Assistant Director, Grant Policy

Employment And Employability Institute Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Singapore seeks a candidate to support the Deputy Director in enhancing funding programmes and policies. The role demands extensive experience in policy work, strong negotiation skills, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. This managerial position offers the opportunity to lead a team and influence strategic funding decisions.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience, including 3 years in policy work.
• Strong managerial and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex policies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in funding programmes and policies.
• Lead the secretariat of an NTUC grant scheme.
• Balance e2i’s interests with stakeholder objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical capabilities

Organisational skills

Job description

You will work with the Deputy Director to drive improvements in funding programmes and policies administered by e2i. You will also contribute towards the streamlining and harmonization of various grant schemes administered by e2i. You need to understand how various government funding schemes integrate into e2i’s programmes. As a strong negotiator, you are required to balance e2i’s interests while meeting stakeholders’ objectives when managing funds and programmes. You will also lead the secretariat of an NTUC grant scheme.

Job Requirements

• Worked for at least 10 years with at least 3 years’ experience in policy work, preferably in the Singapore public service.
• Possess managerial and organisational skills, and able to provide guidance and lead a team effectively.
• Possess strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to drive effective collaboration with relevant stakeholders both within and outside the labour movement.
• Possess strong analytical and writing capabilities, and the ability to communicate complex policies/ issues clearly.
• Responsive, adaptive and able to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.