Manager, Manpower Policy

IMD Info-communications Media Development Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IMD Info-communications Media Development Authority in Singapore seeks a Senior Manager/Manager to join the Planning, Strategy and Data Team. You will contribute to manpower policy formulation, lead research and forecasting of tech and media trends, and develop strategic data insights to inform policymaking.

The role involves preparing papers for senior management, collaborating across government agencies to align with national interests, and implementing policies effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant policy/manpower experience.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to manpower policy formulation.
• Lead research, sense-making and forecasting of tech and media trends.
• Develop strategic data insights to support evidence-based policymaking.
• Prepare papers and presentations for senior management and officials.
• Collaborate across government agencies to align with national interests.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder communication

Forecasting

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Job description

[What the role is]

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager/Manager to join the Planning, Strategy and Data Team.

[What you will be working on]

• Contribute to the formulation and review of manpower policies to keep pace with tech and media developments.
• Lead research, sense-making and forecasting of tech and media trends, and identify new jobs and skills in demandto inform manpower policy recommendations
• Develop strategic data insights to support evidence-based policymaking.
• Prepare papers and presentations to communicate IMDA's position on tech manpower policy matters to senior management, senior government officials, and Public Office Holders.
• Implement manpower policies and operations in an effective and timely manner
• Collaborate within and across government agencies to ensure alignment towards national interests.

[What we are looking for]

• Minimally 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in policy or manpower roles in the Singapore Government.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify key issues.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with government structures and policy processes would be advantageous.

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Position commensurate with experience.
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