Manager (AI and Trust)

The Singapore Public Service; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDA is seeking a Manager to lead RIE efforts in AI and Trust Technologies, cross-domain research, and research-to-business development. The role involves building strategic collaborations, representing Singapore and IMDA in international forums, and translating research into commercial opportunities.

The candidate will work with local and international partners, contribute to thought leadership, and communicate insights through blogs, papers and public engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in CS/related field or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of experience leading technology teams in research and/or engineering.
• Familiarity with the RIE ecosystem and Singapore’s research landscape.
• Strategic thinker with collaborative attitude and strong teamwork.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder management with local and international partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop research-to-business strategies in AI and Trust Technologies and cross-domain research.
• Strategise collaborations with IHLs and RIs in AI and Trust Technologies; represent Singapore/IMDA in forums and standards bodies.
• Lead efforts to translate research findings into viable business opportunities.
• Drive international collaborations and partnerships.
• Monitor global AI and Trust Technologies trends and provide timely policy recommendations.
• Publish and share perspectives via blogs, papers and public engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Team management

Education

Bachelor degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related

Job description

[What the role is]

IMDA is spearheading Singapore’s drive to be a world leading Digital Economy. IMDA aims to empower our companies and workforce to harness the power of digital technologies to drive innovation and foster trust in an increasingly digital world. We are looking for a Manager who will play a pivotal role as part of a team in leading our Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) efforts in AI and Trust Technologies, cross-domain research, and research to business development. The successful candidate is a highly motivated and independent team player who has demonstrated experience developing research to business strategies, driving thought leadership activities for Singapore and orchestrating international partnerships through the RIE. He/she will have opportunities to collaborate with local and international research communities and international organisations, such as WEF, GPAI and NIST, to drive technology thought leadership. Join us in our journey and jointly architect Singapore’s digital future.

[What you will be working on]

• Develop research to business strategies in the areas of AI and Trust Technologies, as well as cross-domain research that is aligned to national strategic interests. Prepare RIE funding initiatives and develop theories of success to drive the research programmes.
• Strategise to create impactful collaborations with Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and Research Institutes (RIs) in AI and Trust Technologies, as well as cross-domain research. Represent Singapore and/or IMDA in relevant research and technology forums and standards setting committees.
• Lead efforts in translate research findings into viable business opportunities.
• Drive international collaborations.
• Support the senior leadership team in monitoring and contextualising global shifts and technology developments in AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research, to make timely recommendations to drive policy, capture new value and/or pre-empt anticipated risks.
• Share our point of view of AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research in blogs, social media and papers.

[What we are looking for]

• Holds at least Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
• At least 5-8 years of experience in managing technology teams in research and/or engineering
• Familiarity with the RIE ecosystem
• Strategic thinker with collaborative attitude and a strong team player.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong presentation and engagement skills
• Strong stakeholder management skills to work with both local and overseas partners and stakeholders.

Position will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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