Senior Manager/ Manager, Research and Innovation Fund Management

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance professional for the role of Senior Manager/Manager in Research and Innovation Fund Management. The individual will provide comprehensive financial oversight and strategic management to support innovative healthcare research. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in finance or accounting within healthcare settings. Proficiency in SAP and strong communication skills are essential. This role offers opportunities for professional development within a collaborative hospital environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Contribution to innovative healthcare research

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of finance/accounting/administration experience in healthcare, academic and/or research settings.
• Proven track record in financial/grant planning and analysis.
• Experience working with national grant funding agencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage RIO's finances and funds/grants.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations.
• Manage relationships with external funding agencies.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Leadership capabilities

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent

Tools

SAP systems

Job description

About Us

Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is at the forefront of advancing healthcare through world‑class research and innovation. We aim to transform care for individual and population health while nurturing future‑ready healthcare research professionals. In support of the hospital’s research and innovation mission, the Research and Innovation Office (RIO) oversees SGH’s overall research and innovation strategies and capabilities. As an integrated one‑stop Research and Innovation strategic coordination and administration office, we enable research excellence in Singapore's largest public hospital.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join our dynamic team as a Senior Manager/ Manager in Research and Innovation Fund Management. This role will provide comprehensive strategic financial oversight, fund management, stakeholder management and leadership and administrative oversight to support SGH's research and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategic Oversight for Research and Innovation Funds and Grants

• Assist the Research and Innovation Director and Deputy Director to oversee and manage RIO's finances and funds/ grants
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to support senior management decision‑making
• Monitor utilization and project cashflow to optimize resource management for various research and innovation initiatives
• Develop funding proposals for strategic grants and/or initiatives

Fund Management for Grants

• Manage the NMRC Centre Grant (CG) funds, including coordinating with Research and Innovation Programmes, Peaks and Enablers
• Work with investigators to prepare project costings and budgets
• Track hiring requisitions for research/innovation‑funded positions
• Monitor and ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions

Stakeholder Management and Leadership

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Investigators, innovators, Programmes/Peaks/Enablers, HR and Finance)
• Manage relationships and liaise with SingHealth Office of Research and external funding agencies
• Supervise and mentor a team of executives in fund management

Administrative Oversight

• Review purchase requisitions and claims
• Ensure compliance with institutional guidelines and funding regulations
• Coordinate implementation of systems and policies

Required Qualifications/Preferred Experience

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
• Minimum 6 years of finance/accounting/administration experience in healthcare, academic and/or research settings
• Proven track record in financial/grant planning and analysis
• Experience working with national grant funding agencies
• Proficiency in SAP systems

Essential Qualities

• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Leadership capabilities and team management experience
• Proactive approach to process improvement

What We Offer

• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative work environment in a hospital setting
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge healthcare research and innovation to shape the future of healthcare in SGH and Singapore