Assistant Director

[What the role is]

Join Us in Preserving Singapore's Hawker Culture
Are you passionate about Singapore's hawker culture? Do you thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments? We have an exciting opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the Programming & Digitalisation Branch (PDB). PDB is part of the Planning & Programming Department (PPD) under the Operator Management Division (OMD) that sits within the Hawker Centres Group (HCG).

The OMD handles the end-to end processes (i.e. from strategic planning, contractual management, operator's performance management, programming and operations) of the Socially-conscious Enterprise Hawker Centres (SEHCs). These are the new hawker centres that are operated by socially-conscious enterprises.

[What you will be working on]

About the Role:

The job responsibilities include the following:

• Develop and implement programming, place-making initiatives and digital solutions to enhance vibrancy and footfall of hawker centres, including working closely with operators, e.g., traditional snack kiosks, video analytics, etc.

• Maintain an oversight of all programming and digitalisation initiatives implemented by operators, so as to ensure social objectives of hawker centres are met

• Track and ensure operators implement their proposed programming and digitalisation initiatives in tender proposal for contractual compliance

• Develop, deploy and review digital solutions to enhance operations at SEHCs and workflow between operators, stallholders and NEA

• Call tenders to appoint SEHC operators (e.g. preparation of tender documents, tender briefing, tender evaluations, etc.)

• Execute contract renewals and contract variations

• Engage and work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of projects and initiatives

• Prepare reports, submissions, and presentation materials as well as present to management and stakeholders

• Provide inputs to Parliamentary Questions and Committee of Supply (COS) regarding SEHCs

• Take on other responsibilities which may be assigned from time to time

[What we are looking for]

We seek candidate who has the following qualities:

• At least 8 years of relevant working experience including 2 years of supervisory experience

• Prior work experience in programming, contracts management and government procurement processes would be an advantage

• Meticulous

• Possesses the grit, patience, and openness to bring a task to completion, take in diverse views and ensure its smooth and timely delivery

• Excellent in written and verbal communications

• Able to work well with data and numbers

• Analytical and able to work independently

• A good team player with well-rounded interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Excel and MS Powerpoint

• Willing to work outside normal office hours occasionally to attend to urgent queries and requests

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of preserving and enhancing Singapore's hawker culture

• Contribute to the sustainability and success of SEHCs

• Engage in a role that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference

• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the hawker culture and have the relevant experience and skills, we would love to hear from you Join us in this exciting journey and be a part of something truly special.

Apply now and take the first step towards an enriching and fulfilling career with us

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