Assistant Manager, Talent Analytics & Strategy

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR directs and undertakes mission-oriented research to transform Singapore into a knowledge-based economy. The AIR Planning Directorate coordinates strategic planning and analytics for AIR, A*GA, IPO and RO.

The role focuses on developing data-driven insights on talent attraction, development, deployment and retention to support evidence-based decisions and strategic initiatives. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data into insights.
• Experience in data governance, dashboarding and reporting highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and update longitudinal datasets across the scholarship lifecycle.
• Consolidate data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain data governance practices and compliance with policies.
• Track scholarship indicators and prepare data extracts, charts and summaries.
• Perform analyses to identify trends and factors affecting outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Develop dashboards and reports for AIR leadership and stakeholders.
• Conduct benchmarking on local and international scholarship and talent programmes.
• Translate findings into clear insights and actions; document data sources and methodologies.
• Support planning initiatives and streamline data workflows; take on Secretariat duties when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Science/Engineering

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python

Job description

A*STAR directs and undertakes mission-oriented research to transform Singapore into a knowledge-based economy. The AIR Planning Directorate coordinates strategic planning and analytics for AIR, A*GA, IPO and RO.

The role focuses on developing data-driven insights on talent attraction, development, deployment and retention to support evidence-based decisions and strategic initiatives. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.