Manager/Senior Manager (Resource Planning & Policy / Admin & Ops), SERC Planning

Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) seeks a proactive planner to support the Science and Engineering Research Council's planning and policy work under the RIE 2030 plan. You will analyse data, coordinate across stakeholders, and help translate concepts into practical implementation plans in a dynamic public sector environment.

You will work on resource monitoring, budgeting, and performance analysis to inform strategic decisions, with opportunities to shape science and tech

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in STEM or Business.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Power BI or equivalent)
• Fresh graduates welcome; experience in public sector planning is an advantage.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to translate concepts into implementation plans.
• Resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support senior management in governance and allocation of resources.
• Synthesize data and develop recommendations for executive decision making.
• Review and improve SERC strategy, policy, operations and processes.
• Develop specific measures of success with relevant experts.
• Conduct financial modelling and monitor budgets for SERC entities.
• Analyse and track performance of SERC entities.
• Develop and implement SERC Space and Infrastructure masterplans.
• Organise events for management reviews and chart strategic directions.
• Handle administrative matters (budgets, office space, procurement, contracts).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Proactive approach

Resourcefulness

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (STEM or Business)

Tools

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

What the role is:

The Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC) Planning is looking to hire a resourceful and motivated individual, who is passionate about supporting the delivery of impactful outcomes through Science and Technology, under the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2030 plan. SERC Planning supports the policy, corporate reporting and economic analysis to ensure that SERC delivers on sectoral priorities which leads to the value-creation and socioeconomic impact to Singapore. You will work closely with key stakeholders internally and externally to achieve the outcomes of various programmes, and develop a deep understanding of R&D policies and their wider impact on the research ecosystem in Singapore. You will acquire skills in interpreting data to develop policies, as well as develop deeper organisational awareness. The ability to be agile and thrive in a changing work environment is a must!

What you will be working on:

Resource and Performance Monitoring

• Support Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC) senior management in the governance and allocation of resources;
• Synthesise data and develop recommendations to support executive decision making;
• Review and improvement of SERC strategy, policy, operations and processes, including the improvement of SERC investments and activities;
• Develop specific measures of success with relevant experts;
• Conduct financial modelling and monitor budgets for SERC entities;
• Analyse and track performance of SERC entities in response to overall strategies;
• Develop and implementation of SERC Space and Infrastructure masterplans

Corporate Planning and Administration

• Support SERC senior management in key meeting platforms and monitor strategic and management issues across SERC;
• Organise events for SERC management for business reviews, and charting of strategic directions for SERC entities;
• Other administrative matters (e.g. budgets, office space, procurement, contracts and agreements)

What we are looking for:

Job Requirements

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Relevant working experience in the public sector, strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or Business
• Ability to translate concepts into implementation plans
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Power BI or equivalent)
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Resourceful and motivated
• Pro-active, quality conscious, attentive to detail and result-oriented
• High learning agility and adaptability
• Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines where necessary

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Agency for Science, Technology and Research

MISSION

We advance science and develop innovative technology to further economic growth and improve lives.

• integrating our capabilities to create impact with Multi-National Corporations and Globally Competitive Companies;
• partnering Local Enterprises for productivity and gearing them for growth;
• and nurturing R&D-driven Start-ups by seeding for surprises and shaping for success.

Our research, in addition, also contributes to societal benefits such as improving outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability. These serve to enhance lives in Singapore and beyond.

VISION

A global leader in science, technology and open innovation

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation. We play a key role in nurturing and developing talent and leaders for our Research Institutes, the wider research community, and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore. As a Science and Technology Organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry in terms of research and development. In these endeavours, we seek to integrate the relevant capabilities of our research institutes and collaborate with the wider research community as well as other public sector agencies towards meaningful and impactful outcomes. Together with the other public sector entities, we develop industry sectors by: integrating our capabilities to create impact with Multi-National Corporations and Globally Competitive Companies; partnering Local Enterprises for productivity and gearing them for growth; and nurturing R&D-driven Start-ups by seeding for surprises and shaping for success.