[1 year Contract] Manager, Research

Temasek Foundation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading philanthropic organization in Singapore is looking for a motivated Manager, Research to conduct research on corporate philanthropy in Singapore and Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in research management, strong academic writing skills, and the ability to analyze complex data. Responsibilities include collating data, drafting research documents, and presenting findings to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in research management or a related field.
• Proven track record of delivering impactful insights.
• Experience in research documentation and manuscript preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Singapore’s corporate and private philanthropic sector.
• Collate and interpret data to provide an overview of corporate philanthropic trends.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and formatting research documents.

Skills

Research management

Data analysis

Academic writing

Analytical skills

Qualitative research methods

Quantitative research methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Data Science, Public Health, Education, Humanities or related discipline

Job description

Temasek Foundation (TF) supports a diverse range of programmes that connects people, uplifts communities, protects our planet and advances capabilities in Singapore, Asia and beyond. Temasek Foundation's programmes, made possible through philanthropic endowments gifted by Temasek, strive towards achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities now, and for generations to come.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join as Manager, Research on a contract basis for 1-year. Working with relevant members of TF’s leadership team, the individual will conduct research on the corporate philanthropic landscape in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

He/She will conduct research through a strong focus on literature reviews, data analysis, and research write-ups for publication and internal reporting. Reporting to Chief People Officer (CPO), the Manager, Research is responsible for the following

• Research on Singapore’s corporate and private philanthropic sector and it’s trends.
• Collate and interpret data to provide overview of the evolving trends of corporate philanthropic space in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• Identify emerging areas of focus.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews and synthesize findings to support research goals.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and formatting research documents.
• Support data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings in collaboration with the research team.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate research findings to internal stakeholders
• Ensure all written outputs are aligned with academic standards and style guides.
• Coordinate with team members and contribute to project timelines and deliverables.
• Maintain organized documentation and version control for all research materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Data Science, Public Health, Education, Humanities or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in research management or a related field, with a proven track record of delivering impactful insights.
• Strong academic writing skills with demonstrated experience in research documentation and manuscript preparation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Familiarity with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the broader teams.
• Previous experience supporting academic research projects or publications.