Manager (Research & Technology Management)

PUB, The National Water Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PUB, the National Water Agency, seeks a Manager in Research & Technology Management to oversee R&D activities, align projects with strategic goals, and secure funding. Candidates should have experience in grant management, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative water solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in grant management and/or procurement preferred.
• Strong analytical and systematic thinking required.
• Good writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate R&D activities within PUB.
• Manage the entire pre-award process for projects.
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and funding agencies.

Skills

Grant Management

Procurement

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Self-Motivation

Job description

What the role is:

As Manager (Research & Technology Management) of the Technology & Engineering Department, you will coordinate and facilitate all R&D activities within PUB, ensuring projects align with PUB’s Technology Roadmap objectives and targets. You will also be responsible for securing funding and ensuring compliance with Government grant, procurement, and financial manuals.

What you will be working on:

Your main roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Planning, executing, and managing the entire pre-award process from proposal submission to evaluation, including internal evaluation, international peer review, PUB and PEP meetings, and the final project award process.
2. Managing administrative and logistical processes, providing comments and evaluations as the secretariat to the PEP to ensure seamless transition from proposal submission to project award.
3. Planning and executing Global Innovation Challenge / Grand Challenge to crowdsource innovations and solutions from the global community.
4. Building and maintaining an idea bank to consolidate PUB’s needs and challenges.
5. Serving as a liaison between the organization and funding agencies, building and maintaining relationships with program officers and other relevant stakeholders.
6. Managing R&D projects closely to ensure they are on schedule and well-managed according to guidelines, with timely updates to management.
7. Conducting periodic reviews of R&D project guidelines and guidebooks to ensure alignment with Government IM and other relevant manuals, and disseminating updates to PIs and project managers.
8. Supporting the operation, maintenance, and enhancement of PUB Grant Management System to ensure platform functionality and compliance with IT policies.
9. Reviewing Intellectual Property policies periodically to ensure effective management and safeguarding PUB’s interests.
10. Managing data collection and analysis to inform grant strategies and improve service delivery.

What we are looking for:

• Candidates with experience in grant management and/or procurement are preferred.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and systematic thinking.
• Works well independently and is a resourceful team player.

About PUB, The National Water Agency

PUB is recognized internationally for good water management. It won the 2007 Stockholm Industry Water Award and was named Water Agency of the Year 2006 in the Global Water Awards. In 2008, PUB received the Singapore Quality Award for business excellence. PUB also received the 'Environmental Contribution of the Year' at the Global Water Awards 2008 for its high-quality reclaimed water, NEWater. At PUB, you will have opportunities to build a future in the water industry.