Digital Innovation Partnerships Lead

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Institute of Technology seeks a seasoned professional to energize its Innovation-as-a-Service (IaaS) business. You will lead business development, identify new opportunities, and build strategic partnerships with industry, academia and government partners to drive digital innovation.

Responsibilities include market research, project planning and management, grant applications, and sustaining a robust client pipeline to deliver impactful, practical solutions across AI, data

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Business or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience in marketing and business development.
• Strong knowledge of digital/AI technologies, smart urban solutions, resource management and sustainable business practices.
• Experience in writing project proposals and grants will be an added advantage.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT.
• Keen interest in innovation projects, with ability to propose company solutions to technical problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with colleagues and potential clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and prospecting to identify new clients and opportunities.
• Market research to identify trends and opportunities in Digitalisation/Smart Urban Solutions.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery with timely, high-quality outcomes.
• Help secure funding for research and innovation projects through grants and proposals.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of potential clients and partners; build strategic partnerships.
• Stay updated with developments in digital innovation, AI, and related technologies.

Skills

Lead generation

Market research

Project management

Relationship management

Digital/AI knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/Computing/Engineering/Business)

MBA (preferred)

Job description

The Singapore Institute of Technology seeks a seasoned professional to energize its Innovation-as-a-Service (IaaS) business. You will lead business development, identify new opportunities, and build strategic partnerships with industry, academia and government partners to drive digital innovation.

Responsibilities include market research, project planning and management, grant applications, and sustaining a robust client pipeline to deliver impactful, practical solutions across AI, data