Planner (Strategic Research)

2 days ago


Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Urban Redevelopment Authority

Permanent/Contract

Closing in 1 day(s)

What the role is

Singapore needs to undergo continuous transformation as a city to meet the changing aspirations of Singaporeans, and create opportunities for economic growth. Research would help us understand our challenges going forward, develop solutions and pilot them.

What you will be working on

You will investigate, scope and manage Research and Development (R&D) projects that have a strong focus on application to real world issues together with researchers and other government agencies. You will also be required to lead and oversee pilots and test-bedding of new innovations, solutions and outcomes from the R&D projects. We seek future-oriented, creative and inquisitive planners who will shape Singapore's built environment for the future.

What we are looking for


• Degree/postgraduate diploma in urban and regional planning, architecture, civil engineering, transport planning, environmental studies, building, real estate, sociology, geography, economics, political science or other related disciplines. Candidates without a degree should possess at least 5 years of planning-related research experience.

• Strong interest in the physical urban development of Singapore

• Relevant experience in research, as well as managing pilots and research projects will be useful

• Quick learners who are flexible and take initiative to think of new ideas and start projects, and are resilient in dealing with work challenges

• Excellent analytical and writing skills

• Competency in GIS analytics and programming tools (e.g. R and Python) would be viewed favourably, but not a pre-requisite

• Good presentation and communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team is a must

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.

About your application process

This job is closing in 1 day(s).

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 Urban Redevelopment Authority or the wider Public Service.



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