Manager / Senior Manager, Strategic Planning & Impact

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore invites experienced planning professionals to join the Innovation & Enterprise Group's Planning team. You will shape strategic initiatives, coordinate resource stewardship, and partner with senior management to drive national R&D outcomes.

The role requires 3–5 years in strategic planning, corporate development, or industry engagement, with strong analytics and stakeholder influence.

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years in strategic planning, corporate development, or industry engagement.
• Experience with data-driven strategy and investment decisions.
• Strong understanding of Singapore's R&D ecosystem and policy landscape.
• Ability to lead across cross-disciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Aufgaben

• Support development and implementation of data driven innovation and enterprise strategies aligned with strategic priorities.
• Translate priorities into actionable plans, funding initiatives, and performance frameworks.
• Support resource planning and allocation optimisation across the Group.
• Assist in evaluative approaches to assess effectiveness of initiatives with quantitative and qualitative evidence.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and presentations for Oversight Committee and stakeholders.
• Contribute to special projects and engagements with industry, public sector, and national platforms.

Kenntnisse

Strategic planning

Corporate development

Innovation management

Industry engagement

Data analytics

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Power BI

Scenario planning

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

ChatGPT

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Innovation & Enterprise Group drives the translation of research into impactful outcomes by overseeing innovation and enterprise activities across A*STAR's research entities. We work closely with industry partners, public agencies, and academia to catalyze commercialization, foster public-private partnerships, and align research capabilities with national priorities. We are seeking highly motivated and adaptable professionals to join our Planning team, which plays a pivotal role in shaping strategic initiatives and resource stewardship for the Group and reports directly to the senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of data driven innovation and enterprise strategies aligned with A*STAR's strategic priorities, and Singapore's economic and national R&D agenda.
• Contribute to translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, funding initiatives, and performance frameworks; including supporting the design of and refinement of relevant Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
• Support resource planning and optimisation of resource allocation across the Innovation & Enterprise Group to maximise strategic value and outcomes.
• Assist in structuring evaluative approaches to assess the effectiveness and relevance of I&E initiatives, drawing on quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform strategic choices and course-corrections.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and presentations for I&E Group's Oversight Committee and stakeholders across A*STAR, industry, academia, and government agencies to drive innovation outcomes.
• Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives that advance the Group's mission. Support senior management in strategic platforms, including engagements with companies, public sector agencies, and national research platforms.

Job Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in strategic planning, corporate development, innovation management, or industry engagement, preferably in sectors such as Semiconductor, Connectivity, Advanced Manufacturing, Biotech, Pharmaceuticals, Medtech or Energy and Chemicals.
• Demonstrated experience working with data, evidence, and structured analysis to inform strategy, investment decisions, or programme design.
• Strong understanding of Singapore's R&D ecosystem, innovation policies, and enterprise development landscape.
• Demonstrated agility and resilience in navigating complex and fast-evolving environments.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic, cross-disciplinary teams, and manage multiple priorities with clarity and focus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Impact-driven mindset, with a passion for translating R&D investments into meaningful economic and societal outcomes.
• Proficiency in using business intelligence, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, ChatGPT, scenario planning platforms) to support strategic foresight, planning, and decision-making.
• Meticulous and well-organized, with a systems-thinking approach to planning and execution.