Government Affairs/Public Affairs(EDB, IMDA, MTI, or A*STAR)

AMBITION GROUP SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in government relations based in Singapore seeks an experienced professional for managing government partnerships and program execution. Responsibilities include managing government programs, building stakeholder relationships, and preparing detailed reports. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 2-3 years of experience in public affairs. This role requires strong project management skills and familiarity with Singapore's innovation ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in government affairs or public affairs.
• Experience working with EDB, IMDA, MTI, or A*STAR is preferred.
• Proven track record in executing government‑funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage participation in government programs and incentives.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies.
• Prepare briefings and reports for leadership.
• Maintain tracker of government collaborations and project deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, or Communications

Master’s degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Government Partnership & Program Execution

• Manage and support company participation in government programs and incentives (e.g., EDB partnerships, IMDA innovation schemes, or A*STAR collaborations).
• Coordinate and track project documentation, deliverables, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with government guidelines.
• Serve as the main liaison between the company and government officers for project updates and progress reports.
• Identify and manage timelines, budgets, and KPIs for government-funded or co-supported initiatives.

2. Relations & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong, constructive relationships with relevant government agencies, industry associations, and key stakeholders.
• Support regular meetings, workshops, and engagement sessions with public sector partners.
• Develop a clear understanding of agency priorities and ensure company initiatives align with national innovation and digital transformation goals.
• Coordinate internal communication to ensure teams are informed of relevant policies, grants, or partnership opportunities.

3. Strategic Communications & Support

• Work with Corporate Communications to ensure consistent messaging and alignment in public affairs activities.
• Prepare briefings, presentation decks, and summary reports for leadership regarding ongoing or upcoming government initiatives.
• Support event coordination, public statements, and partnership announcements when required.

4. Program Reporting & Measurement

• Maintain an updated tracker of all government collaborations and project deliverable.
• Prepare periodic updates and reports for senior management summarizing project status, outcomes, and next steps.
• Support internal audit and documentation processes related to government funding or incentive programs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred but not mandatory.
• Singapore PR & Citizen only.

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in government affairs, public affairs, or project execution involving Singapore government agencies.
• Demonstrated experience working with or supporting programs from EDB, IMDA, MTI, or A*STAR is highly preferred.
• Proven track record in executing and reporting on government‑funded projects or corporate partnership initiatives.

Skills & Competencie s

• Strong project management and coordination skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Familiarity with Singapore’s innovation and enterprise ecosystem.
• Able to work cross‑functionally and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• High integrity, adaptability, and a proactive attitude towards problem‑solving.