Manager, Jobs And Skills

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDA invites you to help shape Singapore's digital future by driving workforce development through the TeSA initiative. You will collaborate with industry partners and government agencies to craft impactful ICT training pathways and job opportunities for Singaporeans in the digital economy.

The role focuses on strategic programme management, market intelligence, and cross-sector collaboration to ensure programmes meet policy objectives and deliver measurable outcomes for Singapore's ICT

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in industry engagement, manpower development and programme management.
• Background in Business & IT, Tech/Engineering disciplines or equivalent; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Engage with industry partners, ICT hirers, IHLs, trade associations and professional bodies.
• Design and implement targeted workforce development programmes with government partners.
• Monitor industry trends, map Singapore's jobs and skills ecosystem, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Manage project proposals, budgets, and KPIs across programmes in the portfolio.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Business & IT background or related fields

Job description

What the role is

Are you ready to architect Singapore's digital future? Join us at IMDA as we spearhead the TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA) initiative, nurturing a world-class Information and Communications Technology workforce that will power our nation's future.

At IMDA's Human Capital Cluster, we don't just adapt to change - we create it. Our Jobs and Skills Division collaborates with industry partners to conceptualise and implement cutting-edge Infocomm & Technology (ICT) training programmes. We tackle emerging technologies head-on, transforming challenges into opportunities across sectors.

In this dynamic role, you'll work with diverse stakeholders to shape programmes that elevate Singapore's digital capabilities and create pathways for tech talent to thrive.

What you will be working on

Responsibilities

• Industry Engagement & Partnerships
  • Foster strategic relationships with key stakeholders (tech hirers, IHLs, trade associations, professional bodies)
  • Partner with IMDA divisions and government agencies to develop workforce initiatives
  • Create impactful job opportunities and training pathways for Singaporeans in the Digital sector
  • Address industry manpower challenges through strategic partnerships and solutions
  • Support ICT sector transformation through collaborative programmes
• Strategic Programme Management
  • Design and implement targeted workforce development programmes
  • Collaborate with industry and government partners on programme delivery
  • Ensure partner compliance with policies and processes
  • Monitor and evaluate programme effectiveness
  • Provide data-driven recommendations to management for programme optimisation
• Market Intelligence and Analysis
  • Monitor developments in ICT and Continuing Education and Training (CET) training landscape
  • Analyse industry trends and hiring patterns
  • Map Singapore's evolving jobs and skills ecosystem
  • Develop evidence-based human capital strategies
  • Shape workforce initiatives based on market insights
• Operational Excellence
  • Work independently and as team on assessment of project proposals with industry partners, balancing business considerations, IMDA and national interest priorities.
  • Manage project or workstream budget planning, tracking and management reporting of funding utilisation and outcomes/KPIs achieved for programmes under team's portfolio.

What we are looking for

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in industry engagement, manpower development and programme management.
• Background in Business & IT, Tech/Engineering disciplines or equivalent. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication (writing and presentation) skills with experience in business development will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment under minimal supervision.
• Experience in civil/public service would be an advantage.