National Library Board | Senior Manager
2 weeks ago
What the role is:
Senior Manager / Manager (Strategy), Strategy Directorate
What you will be working on:
A*STAR directs and undertakes mission-oriented research to transform Singapore into a knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy. A*STAR's Planning Directorate coordinates A*STAR's strategic planning and corporate planning activities, and is the key interface with A*STAR's senior management and other public sector agencies on corporate and strategic planning as well as policy matters within and beyond A*STAR. We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual with strong situational awareness who can think on his/her feet and adapt well in the fast-changing environment to engage and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to strategically shape future R&D directions and corral cross-divisional teams to achieve specific outcomes/goals. You will play a key role in supporting the planning of A*STAR's strategic directions, coordinating division- and nation-wide R&D issues. As part of day-to-day operations, you will also be involved in planning, organising and coordinating various corporate events and management meetings with 2-3 other team members. In the process of stakeholders engagement and management, you will have ample opportunities to interact with A*STAR senior management directly, as well as various counterparts in government agencies including senior officials. You are expected to develop a deep understanding of the R&D ecosystem and policies and its wider impact on Singapore, being closely intertwined with various facets of strategy planning teams across the organisation and public sector.
What we are looking for:
Possess strong strategic thinking, people and negotiation skills
Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to details and results-oriented
Able to deliver results under tight timelines
High learning agility and adaptability
Able to work in a team and adept at harnessing the diversity in multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Able to build strong relations with internal and external stakeholders
Self-starter mindset, take initiative and resourcefulness, and a knack for solving problems
The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About Agency for Science, Technology and Research
MISSION
We advance science and develop innovative technology to further economic growth and improve lives. The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation. We play a key role in nurturing and developing talent and leaders for our Research Institutes, the wider research community, and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore. As a Science and Technology Organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry in terms of research and development. In these endeavours, we seek to integrate the relevant capabilities of our research institutes and collaborate with the wider research community as well as other public sector agencies towards meaningful and impactful outcomes. Together with the other public sector entities, we develop industry sectors by:
integrating our capabilities to create impact with Multi-National Corporations and Globally Competitive Companies;
partnering Local Enterprises for productivity and gearing them for growth;
nurturing R&D-driven Start-ups by seeding for surprises and shaping for success.
Our research, in addition, also contributes to societal benefits such as improving outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability. These serve to enhance lives in Singapore and beyond.
VISION
A global leader in science, technology and open innovation. The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is a catalyst, enabler and convenor of significant research initiatives among the research community in Singapore and beyond. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors, and bring science and technology to benefit the economy and society.
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