AI Programme Manager

Government Technology Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental agency in Singapore is seeking an AI Programme Manager to drive innovation in artificial intelligence across public sector initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategizing, planning, and executing national-level AI programmes while collaborating with stakeholders and managing multiple workstreams. Essential qualifications include a degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience in programme management or technology projects. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are a must, along with a passion for technology and innovation.

Benefits

Work-life balance benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness programmes

Qualifications

• At least 5 years relevant experience in programme management or consulting on innovation.
• Experience in delivering technology or AI projects required.
• Familiarity with hackathons/incubators preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Navigate ambiguity in the complex AI / POC development space.
• Strategise and deliver national-level AI innovation programmes.
• Orchestrate work across teams to execute common goals.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in relevant field

Tools

AI tools

Job description

What the role is:

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better. We empower our people to master their craft through continuous and robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Our GovTechies embody our Agile, Bold and Collaborative values to deliver impactful solutions.

GovTech aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

What you will be working on:

Innovation is our domain and the AI Programme Manager (PgM) needs to understand the problem space that the team addresses. We help Government agencies innovate with programmes like Incubators, Hackathons, and the <WTHack> product hackathon series.

As a PgM, you will play a key role in strategising, planning and executing programmes to drive adoption of artificial intelligence innovation, and to foster the development of related skills among a diverse community. This role blends programme management and business development to drive impactful AI initiatives in this rapidly evolving field. The PgM should develop technical fluency in areas such as GenAI technology, be knowledgeble of the central tools GovTech has produced, be proficient in key AI tools, as well as how to develop POCs from a process-perspective.

You will help to shape Government AI innovation landscape by designing programmes that directly influence AI adoption and capability-building across the public sector. You will identify strategic opportunities, build partnerships, and drive initiatives that expand our reach and impact across government agencies and industry stakeholders. While deep technical expertise in AI is not required, a strong curiosity in the latest AI technology, coupled with experience working in tech or related roles on driving innovation through technology are essential.

Job Responsibilities

Programme Development & Management

• Navigate ambiguity in the complex AI / POC development space.
• Strategise, design and deliver national-level AI innovation programmes that align with public sector transformation goals.
• Evaluate teams applying to join programmes with considerations such as clarity of problem statement, availability/limitations of existing products/platforms that might address the problem, clarity on the problem’s impact and addressable market.
• Understand complex technical concepts in order to connect with the relevant specialists and project planning.
• Orchestrate work across teams to execute a common goal. Actively facilitate seamless communication channels between technical teams and business units, ensuring cohesive alignment of proposed technology adoption with business goals.
• Define and drive programme success metrics and continuously refine initiatives based on feedback and outcomes.
• Oversee other aspects of programme planning, including programme logistics, finances/budget, track KPIs and manage multiple workstreams independently.

Business Development & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Develop engagement strategies and value alignment. Identify and engage potential partners or across the public service and within the GovTech.
• Pitch value propositions and uncover synergies with stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and adoption of digital products and services.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, build partnerships.
• Track KPIs aligned with organisational goals and programme outcomes.

Content & Communication

• Market, engage and build communities for the Innovation domain.
• Lead programme campaigns (e.g., social media, newsletters) to drive programme awareness and participation.
• Ensure program collateral and communications align with the overall vision and objectives.
• Host medium/large sized events such as hackathons and incubators or as a moderator on a panel.

What we are looking for:

• Diploma or Degree in relevant field (e.g., Communications, Business, Technology) or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in programme management, leading innovation teams/programmes or consulting role on helping companies with innovation projects/strategy. Experience in delivering technology or AI projects, knowledge of AI landscape / technology required.
• Familiarity with hackathons/incubators, or programme planning is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong stakeholder management (relationship building) and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently.
• Forward thinking and pragmatic problem-solver.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks. These include leave benefits to meet your work-life needs and employee wellness programmes.

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers.

Stay connected with us on social media at go.gov.sg/ConnectWithGovTech.

About Government Technology Agency

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better. We empower our people to master their craft through continuous and robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Our GovTechies embody our Agile, Bold and Collaborative values to deliver impactful solutions. GovTech aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today! Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.