Senior Manager / Assistant Director (IT Planning)

Central Provident Fund Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A national social security organization in Singapore seeks a professional for a strategic role focusing on IT planning and business analysis. You will evaluate environments to inform strategic plans, engage stakeholders, and support organizational initiatives. Ideal candidates should have experience in strategic planning, analytical skills, and effective communication. This 2-year full-time contract position may lead to a permanent role. Join us to make a meaningful impact in serving the community.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Impactful work towards social security

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in strategic planning or business analysis.
• Ability to translate priorities into actionable strategies.
• Experience in bridging business and technology teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate business and external environments for IT planning.
• Partner with stakeholders to synthesize data for decision-making.
• Facilitate strategic workforce planning and organizational design.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Job description

What the role is:

At #TeamCPF, you’re not just joining a team; you are embracing a culture of excellence, collaboration, and meaningful impact. You will play a pivotal role in empowering over 4 million members to secure their retirement, healthcare, housing needs and better navigate life’s uncertainties. We thrive on sharp minds and insightful decisions. Your ability to analyse and think critically isn't just valued; it's essential. Every choice you make contributes to our collective success. Collaboration is our way of life. We believe in the power of effective partnerships and seamless communications across teams. Together, we amplify each other’s strengths and achieve remarkable results. Our learning never stops. We encourage your inquisitiveness and courage to embrace new challenges head‑on. Your agility, readiness to challenge conventions, embrace of data‑driven strategies, dedication to learning and applying new skills fuels our innovation and progress. At the core of everything we do lies a genuine desire to make a difference. We serve our community and support each other with compassion, empathy, and unwavering dedications. Every action we take is guided by a deep sense of purpose and a commitment to those we serve. Join us at #TeamCPF! Together, let's redefine possibilities and leave a legacy that echoes for generations.

What you will be working on:

• Evaluate business, internal, and external environments, including industry trends and emerging technologies, to inform IT strategic planning and future‑state direction.
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to synthesise data and insights, enabling holistic, data‑driven IT planning and decision‑making.
• Shape and contribute to the formulation of actionable IT strategic plans aligned with enterprise business priorities and digital transformation initiatives.
• Drive the design and evolution of the IT operating model to support ops‑tech integration and strategic, product‑centric ways of working.
• Facilitate strategic workforce planning, organisation design, and change management to support strategy execution and workforce transitions for the Future of Work.
• Design, execute, and continuously improve strategic engagement and communication initiatives, including planning workshops and change enablement activities, to reinforce desired behaviours, alignment, and collaboration across teams.
• Provide secretariat and governance support to technology management committees, including the preparation of strategic inputs, analyses, and materials to enable informed decision‑making.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant experience in strategic planning, business analysis, organisational development, change management, or related fields, with exposure to enterprise‑level or cross‑functional initiatives.
• Have experience in analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills, synthesising insights from diverse qualitative and quantitative sources.
• Ability to translate business priorities and outcomes into coherent, actionable strategies, including technology‑enabled or digital initiatives.
• Sound understanding of business strategy, operating models, and digital trends, and how technology enables organisational outcomes. (Background in IT or technology domains is an advantage.)
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and change initiatives, bridging perspectives between business and technology teams.
• Communicates effectively, both in writing and speaking.
• Works independently and manages priorities effectively.
• Adaptable and resourceful in handling different tasks and challenges.
• Self‑motivated, curious, and collaborative, with experience in taking ownership of projects and initiatives.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, operating effectively in evolving environments.

The seniority of appointment and actual corporate job title will commensurate with individual work experiences. Position is on 2-year full time contract directly under the payroll of CPF Board with potential for emplacement into permanent position.

About Central Provident Fund Board

Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board is the cornerstone of Singapore's social security system, committed to serving and empowering over 4 million members in securing their retirement, healthcare, and housing needs. As an employer, we believe in developing our people to do their life’s best work through the 3Ps: Purposeful Work, Professional Growth, People & Culture. Purposeful Work – Beyond being a pension fund, we are unique in being a national social security organisation, and we serve CPF members knowing that our work we make a difference. Professional Growth – At CPF Board, you will have the opportunity to learn on the job, acquire new skills, and broaden your knowledge. Although you are joining one organisation, you will have access to many career paths in the years ahead. People and Culture – When you join CPF Board, you become part of a mission‑oriented organisation with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. Our people are our greatest asset, and we champion a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusivity, where every voice is heard and contributions are recognised and celebrated. We are a recipient of the Enabling Mark (Gold) by SG Enable, we welcome candidates with disabilities and are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment. Come and be a part of #TeamCPF today, to make a difference in the lives of others and in the future of Singapore. To learn more about CPF Board, visit our website at www.cpf.gov.sg.