Snr Dir, Prog Mgmt and Business Planning (Networks)

Singapore Telecommunications Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 210,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Training & Development

Internal Mobility

Job summary

Singtel Networks is transforming to enable the digital generation of tomorrow. We seek a senior programme leader to oversee large-scale networks initiatives, align CTO priorities, and drive end-to-end delivery across multiple teams and vendors.

You will work with senior leaders to translate strategy into a consolidated transformation roadmap and ensure timely, accountable delivery with strong governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 12 to 15+ years of progressive leadership with exposure to Networks.
• Proven track record managing large, cross-functional networks programmes.
• Experience with CTO or technology function and senior leadership interaction.
• Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and cost optimisation.
• Experience collaborating with CTO organisations, engineering, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end oversight of a large-scale, complex technical programme with interdependencies.
• Ensure milestones, deliverables, and timelines are tracked and achieved.
• Identify risks and dependencies early; drive mitigation strategies.
• Maintain governance and execution discipline across all workstreams.
• Coordinate with VPs in the CTO office; align priorities and execution.
• Engage senior stakeholders and act as central coordination for cross-functional decisions.
• Programme manage vendors to ensure on-time delivery and impact.

Skills

Programme management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Governance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Telecommunications/Computer Science or related field

Job description

At Singtel, we believe in the strength of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive workforce where backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people help us innovate and create strong connections with our customers. We strive to ensure all our people practices are non-discriminatory and provide a fair, performance-based work culture that is diverse, inclusive and collaborative.
Join us and experience what it’s like to be with an Employer of Choice*. Together, let’s create a brighter digital future for all. *Awarded at the HR Fest Awards 2020.

Singtel Networks, the most established telecommunications infrastructure provider in Singapore is transforming to enable the digital generation of tomorrow. We are introducing new capabilities in 5G, Cloud, Analytics, Digital Commerce, Software Engineering, Cyber Security to enhance our core competencies and deliver innovative and differentiated Mobile and Fixed services (Broadband, TV and Telephony) for our customers. We are committed to celebrating inclusion and diversity and is a strong believer to upskill and nurture all individuals. Come join us today as we build Singtel's Networks of tomorrow, and Empower Every Generation to live, work and play in new ways!

Make an Impact by:

• Lead end-to-end oversight of a large-scale, complex technical programme with multiple interdependencies.
• Ensure programme milestones, deliverables, and timelines are closely tracked and achieved.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies early, and drive mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong governance and execution discipline across all workstreams.

Stakeholder Management & Alignment

• Partner closely with Vice Presidents within the CTO office to align on priorities, direction, and execution.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across Group Functions and senior management.
• Act as a central coordination point to ensure cross-functional alignment and decision-making.
• Navigate ambiguity and conflicting priorities to maintain forward momentum.
• Programme manage vendors to ensure on time delivery and business impact assessment.

Reporting & Insights

• Develop and deliver regular, high-quality programme reporting for executive audiences.
• Translate complex technical and operational data into clear, actionable insights.
• Provide forward-looking analysis, highlighting risks, trends, and opportunities.
• Ensure transparency and accuracy in programme status and performance metrics.

Governance & Communication

• Establish and maintain programme governance frameworks, including cadence, forums, and escalation paths.
• Drive structured communication across all levels of the organisation.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve programme delivery, reporting quality, and stakeholder engagement.
• Implement best practices in programme management and governance.

Business Planning

• Understand the operational business objectives and goals, define the ways to enable them, establish the business case and translate these ideas into a transformation strategy and consolidated roadmap which reflects business priorities.
• Lead the coordination and work across Singtel Singapore Networks on the development of the near-term and longer-term transformation strategy and roadmap, ensuring its integration with the overall Group Technology & Networks strategy and vision.
• Manage, integrate, and align information from multiple sources into actionable insights
• Collate business plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Singtel Singapore Networks.
• Support CTO in fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, inclusion and continuous learning.

Skills For Success:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
• 12 to 15+ years of progressive leadership with strong exposure to Networks.
• Proven track record managing complex, large-scale cross-functional Networks programmes.
• Extensive experience in programme management, preferably across planning and business planning/performance management within a CTO or technology function.
• Track record of driving cross-functional initiatives, operational efficiency, and cost optimisation.
• Experience working closely with CTO organisations, engineering teams, and operations teams.
• Experience working with senior leadership (e.g., CTO, VPs) and operating in matrixed organisations without direct authority.

Rewards that Go Beyond

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities

Are you ready to say hello to BIG Possibilities?