Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy and Insights

National Trades Union Congress (NTUC); Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

e2i is seeking a Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy & Insights to drive strategy formulation, corporate planning and performance frameworks. You will translate priorities into actionable plans and guide cross-functional teams, working with senior management and government agencies.

You will oversee research and analytics, provide strategic counsel to the Board, and partner with NTUC leadership to advance employment and employability objectives.

Qualifications

• At least 13 years of relevant experience in strategy, corporate planning, policy development, management consulting, or analytics.
• Proven ability to engage, influence and build consensus among senior leaders and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills; translate complex issues into actionable recommendations.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience coaching high-performing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple strategic priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Planning, Strategy & Insights function, providing strategic direction and strengthening corporate planning, performance management, research and analytics.
• Drive organisation-wide strategy formulation and corporate planning, ensuring alignment of priorities and performance outcomes.
• Lead foresight, research and organisational insights on employment, workforce trends, and policy decisions.
• Partner senior management, the e2i Board and NTUC leadership to provide strategic advice and governance support.
• Drive enterprise performance management, overseeing KPIs and strategic reporting.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies and key stakeholders.
• Oversee development of insights and analytics to support decision-making and Board discussions.
• Serve as trusted strategic advisor to senior management with recommendations on priorities and outcomes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Data analytics

Policy analysis

Job description

As Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy & Insights, you will lead e2i's strategy formulation, corporate planning, organisational performance, research and insights functions. You will drive the development and execution of organisation-wide strategies, oversee strategic planning and performance frameworks, and translate organisational priorities and evidence-based insights into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. Working closely with senior management, government agencies and key stakeholders, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, provide strategic counsel on complex and emerging issues, and guide teams in advancing e2i's employment and employability objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Planning, Strategy & Insights function, providing strategic direction and strengthening organisational capabilities in corporate planning, performance management, research and analytics.
• Drive organisation-wide strategy formulation and corporate planning, ensuring alignment of organisational priorities, resources and performance outcomes across e2i.
• Lead strategic foresight, research and organisational insights on employment, employability, workforce trends, labour market developments and emerging issues to inform strategic and policy decisions.
• Partner senior management, the e2i Board and NTUC leadership to provide strategic advice, governance support and decision-making recommendations on organisational priorities, risks and complex issues.
• Drive enterprise performance management, overseeing corporate KPIs, strategic reporting and performance monitoring to strengthen organisational effectiveness, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies and key stakeholders to advance organisational objectives, influence strategic outcomes and strengthen collaborative efforts.
• Oversee the development of organisational insights and analytics, leveraging data to support strategic decision-making, performance improvement and Board-level discussions.
• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior management, leading reviews of complex, cross-functional and emerging issues, and developing recommendations to support organisational priorities and long-term outcomes.

Job Requirements

• At least 13 years of relevant experience in strategy, corporate planning, policy development, management consulting, organisational performance management, research and/or analytics.
• Proven track record in driving organisational strategy, corporate planning and enterprise-wide initiatives in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, influence and build consensus among senior leaders, government agencies and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable recommendations and management insights.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with experience leading, developing and coaching high-performing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple strategic priorities, navigate ambiguity and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

Join e2i and play a role in shaping Singapore's workforce future. As the empowering network for workers and employers, we provide opportunities to work on meaningful initiatives that enhance employment, employability and workforce resilience. Working alongside government agencies, unions, employers and industry partners, you will contribute to nationwide efforts that help workers thrive and businesses succeed, while growing your career in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

Designation and salary will commensurate with experience.

We will only contact shortlisted candidates.