Manager/Senior Manager, Low-Carbon Energy Research Coordinating Office

Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research agency located in Queenstown, New Zealand is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager for the Low-Carbon Energy Research Coordinating Office. This role includes engaging stakeholders, developing R&D strategies, and driving technology commercialisation projects. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in relevant fields. Competitive salary and opportunities for innovation are provided.

Qualifications

• Some experience in relevant fields such as R&D, technology commercialisation, or policy making.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to translate concepts into implementation plans.
• Proactive, quality conscious, attentive to details, and outcomes-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Engage a diverse group of stakeholders to understand industry trends and R&D capabilities.
• Develop R&D strategies focusing on collaborations with partners.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to implement strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Manager/Senior Manager, Low-Carbon Energy Research Coordinating Office

Agency for Science, Technology and Research – Queenstown

The Low-Carbon Energy Research Coordinating Office (LCER CO) is responsible for developing emerging low-carbon alternatives [e.g.hydrogen (H2), carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS)] for Singapore. These technologies are still nascent, and will require substantial R&D and testbedding efforts before they are technically and economically feasible. As part of our work, we identify, fund,and manage R&D projects in this space. Eventually, we aim to deploy these solutions in our industry and power sectors, which today contribute to over 80% of Singapore's current primary carbon emissions.

The successful candidate will directly report to the Director of LCER CO. If selected, the individual will perform the following key roles:

• Engaging a diverse group of stakeholders to build a sound understanding of industry trends, R&D capabilities, and Singapore's domestic needs;
• Developing R&D strategies to fulfil LCER CO's objectives, focusing on collaborations with international and private sector partners;
• Implementing these strategies, coordinating with both internal and external partners; and
• Coordinating and driving subsequent plans for technology translation and commercialisation.

Qualifications

• Some experience in relevant fields such as R&D, technology commercialisation, or policy making
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to translate concepts into implementation plans.
• Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to details, and outcomes-oriented
• Able to work independently or within a team to deliver under tight timelines
• Familiarity with how Singapore organises our R&D within the Urban Solutions and Sustainability domain will also be highly advantageous.