Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy & Insights

employment and employability institute pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment and Employability Institute (e2i) in Singapore seeks a Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy & Insights to lead strategy formulation, corporate planning and performance frameworks. You will translate priorities and evidence into actionable plans and measurable outcomes, working with senior management and government agencies.

You will drive cross-functional initiatives, guide teams in advancing employability, and provide strategic counsel on emerging issues to strengthen organisational

Qualifications

• 13 years of relevant experience in strategy, planning, policy development, management consulting, or analytics.
• Proven track record in driving enterprise-wide initiatives and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Planning, Strategy & Insights function with strategic direction across corporate planning, performance management, research and analytics.
• Drive enterprise-wide strategy formulation and corporate planning aligned with organisational priorities.
• Lead foresight, research and insights on employment, employability, workforce trends to inform decisions.
• Partner with senior management and NTUC leadership to provide strategic advice and governance support.
• Oversee performance management, KPI reporting and organizational effectiveness.
• Build strategic partnerships with government bodies and stakeholders to advance objectives.
• Oversee development of organizational insights and analytics for board discussions.
• Serve as trusted adviser to senior management on complex issues.

Skills

Strategy

Corporate planning

Policy development

Management consulting

Leadership

Analytics

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.

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.
• Driveorganisation-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 with 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.

Only Singaporeans may apply.

Designation and salary will commensurate with experience.

We will only contact shortlisted candidates.