Assistant Manager/Manager, Digital Access & Inclusion

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

sggovterp, within the Digital Readiness Group, seeks a skilled grant programme manager to administer funding for Digital for Life and the SG Partnership Fund, ensuring governance, compliance and timely delivery.

You will develop impactful projects with public, private and people‑sector partners, review proposals, monitor progress, prepare reports and maintain strong donor and stakeholder relationships to strengthen digital inclusion.

Qualifications

• Background in economics, business, sociology, social work, political science or related fields.
• 4–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in public, community, social service or charity sectors.
• Strong planning and project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and deliver outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to engage stakeholders and negotiate.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and maintain accuracy.
• A bonus for experience in financial data analysis and risk assessment.
• Self-driven, resourceful and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage IMDA's grant programmes under Digital for Life and SG Partnership Fund, ensuring governance and delivery.
• Develop impactful projects with public, private and people sector partners by identifying needs and defining outcomes.
• Review, evaluate and monitor grant proposals, awards, claims and disbursements.
• Monitor fund utilisation and prepare regular KPI reports for accountability.
• Act as secretariat to the Digital for Life Fund Steering Committee and coordinate actions.
• Manage donor accounts and stakeholder relationships with timely engagement and stewardship.
• Support grant administration, governance systems and process improvements for compliance.
• Assist in events and partnership-building to raise awareness of Digital for Life initiatives.

Skills

Grant administration

Partnership management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial data analysis

Risk assessment

Communication

Independent work

Education

Economics

Business administration

Sociology

Social work

Political science

Job description

[What the role is]

This role sits with the Digital Readiness (DR) Group, which is building an inclusive digital society where all Singaporeans are able to use digital technology actively, responsibly and confidently. DR's programmes engage individuals, schools, and communities across all ages to provide Singaporeans with access to devices, digital skills and opportunities to explore emerging technologies that will enrich their daily lives.

[What you will be working on]

• Manage IMDA's grant programmes under the Digital for Life and SG Partnership Fund, ensuring effective administration, governance and delivery of fund objectives.
• Develop impactful projects with public, private and people sector partners by identifying community needs, shaping project concepts, negotiating project parameters and defining measurable outcomes.
• Review and evaluate grant proposals, prepare grant recommendations, monitor project progress and outcomes, and oversee grant awards, claims and disbursements.
• Monitor fund utilisation, track key performance indicators and prepare regular reports to support fund management and accountability.
• Serve as secretariat to the Digital for Life Fund Steering Committee, including preparing meeting materials, coordinating submissions and following up on decisions and action items.
• Manage key donor accounts and stakeholder relationships, ensuring timely engagement, clear communication and effective stewardship.
• Support grant administration, governance, systems implementation and process improvement efforts to ensure compliance, operational efficiency and proper documentation.
• Support key Digital for Life events and partnership-building efforts, including coordinating event logistics, engaging partners and stakeholders, and helping to strengthen awareness and participation in Digital for Life initiatives.

[What we are looking for]

• Relevant background in disciplines such as economics, business administration, sociology, social work, political science or other related fields.
• 4 to 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in the public, community, social service or charity sectors, or in areas such as grant administration, partnership management, business development or industry development.
• Strong planning and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and deliver outcomes effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders, write clearly and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks, meet tight deadlines and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong aptitude in financial data analysis and project or financial risk assessment is a bonus
• Self-driven, resourceful and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Position will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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