Director (Government Projects)

CHANDLER INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An international governance institute based in Singapore is looking for a Director (Government Projects) to lead global technical projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in public policy and consulting, and a proven ability to manage multi-country projects. This role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement to expand the Institute's impact. Interested candidates should send a CV to the provided email.

Benefits

Opportunity for international travel

Work with diverse teams

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in government and public policy.
• Proven track record in consulting or advisory work.
• Experience leading multi-country projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of technical projects in partnership with government agencies.
• Pitch project proposals and conclude agreements.
• Design tools to improve public sector governance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Graduate and postgraduate qualifications in political science, economics, or law

Job description

Overview

The Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG) is looking for a Director (Government Projects) to lead and ensure successful delivery of the Institute’s global portfolio of technical projects, while developing and growing strategic partnerships with government partners and key stakeholders.

The right candidate will have notable qualifications and experience in public policy and government administration, consultancy, team leadership, project management and delivery, stakeholder engagement and international partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Chief Executive Officer, the Government Projects team and CIG Regional Offices to scope, design, lead and successfully deliver technical projects in partnership with government agencies
• Identify, develop, and pitch project proposals, and conclude agreements and contracts that expand CIG's impact and revenue.
• Work with governance and public administration experts in CIG’s Faculty and Expert Network to design, validate and implement practical tools to improve public sector governance (these tools will be deployed during project work)
• Proactively propose and implement initiatives (e.g. MOUs and engagement platforms) to develop and expand expert communities of practice, to support CIG’s technical projects

Experience and Qualifications

• Graduate and postgraduate qualifications from reputable institutions in areas such as political science, comparative politics, economics and/or law
• At least 10 years’ progressive experience in government and public policy
• At least 10 years’ progressive experience in consulting or advisory work, with a proven track record of revenue generation and business development in a relevant field
• Good track record of effective and empathetic team leadership and staff development
• Good track record of successful management of a multi-country portfolio of concurrent projects
• Good track record of project design, management and delivery to a high standard of quality

Skills and Aptitudes

The successful candidate will excel in:

• Planning, anticipating, strategizing and initiating, without detailed instructions
• Meeting and delivering presentations to clients, and addressing client requirements
• Designing and scoping projects, timelines and deliverables
• Meeting revenue targets while maintaining high standards of delivery
• Adapting and innovating under conditions of uncertainty and rapid change
• Understanding government, public policy and public service delivery
• Engagement and management of senior stakeholders (e.g. senior government managers, heads of NGOs and international organisations)
• Oral and written communication in English

Advantages

• Love for international travel
• Familiarity in leading and coordinating cross-border, multi-cultural teams across time zones
• Familiarity in working in countries other than Singapore
• Written and spoken proficiency in languages other than English

This position is based in Singapore, and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer of CIG. Please send a detailed CV to [e-mail].