Manager, Talent Strategy and Development

Imdad; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Imdad in Singapore seeks a strategic, results-oriented professional to shape the future of Singapore’s ICT and Media workforce. This role leads the end-to-end development and delivery of Pre-Employment Training (PET) programmes, integrating strategy, policy review, programme implementation, and stakeholder engagement.

You will review policies, design PET programmes, analyse workforce data, and forge partnerships with government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning, and industry leaders to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of policy or manpower experience, preferably in government.
• Strong ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with clear storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Review and strengthen ICT/Media policies impacting graduates.
• Design, implement, and evaluate PET programmes.
• Analyse workforce data and trends to inform strategy.
• Forge partnerships with government agencies and institutes to create opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy / manpower experience

Job description

[What the role is]

We are looking for a strategic and results-oriented professional to shape the future of Singapore’s ICT and Media workforce. This role provides a unique opportunity to lead the end-to-end development and delivery of Pre-Employment Training (PET) programmes, integrating strategy, policy review, programme implementation, and stakeholder engagement.

[What the role is]

We are looking for a strategic and results-oriented professional to shape the future of Singapore’s ICT and Media workforce. This role provides a unique opportunity to lead the end-to-end development and delivery of Pre-Employment Training (PET) programmes, integrating strategy, policy review, programme implementation, and stakeholder engagement.

[What you will be working on]

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy and Strategy: Review and strengthen policies impacting ICT and Media graduates, ensuring curriculum and interventions enhance employability outcomes.
• Programme Development: Design, implement, and evaluate PET programmes, ensuring alignment with governance standards and budget objectives.
• Data-Driven Insights: Analyse workforce data, labour market trends, and programme metrics to inform strategies and assess impact.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Forge partnerships with government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning, and industry leaders to create opportunities – such as internships, projects, work-study programmes – that enhance graduate employability.
  
  
  

[What we are looking for]

Requirements:

• Minimally 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in policy or manpower roles within the Singapore Government.
• Strong analytical skills, capable of interpreting complex data and identifying actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with government structures and policy processes would be advantageous.