Planner /Manager (URA Academy)

Urban Redevelopment Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national land use planning authority in Singapore is seeking a candidate to develop and manage learning programmes related to urban planning. The role involves curating interactive digital content, engaging with stakeholders, and hosting delegations interested in Singapore's urban strategies. Candidates should possess a degree in urban planning, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. This is a 1-year contract position, subject to performance evaluation.

Qualifications

• Degree in urban planning or relevant disciplines.
• Relevant experience in urban planning or learning and development.
• Good written, visual and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
• Familiar with business intelligence tools such as Power BI.
• Experience in developing digital learning content is useful.
• Passion for learning and interest in digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop learning plans and organize training programmes.
• Curate new learning programmes and interactive digital content.
• Work with stakeholders to create effective learning programmes.
• Monitor training progress and manage training records.
• Host local and overseas delegations for knowledge sharing.
• Manage digital platforms for seamless learning.

Skills

Written communication skills

Visual communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Microsoft Windows and Office proficiency

Business intelligence tools (Power BI)

Teamwork

Independent work ability

Adaptability to new digital tools

Education

Degree in urban planning or relevant disciplines

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

Job description

What the role is

The URA Academy seeks to develop urban planning excellence within URA and in the planning industry, through training programmes, industry engagement and sharing, developing L&D content, and knowledge management.

What you will be working on

• Develop learning plans, curate and organise learning programmes, training courses, talks, seminars to strengthen professional competencies in URA and in the industry;
• Develop new learning programmes and content, including multi‑media and interactive digital learning content;
• Work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to curate and develop the learning programmes;
• Monitor training progress, manage training records, and support other administrative, finance and procurement functions required as part of your work;
• Host, brief and interact with local and overseas delegations who would like to learn about Singapore’s urban planning experience;
• You may also be involved in managing and maintaining digital platforms and content to facilitate seamless learning and knowledge sharing, including piloting new technologies and tools.

What we are looking for

• Degree in urban planning or relevant disciplines.
• Relevant experience in or familiarity with urban planning or learning and development work.
• Good written, visual and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint), and able to use business intelligence tools such as Power BI to create dashboards and interactive data visualisation.
• Experience in developing and managing multi‑media and interactive digital learning content would also be useful.
• Passion for learning and interest in keeping up to date with new digital tools and learning technologies, including AI‑enabled ones.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Note: This is a 1‑year contract position, and further extension will be dependent on work performance.

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore’s national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co‑ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.