Senior Manager, Interconnection & Access Division

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech Singapore is seeking a senior lead to work within the Policy, Regulation & Competition Development group, focusing on deployment policy for telecom infrastructure and COPIF compliance.

You will coordinate with telecom operators, building owners, and MCSTs on-site, drive process improvements, and lead a team to achieve strong operational and strategic outcomes for mobile networks, including 5G deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, preferably in the telecom industry.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in site acquisition is advantageous.
• Knowledge of COPIF is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implement COPIF for operators' deployment; engage building owners and MCSTs on-site to explain requirements and resolve differences.
• Support mobile network operators in 5G infrastructure deployment, including road and MRT tunnels and mega projects.
• Collaborate with agencies to address concerns on mobile deployments and drive process improvements.
• Lead a team to manage operational matters and identify strategic process enhancements.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Written & verbal comms

Negotiation

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

COPIF knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or Engineering

Job description

This role sits within the Policy, Regulation & Competition Development (PRCD) Group

PRCD is at the forefront of policy and regulatory thinking, where policies and frameworks facilitate the deployment of digital infrastructure, encourage innovation, and support the growth of Singapore's digital economy. PRCD also builds an inclusive society and addresses emerging threats and challenges in the digital domain.

What you will be working on

Work with telecom operators and building owners to implement COPIF for operators' deployment, including engaging difficult building owners and MCSTs on-site to explain requirements and resolve differences among parties. Facilitate mobile network operators in their 5G (and future technology) infrastructure deployment, including in road and MRT tunnels and other mega projects. Work with agencies to address concerns pertaining to mobile deployments, and regularly review agency processes to drive improvements in collaboration with agencies and telecom operators. Lead a team to manage operational matters and continuously improve operational outcomes, while thinking strategically to identify and implement process enhancements.

What we are looking for

Background in Telecommunications or Engineering preferred, with at least a bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Minimally 10 years of working experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry, with at least 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Experience in site acquisition and knowledge of COPIF are advantageous. Strong stakeholder engagement and rapport-building skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with telecom operators, agencies, and building owners. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong persuasion and negotiation abilities, particularly in resolving differences among diverse stakeholders. Independent, analytical, and able to work with minimal supervision while leading a team towards strong operational and strategic outcomes.

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