am – 7.30 pm, Saturday: 9.00am – 5:30pm
• Monthly allowance: $800/month + French Class
• Compensation time-off for extra working hours but no extra hours paid
• Benefits:
- Saturday lunch is on Alliance Française’s expense
- Free French class on Mondays or during morning working hours on weekdays
Please email your cover letter and CV to culturalaffairs@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
CULTURAL ASSISTANT | FROM January 2025
Assist the Cultural Programming Manager in ensuring smooth running of the cultural events
1/ Participate in organizing cultural and social events (French Excellence, Francophonie Festival etc.):
• develop and monitor budgets
• coordinate logistics
• welcome guests
• manage volunteer team
2/ Contribute to strengthen the position of Alliance Française as a cornerstone centre in Singapore of cultural excellence focusing on cinema
•Identify the films and follow up with local and French distributors for regular screenings and festivals
•use of the Institut Francais platform
•negotiate films’ rights
• send material
•create information sheets
3/ Be proactive in proposing cultural and social events that are likely to promote French and francophone culture in Singapore
4/ Participate in forging relationships with international, local, institutional, and private partners .
REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent level of English (written and spoken)
• Able to understand and speak French
• Previous experiences with arts organizations or events, will be an advantage
• Deep knowledge in French cinema, passionate about keeping abreast of latest market trends
• Able to work in a multicultural environment, multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment and to collaborate with multiple stakeholders
• Independent and creative
CONDITIONS & COMPENSATION
• 40h/week, imperative flexible working hours
• Monthly allowance: S$1,000
• Compensation time-off for extra working hours but no extra hours paid
• Benefits: All AF membership benefits
Please email your cover letter and CV to culturalaffairs@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
We thank you in advance for your interest in being part of the AF team.
Volunteer with us – L’Alliance Française a besoin de vous!
L’Alliance Française de Singapour organizes many very exciting events all year long, and has an irresistible desire to welcome anyone who wants to get involved with us.
What does volunteering with us mean?
Volunteers are essential to the smooth running of our major events:
– Set-up before the event
– Welcoming our the spectators and VIP guests
– Welcoming of our special guests (movie directors, actors, artists…)
– Waiting at the bar during cocktails
Who can be involved?
– Passionate people (about France, the arts, cinema, photography…)
– French-speakers… and non-French- speakers as well! No need to parler français with us!
What do we offer you in exchange of your time and energy?
– Occasions to meet with actors of the Singaporean and French cultural world
– Opportunities to be involved in ambitious cultural projects
– Opportunity to gain experience in the organisation of cultural events
– Regular updates and invitations to our special events
When and on what occasion we need you?
- Festivals : Francophonie Festival (March), French Animation Film Festival (May), French Film Festival (November)
– French Fridays' workshops and events (every two months)
– Special screenings and events (all year long)
What to do if you are interested in being involved further with us?
Answer this short questionnaire for more info and we will get back to you soon!
If you would like to express your interest in being part of the AF Team, please email a cover letter stating your area of interest and your CV to
irenechew@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
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We thank you for your interest in Alliance Française!