Are you looking for a new exciting career in an organisation powering the scientific frontier of Singapore?
Join the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), a world-class organization that propels Singapore's scientific and economic future. The Corporate Development Group is the architect of a dynamic, agile, and forward-looking corporate service that empowers our researchers to innovate. We are looking for a proactive leader to join our team.
This is a rare opportunity to be a catalyst for change, working directly with senior leadership to conceptualize, design, and implement high-impact initiatives.
- Strategic Planning. Conceptualise and drive the implementation of near-term business initiatives and mid / long-term strategic projects to achieve A*STAR's priorities; bridging within and outside of Corporate Development to understand different views, drive conversations and influence outcomes towards a common goal.
- Executive Communication. Craft and deliver high-impact, concise narratives as we are the key interface with A*STAR's senior management and other public sector agencies within and beyond A*STAR. You will also architect internal engagement platforms that forge powerful connections and build alignment across A*STAR.
- Special Assignments (Digital Transformation & Process Innovation): Deployed to projects that requires immediate, decisive action. This may include reviewing inefficiencies in policies and processes and spearheading the implementation of cutting-edge digitalization and automation solutions (including GenAI).
Required Skills and Experiences:
- At least 3 to 5 years of working experience in either strategic/corporate planning or relevant roles
- Demonstrated ability to create executable plans and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy.
- The capacity to maintain composure and perform under extreme pressure from tight deadlines
- A keen mind that can anticipate issues and plans for contingency.
What you would gain by being part of Our Team:
- Growth Opportunities. This role is a proving ground for your career. You will gain exposure to senior leaders and diverse corporate functions. You would be encouraged to take on higher responsibilities in A*STAR.
- Culture of Innovation. Join a team that values creativity and embraces unconventional ideas.
- Adaptability. Fosters an incredible ability to adapt to dynamic situations and think creatively under pressure.
- Strategic Thinking and Pathfinding skills. You would be guided to analyze the implications of strategic decisions by the organisation and lead teams to complete projects without defined pathways.