Development Partner, Scale-Up

Enterprise Singapore

Permanent

What the role is

The GED division in Enterprise Singapore is responsible for strategies and programmes to intensify the Government's efforts in developing a strong core of Singapore Global Enterprises (SGEs) that will serve as a pillar of growth for the Singapore economy, thereby creating good job opportunities for Singaporeans.
The division collaborates with EnterpriseSG's business units to identify promising growth-stage enterprises and develops value creation strategies and initiatives to accelerate the growth of these companies.

The Scale-Up divison is part of GED is responsible for the conceptualisation and execution of Scale-Up, EnterpriseSG's flagship programme to help aspiring, high growth companies accelerate their growth and become global champions.

Our team works closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive the end-to-end process in an agile and iterative manner, from programme design, selection and onboarding of suitable enterprises and programme partners, to programme execution and ongoing engagement with the business leaders to ensure that their growth needs are effectively met.

We are seeking an individual who is self-motivated, has the ability to understand and manage multiple stakeholders demands, strong business acumen and project management skills. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an ability to work in a fast-paced and cross-functional environment.

What you will be working on

• Collaborate with partners to design and implement the Scale-Up programme and related Scale-Up events for companies
• Work closely with EnterpriseSG's business units such as Industry Clusters, Global Markets and Programmes & Policies teams to plan and execute initiatives to support the companies in Scale-Up
• Build C-suite and executive relationships with the companies to understand their interests and ensure their evolving growth needs are met.
• Identify and facilitate connections to enable peer learning and seed business collaboration opportunities amongst companies in Scale-Up
• Conduct impact analysis of the Scale-Up programme based on both qualitative and quantitative inputs from participating companies and partners.

What we are looking for

• 2 to 5 years of public and private sector working experience, with a focus in project management and commercial roles (e.g., business development, corporate strategy, partnerships)
• Strong team player, who is collaborative, resourceful, and able to multi-task. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, to build alignment across multiple parties (from internal senior decision-makers to external interagency counterparts), including managing differing views and objectives.
• Strong organisational, written and communication skills, with proven ability to develop crisp presentation decks and documents and communicate effectively with senior decision makers.
• A passion for public service and in championing the growth of local enterprises.

About Enterprise Singapore

Enterprise Singapore is the government agency championing enterprise development. The agency works with committed companies to build capabilities, innovate and internationalise.
It also supports the growth of Singapore as a hub for global trading and startups, and builds trust in Singapore's products and services through quality and standards.
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About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Enterprise Singapore or the wider Public Service.