Deputy Director, Digital Transformation Cluster

Info-communications Media Development Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A statutory board in Singapore is seeking a senior leader to drive digital transformation efforts across sectors. The successful candidate will manage a team, engage stakeholders, and implement initiatives aligning with the organization's vision. Applicants should possess a degree and over 10 years of relevant experience in leadership and project management. Imagination and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment are essential. Position level will be based on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of leadership or supervisory experience in business-tech function.
• Experience in project management, preferably in a digital context.
• Ability to function in ambiguity and visualize outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to implement digital transformation projects.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
• Attract and nurture top talent in the team.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

What the role is:

The Digital Transformation Cluster (DTC) is responsible for driving digital transformation efforts in enterprises across major economic sectors and ecosystems in Singapore. The cluster works closely with public and private sectors to drive impactful digitalisation initiatives, helping local enterprises solve complex business‑technology problems, involving business model transformation, innovative technology applications and regulatory considerations. We focus on identifying and developing enterprises that are digital leaders in their various sectors or are digitally savvy companies that could adopt next‑bound technologies to transform, stay productive and competitive for business growth. We work with these enterprise digital leaders to help uplift their leadership bench with critical know‑how, build confidence as they adopt digital and support digital capabilities development to help sustain digital efforts. Some key digital tech focus areas today include the adoption of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), AI/GenAI, Digital Twin and Extended Reality.

What you will be working on:

• Division‑level leadership – Experience in leading a team and inspiring them to work in partnership with government agencies, enterprises, and technology providers to identify, convince and implement digital transformation projects and/or initiatives. This includes securing, managing and monitoring resources, working closely with various parts of IMDA. This will also include leading your teams to achieve IMDA’s targets and desired outcomes. As this is a senior role, you will need to be able to work with other DDs within the cluster, supporting the cluster’s vision holistically.

• People development – Experience in attracting and hiring best‑in‑class talent to the team; guiding the team leads and team members, and developing plans to grow, train and retain talents in the team.

• Stakeholder management and influence – Develop strong relationships with and manage a wide range of stakeholders across both public and private sectors to drive successful completion of projects and achieving the intended project objectives. You must be able to hunt, engage and negotiate with partners and enterprises to achieve the team’s targets and desired outcomes.

What we are looking for:

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with strong experience in stakeholder engagement and management.

• A good degree and with at least 10 years of leadership or supervisory experience in the business‑tech function and/or project management space, preferably in the digital area.

• Strong team‑player spirit, excellent analytical skills, and perseverance to follow through with assignments in a timely manner. Ability to function with ambiguity, visualise outcomes and provide clarity for the stakeholders and partners. Must be comfortable with a dynamic environment and drive targets/outcomes.

Position will be commensurate with experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Info‑communications Media Development Authority

Info‑communications Media Development Authority (www.imda.gov.sg) offers a rewarding career that gives you a front seat in the fast‑changing infocomm media sector, where technology and content are shaping the way people view the world more than ever. We offer a wide range of opportunities, where talented individuals and teams can make a difference. Whether you are developing a telecommunications policy affecting consumers or spearheading a scheme to nurture budding media talents, each member of IMDA contributes towards driving innovation, enhancing productivity for economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Singaporeans. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA promotes and regulates the infocomm and media sectors.