Manager (Planning)

National Trades Union Congress (NTUC); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major trade union organization in Singapore is seeking a professional to support strategic planning and coordinate initiatives for job security. The role involves conducting trend analysis, implementing a communications strategy, and enhancing operational processes through technology. Candidates should have strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, alongside 3–5 years of relevant experience in strategic planning or policy analysis. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving job security initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis, or project management.
• Strong understanding of workforce development and job security issues.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and coordination for the Job Security Council (JSC).
• Conduct horizon scanning for international trends in job security.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Tools

Performance tracking tools

Technology integration knowledge

Job description

You will play a key role in supporting strategic planning and coordination efforts for the Job Security Council (JSC), ensuring alignment across units, leveraging global insights, and driving tech-enabled innovations to enhance job security initiatives.

Global Insights & Best Practices

• Conduct horizon scanning to identify international trends and innovations in job security.
• Evaluate the feasibility of adapting global best practices to the local context.
• Provide strategic recommendations to enhance JSC’s initiatives.

Coordination & Integration

• Facilitate alignment and collaboration across JSC units and with other NTUC divisions.
• Coordinate efforts on cross-cutting issues, including prioritisation of greenfield companies.
• Ensure cohesive planning and execution of JSC’s strategic initiatives.

Technological Innovation

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve JSC’s operational processes.
• Conceptualise tech-enabled solutions based on business needs.
• Collaborate with the Technology Office (TO) to develop and integrate solutions with NTUC systems (e.g., AiCC, VCC).

Communications Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for JSC.
• Coordinate internal and external communications to ensure consistent messaging.

Performance Tracking & Analytics

• Own and manage statistical tracking of JSC’s effectiveness.
• Define clear performance indicators and monitor progress.
• Ensure accountability through regular analysis and reporting.

Secretariat & Reporting

• Serve as the secretariat for JSC-related meetings and engagements.
• Prepare and present progress reports to the Board, NTUC management, and external stakeholders (e.g., Government, SNEF).
• Support strategic decision-making through timely and accurate reporting.

Job Requirements

• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills
• At least 3–5 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis, or project management.
• Strong understanding of workforce development and job security issues.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with data analytics and performance tracking tools.
• Familiarity with technology development and integration will be advantageous.