This is an individual contributor, HR Business Partnering regional role, that requires partnership and engagement with Regional Function and Business Leadership Teams (LTs), Country HR Heads and Country HRBPs.

The role, under the leadership of Regional Director for Organisation & Capability, is focused on executing key elements related to Strategic Organization Planning and Organisation Design processes, driving Talent Placement and Development actions, driving Key Projects planned (and ad-hoc) of Regional/Global importance. Influence stakeholders through measurement and insights from key HR Metrics and data in areas of setting up Future-Fit leadership teams, staffing of Most Value Adding roles, Succession Planning, Talent Development actions, etc.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Strategic Organisation Planning process, including tracking progress against action plans, analysing outcomes, and providing insights to regional leadership.

• Assess key drivers of Organisation and Leadership Team effectiveness, challenge assumptions where needed, and provide data‑driven insights on fit‑to‑role effectiveness, staffing of most value‑adding role, succession pipeline strength, talent development progress.

• Implement changes resulting from Organisation Design initiatives across business units and functions.

• Partner with Business and Functional Leadership Teams to deliver Organisation & Capability (O\&C) priorities.

• Lead or contribute to key HR projects of regional and/or global significance, including organisation transformation and capability‑building initiatives.

• Leverage HR analytics to organise, analyse, and interpret data that drives business outcomes; establish effective tracking and reporting processes.

• Promote and role‑model strong teams and the BD Way of working across regional businesses and country HR teams.

• Independently manage and drive the people agenda with senior regional and country stakeholders within a highly matrixed organisation.

• Support organisation capability‑building and culture‑shaping initiatives such as future‑ready organisations, digitalisation, growth mindset, and leadership effectiveness.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in HR Business Partnering, with proven ability to link business strategy to people and talent outcomes.

• Strong experience in strategic HR, including organisational planning, talent management, and succession planning.

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and provide structure in complex environments.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to generate insights from data to influence stakeholders.

• Experience working in matrixed organisations and navigating senior stakeholder relationships.

• Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or commercial sales environments preferred.

• Understanding of different business operating models (e.g. B2B, B2C, key accounts, distribution, reimbursement) considered an advantage.

• Proficiency in HR systems such as Workday and analytical tools such as Excel, Visier, or similar platforms.

• Experience leading or contributing to organisation transformation, change management, and culture‑shaping initiatives.

• MBA required.

You will be supporting WSG’s efforts to deepen our understanding of youths’ career aspirations and behaviours, and to shape initiatives that strengthen youths’ engagement with career development and planning. You will lead research efforts and pilot programmes that inform policy and engagement strategies to support youths’ school-to-work transitions and their early careers.
Responsibilities
You will be supporting WSG’s efforts to deepen our understanding of youths’ career aspirations and behaviours, and to shape initiatives that strengthen youths’ engagement with career development and planning. You will lead research efforts and pilot programmes that inform policy and engagement strategies to support youths’ school-to-work transitions and their early careers.

As a Senior Manager/ Manager in Youth Engagement and Research, you will:       

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to understand perceptions, motivations, challenges, and behaviours of youths pertaining to work and career planning

• Synthesize research insights into actionable recommendations to inform programmes, partnerships, and outreach strategies

• Design and lead youth-centric pilot initiatives and engagements to test new approaches to career development and planning, including both digital and in-person formats

• Identify and explore emerging youths-related trends in education, employment, values and identity, and how these impact school-to-work transitions and early career decisions and pathways

• Engage with youth-focused organisations,educators, community groups, and ecosystem partners to develop collaborative initiatives and expand outreach

• Cultivate and maintain strong partnership with youth organisations, education institutions and community stakeholdersto co-develop impactful initiatives

• Support internal teams with youth-related insights and frameworks to ensure initiatives are designed with empathy andrelevance

• Track and evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of youth-related initiatives and surface insights for broader implementation

• Present insights and recommendations clearly and persuasively to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and external partners

Requirements
You should have the following work experience and knowledge:

• Relevant experience in youth engagement,market and consumer/user research, programme development, or community development

• Strong grasp of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, including survey design, interviews, focus groups, or user testing

• Familiarity with trends in youth development,education-to-work transitions, and socio-economic issues affecting young people

• Experience working with or designing initiatives for diverse youth profiles, including students, graduates, and early-career workers

• Proficient in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with data visualisation or research tools is a plus

You should possess the following skill sets:

• Youth Empathy and Engagement: Able to relate to and connect with diverse youth mindsets; comfortable designing programmes or touchpoints that resonate with their needs and realities

• Research and Insight Development: Skilled in gathering, analysing and interpreting data to surface insights that shape programmes and strategies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Confident in engaging partners across public, private, and people sectors to co-create initiatives or amplify outreach

• Partnership Development: Capable of identifying, cultivating and sustaining strategic partnerships with youth-focused organisations, education institutions and community groups to co-develop initiatives that better support youths in their career exploration and transitions

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey research findings and initiative proposals with clarity and influence

• Initiative and Adaptability: Self-motivated, adaptable and resourceful; able to navigate ambiguity and move ideas forward from concept to execution

• Project Management: Strong planning and coordination skills to manage pilots, studies, or outreach initiatives from start to finish

'Only candidates with mor experience will be considered for the Senior Manager position, with a commensurate remuneration'

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

We are representing our client to look for a talented and dynamic Senior Leadership & Development Manager to join our team. This is an individual contributor role reporting directly to the Head of HRBP.

He/she will play a key role in developing, implementing and overseeing the learning and development (L&D) programs for the organization that equip and enhance the skills and knowledge of employees. The role involves assessing development needs, creating learning strategies, and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs to ensure alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be the subject matter expert and should stay abreast of the updated industry trends, best practices and emerging technologies to ensure employees are equipped with relevant and updated skills and knowledge to excel in their roles and achieve business objectives.

LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT SENIOR MANAGER

Responsibilities:

·      Develop and Implement L&D Strategies: Create and implement learning strategies and programs that support the developmental needs of employees.

·      Assess Training & Development Needs: Conduct assessment to identify the learning needs of employees within the organization and develop training strategies and initiatives to address these needs for enhanced performance.

·      Design Training Programs: Develop learning plan / roadmap, curate and deliver training programs, either directly or through coordination with subject matter experts, to ensure employees acquire necessary and relevant skills and knowledge, eg. onboarding programs, skills development, functional and leadership development programs, etc. Facilitate interventions such as leadership retreat, strategic planning as appropriate and coach department heads, supervisors and individuals responsible for employee development.

·      Evaluate Training Effectiveness: Review effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance evaluations, and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.

·      Oversee Learning Management System (LMS): Implement and manage LMS or e-learning platforms to facilitate online and remote training opportunities.

·      Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all training programs adhere to industry regulations and other legal requirements specific to real estate industry.

·      Engage with Stakeholders: Collaborate with senior management, department heads and HR to align training initiatives with organizational objectives and needs.

·      Maintain Vendor Relationships: Manage relationships with external training providers and consultants to ensure high-quality delivery of training programs.

·      Prepare Reports and Documentation: Maintain records of training activities and provide regular reports / updates to management. Oversee and track spending against training budget.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HR, Education, Business or related field.
• Possess relevant certification in L&D (eg. ACTA, CPTD, coaching etc.) will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience. Currently as a L&D Manager or in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills, confidence and maturity to effectively interact and engage with all levels of staff.
• Demonstrate strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with attention to details.
• Positive, resilient and a strong passion for work, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and excel in a dynamic business environment.
• Proficient in MS Office and LMS, with familiarity in using virtual delivery platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.

We regret that only successful candidates will be notified.

Position Purpose

• Provide guidance and day-to-day training to staff within assigned area

• Carry out day-to-day operations in managing floor control to maintain & improve quality, service cleanliness & ambience

• Manage and coordinate activities with people, products and equipment to maximize sales and profit

Responsibilities

Restaurant Operations

• Lead a team of service staff within assigned unit by allocating tasks and roles for individuals in the service team

• Check readiness of restaurant for service day and brief service crew on staffing roster for service day

• Manage customer flow and seating arrangement

• Oversee the service rendered by the team to ensure it meets the quality, service, cleanliness and values standards and to address lapses in service quality when necessary

• Manage cash floats, audit rolls, and provide technical troubleshoot for cash register errors when necessary

• Ensure documentation of all cash shortage and surplus in record book and to tally payment collection

Restaurant Management & Planning

• Act as point of escalation for service crew regarding service issues

• Resolve day-to-day operation issues as and when it occurs and to provide support as necessary to ensure service crew are able to carry out assigned task

• Lead investigation and resolution of all complex customer complaints and/or feedback in a timely and efficient manner

Quality Assurance & Control

• Enforce restaurant quality, service, cleanliness and value standards

• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with all safety procedures and guidelines in the restaurant

• Implement corrective actions to resolve unsafe and/or non-compliant conditions and behaviors regarding personal and food safety

People Management

• Conduct induction for new hires to provide them with the necessary skills and information to carry out roles and functions

• Provide training to encourage role rotation amongst service staff

• Train and monitor staff in the company SOPs (standard operating procedures)

• Ensure workplace safety practicesPosition Purpose

• Provide guidance and day-to-day training to staff within assigned area

• Carry out day-to-day operations in managing floor control to maintain & improve quality, service cleanliness & ambience

• Manage and coordinate activities with people, products and equipment to maximize sales and profit.

Position Purpose:

• Prepare Authentic Japanese Cuisine

• Lead the kitchen operation team to prepare and deliver quality menu in accordance to concept offering.

• Oversee the implementation of processes and guidelines in Kitchen Operations

• Train & develop kitchen staff in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards.

• Position kitchen staff according to operation needs to maximize kitchen efficiencies.

• Manage quality and level of kitchen inventory as well as products delivered from suppliers.

• Understand food cost models and how these impact the profitability of the restaurants.

Responsibilities:

• Menu Execution and Delivery

• Understand food cost models and how these impact profitability of restaurants

• Supervise stations to deliver orders in accordance to defined cooking processes, recipe and health & safety standard

• Conduct final check on finished product to ensure that food quality and presentation are in accordance to specifications of the menu

• Kitchen Processes and Concept Development

• Manage kitchen inventory levels and quality by placing orders for all food and kitchen supplies based on projected store demand endorsed by chef; and upon delivery, check to ensure quality of delivered supplies

• To support the projection and ordering of food and kitchen supplies by providing inventory report detailing usage & stock level, wastage and product shelf life while considering sales pattern and kitchen storage capacity

• Oversee the setting up and cleaning of stations by staff

• Oversee workflow for stations to ensure that processes adhered to specifications and guide line and to provide recommendations to improve efficiency

• Quality Assurance & Control

• Investigate causes and reasons for customer complaints pertaining to food quality

• Oversee operations to ensure compliance with all safety procedures and guidelines

• Oversee preparation of all food in accordance to SOPs to ensure and maintain consistent food quality

• Oversee overall kitchen cleanliness and sanitary conditions and to ensure all kitchen equipment are in good working condition

• Take corrective actions to resolve unsafe and/or non-compliant conditions and behaviors regarding personal and food safety

• People Management

• Lead team by providing guidance, support and motivation

• Conduct induction for new hires to provide them with the necessary skills and information to carry out roles and functions

• Train and develop kitchen and kaiten staffs in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards while adhering to SOPs and workplace safety practices

• Carry out team management activities, including and not limited to appraisals, handling disciplinary issues and holding communication sessions in conjunction with immediate supervisor

• Carry out team management conversation with team members, including and not limited to doing appraisals and personal improvement plans in conjunction with immediate supervisor

Requirement:

• Must be able to speak fluent Japanese

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient running and profitability of the restaurant and for managing employees.

He/she needs to be able to lead as well as work as part of a team.

The job reports to the Vice-president, Area is accountable for average sales of S$250k per month depending on the size of the restaurant. Job Responsibilities:

•Daily roll call with employees to drive operations effectiveness and efficiency via cleanliness of the restaurant, accurate food order taking, servicing the customer, promotions etc •Proactively communicate to employees on KPIs on sales, service and food quality so that together each achieve more (TEAM) •Be fully knowledgeable with the restaurant operation and to efficiently manage the operation of all shifts •Communicate with Chef on guests’ requirements, and maintain a close and professional working relationship with the kitchen at all times •Maintain safety requirements at the restaurant •Ensuring compliance with licensing, hygiene and health and safety legislation/guidelines •Managing budgets • Manage stock levels of food and other related utensils and cutleries •Handle customers’ compliments and complaints promptly

•Deliver and present manpower and sales reports

•Suggest and recommend improvements to the running of the restaurant

•Administer and action daily mails, guest report lists, staff rosters, operations reporting and other paperwork promptly and accurately

•Be aware of the current business environment and to bring in sound ideas to increase sales, decrease spending, up selling orders and maximising guests spending where possible

•Communicate effectively with the other departments and colleagues, suppliers and contractors to ensure that all information is communicated clearly and follow up actions are coordinated well

•Assist in recruitment needs

•Responsible for induction training and on the job training of new employees and also newly promoted staff

•Appraise employees to reward and punish fairly

•Understand the need for training and development of employees and to take a proactive approach in training employees especially mandatory training like Basic Food Hygiene and Safety

Job Requirements:

•Preferably with Degree/Diploma in Hospitality related studies or with WSQ Certificate in F&B Operations / F&B Supervision / F&B Management

•Passion for excellent customer service

•Able to lead a team in a fast paced and demanding environment

•Possess good business acumen, results driven and highly organised

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Interested candidates, please forward your detailed resume as well reason for leaving (past and present employment, all last drawn salary please email to hrta@res.com.sg)

- Perm Hire Directly With Local Bank in Singapore

- Open to Diploma / Degree Graduates without relevant work experience/certifications in wealth management

- About the Department: The Retail function provides Personal and Business Banking customers with financial solutions tailored to their needs. We help them manage their money wisely and meet their financial goals through an extensive range of products and services. These include deposit, insurance, secured and unsecured loans, investment and wealth advisory services.

- Personal Financial Services:We design and provide products and services that empower our customers to enjoy greater banking convenience while they extract more value from their money. In particular, we are focused on promoting and developing healthy saving and investment practices across generations.

We are looking for driven individuals who...

• Enjoys front line sales
• Are motivated by rewards & recognition
• Desire fast track career progression

With a structured training program provided, you will...

• Create distinctive banking experiences for our clients
• Provide expert financial advice on our clients' wealth journey
• Leverage on our Bank's network to meet and achieve sales targets

Job Responsibilities

As a Personal Wealth Executive within the Personal Banking business, you will be responsible for rendering financial advisory to BANK'S mass-market customers. You are expected to achieve individual sales target while ensuring accurate and timely completion of the entire sales and compliance process.

• Provide prudent financial advisory and investment solutions to meet the financial planning needs and requirements of BANK's clients
• Develop and deepen relationships with clients who have been assigned to you
• Ensure proper advisory procedures and documentation while adhering to the Bank’s internal policies, business processes and regulatory requirements (i.e. FAA and other related statutory Acts)

Job Requirements

• A recognised university degree
• Results-oriented, dynamic and self-driven
• Competent in engaging and managing internal and external clients
• Proven ability to achieve sales target
• Resourceful and able to work with minimal supervision

About the Role
Do you have what it takes to drive our client's $ 20 million target?

At Aurelius, a Sales Manager leads from the front. You will run your own sales campaigns, manage your own team of Sales Executives, and take full accountability for results. For those who step into this role, it is the clearest pathway to running your own operation — your own team and your own sales campaigns.

If you have proven yourself in sales and are ready for the next level of ownership, this is where that journey begins.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and manage a team of Sales Executives, driving daily performance and team morale

• Run independent sales campaigns on behalf of our corporate clients, taking full ownership of targets and outcomes

• Onboard and develop junior sales executive into confident, field-ready sales professionals

• Coach and mentor your team through daily briefings, strategy sessions, and one-on-one development

• Report campaign performance and team KPIs directly to senior directors

• Identify new international market opportunities to expand client reach

• Represent Aurelius's standards of professionalism and integrity in every client interaction

Who We Are Looking For

• Minimum one to two years of sales experience, with some exposure to team leadership or mentoring

• A natural motivator who leads by example and holds their team to high standards

• Strong communicator — equally effective in the field with clients and in the room with your team

• Results-driven, accountable, and comfortable owning both wins and setbacks

• Hungry to build something — not just hit a quota

Prior experience managing a sales team is an advantage. Proven individual performance with a desire to lead will also be considered.

What You Will Walk Away With

• Hands-on experience building and leading your own sales team

• A deep understanding of how to run a full sales operation from recruitment to campaign execution

• Accelerated income growth tied directly to your team's performance

• Personal development and direct mentorship from the Managing Director to hone your team management skills

1 Year Contract

Location: Bugis MRT, Singapore
Salary: Up to $4,300/month
Working Hours:

• Mon–Thurs: 8.30am – 6.00pm
• Fri: 8.30am – 5.30pm

We are seeking a motivated HR professional to join a dynamic team at a statutory board. This role focuses on employee engagement, learning & development, and HR operations support, contributing to a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

Role Overview

You will support the planning and execution of HR initiatives that enhance employee experience, including capability development programmes, engagement events, and learning activities. The role also involves HR process improvement and coordination of end-to-end L&D operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement capability development programmes and employee engagement initiatives (e.g. townhalls, events)
• Design and support employee-centric communications and engagement materials
• Assist in HR operations including onboarding and employee engagement activities
• Support the end-to-end Learning & Development (L&D) cycle, including:Programme curationVendor sourcing and coordinationEmployee enrolmentPost-programme evaluation and feedback analysis
• Support HR systems and process improvement initiatives to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to ensure smooth execution of HR programmes
• Undertake ad-hoc HR projects and assignments as required

Requirements

• Relevant experience in HR, preferably in Learning & Development, HR development, or employee engagement
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Good coordination and project management abilities, with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g. Canva) is an advantage

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PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R25159218 (Teoh Ying Ying)

Every senior leader you admire made one decision early on that set everything else in motion. For many of our team leads, this role was that decision.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We're not filling a position. We're building the next generation of business leaders. This role puts you at the front line of client engagement for well-known brands — where you'll learn more about business, people, and yourself in 6 months than most people learn in 3 years behind a desk. The structure is real. The coaching is daily. And the people who do well don't just earn — they lead.

WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT FROM EVERY OTHER AD YOU'VE SEEN TODAY

• Day 1 ownership — you're not observing, filing, or fetching coffee. You're engaging clients and generating results

• Practitioner-led training — every mentor has done this role. No PowerPoint warriors

• A documented promotion timeline — we track your growth weekly and promote on merit, not seniority

• You work with brands that carry weight — established campaigns, recognised names

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF

• You're energised by human interaction and you handle rejection like a professional

• You want to develop skills that make you valuable anywhere — communication, strategy, leadership

• You can start within 2 weeks and you're ready to move faster than you expected

THE STRUCTURE

• 5-day work week — weekends are yours

• Daily coaching + weekly group development sessions

• Fast-track leadership pathway: Trainee → Team Lead → Assistant Manager → Director

• A culture that rewards performance, builds resilience, and treats people like adults

We'll share everything during the interview — the brands, the earnings breakdown, the full career path. For now, if this felt like it was written for someone like you, trust that instinct.

Job description

SPECIFIC

A. Contract Negotiation & Management

• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of research agreements including Sponsored research agreements Collaboration agreements Confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements Material transfer agreements Data sharing/data use agreements Clinical Trial agreements (if applicable) Research service level agreement

• Management contract lifecycle from initial request through execution and amendments

• Ensure agreements align with organizational policies, legal requirements, intellectual property (IP) frameworks and funding conditions

• Identify, mitigate, and communicate contractual risks

B. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, funder policies, and ethical standards (e.g. PDPA, research integrity requirements)

• Coordinate with legal counsel on complex or high-risk contract terms

• Monitor compliance with contract obligations and timelines

C. Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding research contact matters

• Provide guidance to researchers and project teams on contract processes, policies and best practices

• Collaborate with research administration, finance, legal and technology transfer/ Intellectual Property offices to support effective research operations

D. Process Improvement & Administration

• Maintain accurate contract records, databases, and tracking systems

• Contribute to the development of contract templates, tools and workflows

• Provide training or informational sessions to staff and researchers on contract-related topics

• Support strategic initiatives to enhance contract efficiency and reduce negotiation timelines

GENERAL

1. Plan and implement quality improvement activities for research. This includes ensuring regulatory and protocol compliance.

2. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor / Head of department.

3. Constantly evaluate and make continuous improvement to own work processes.

4. Actively participate as a member for quality improvement projects of Hospital-wide / Departmental level.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Degree or master's in research administration or related field

• Familiarity with clinical research agreements, technology transfer or commercialization processes

For interested candidates, please send your most recent and updated resume to sallytsin@recruitexpress.com.sg

WA me at http://wa.me/+6598326219 or tele me at @sallytsin

Tsin Chien Yee Sally
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Recruit Express Pte Ltd
EA License No. 99C4599

Start Date: May 2026

We are looking for a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented professional to join our team for a 6-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the execution of surveys.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity through validation and quality checks.
• Analyse collected data and present insights with actionable recommendations.
• Conduct research, including environmental scanning and literature reviews.
• Support reporting and documentation for policy and programme decisions.

Requirements:

• Background in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Behavioural Science, or related disciplines.
• Proficiency in R, Python, or other programming languages for data analysis.
• Strong skills in data analysis, visualisation, and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for environmental sustainability and research.
  

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Established in 2011 in a joint effort by the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), SMI develops strategies and programmes to achieve its mission with key focus areas in sectors such as port, shipping and maritime services. SMI charts the maritime research strategy and promotes greater industry-academia R&D collaborations to be undertaken in Singapore.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking for a Manager/Assistant Manager, to be part of our R&D team, to strive towards our Mission in establishing Singapore as a leading global maritime research centre of excellence in Next Generation Port, Smart Shipping, and Green Technologies.

You will support the Deputy Executive Director and work with a team of R&D managers to strengthen R&D collaborations between our maritime industry and academia partners.

The key responsibilities will include:

Strategy Planning

· Map out latest developments and carry out gap analyses in science and technologies relevant to maritime domain, and identify new emerging areas for Singapore’s maritime strategic interests;

· Develop strategies, initiatives and programmes for the translation, deployment, commercialisation, and internationalisation of maritime R&D through engaging government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), Research Institutes (RIs), maritime companies and other relevant stakeholders

Initiatives and Programmes

· Plan and implement R&D programs and initiatives;

· Evaluate R&D proposals submitted or led by IHLs/RIs;

· Oversee and manage performances of maritime Centres of Excellence and Programme Partners;

· Manage awarded projects and budgets, including variations to budget/ project duration/ project-lead, collation of reports, and review of completed projects.

Engagement

· Engage potential overseas IHLs/RIs to identify synergies, coordinate maritime R&D collaborations, and facilitate multilateral R&D engagements for impactful joint initiatives.

· Engage companies in the maritime industry to understand their technology and business needs, partnering with key stakeholders to showcase local R&D capabilities, and facilitating research opportunities by harmonizing industry needs with local R&D capabilities;

· Drive partnerships between the research ecosystem and industry, and to catalyse technology commercialisation, focusing on industry collaboration projects and translation platforms in the maritime domain

· Plan and organise engagement visits to project partners

Other Duties:

· Oversee R&D processes to ensure compliance with established funding policies and procedures;

· Manage internal R&D capability development and resourcing;

· Represent SMI in R&D matters, when required or any other ad hoc duties assigned.

Qualification and Experience

a. Background in maritime, science or engineering fields with 3 years of relevant working experience

b. Experience in R&D strategy formulation, technology fore-sighting / road mapping, technology translation, and/or good working knowledge of the R&D landscape in Singapore.

c. Experience with grant governance and administration e.g. funding guidelines or compliance requirements;

d. Strong interest in applied science and technology R&D and research community engagement

e. Strong basics in computing, data science, and AI applications related to robotic or autonomous physical systems or industry-relevant problems are also welcome

Skills

a. Proficient in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Oracle Netsuite);

b. Good analytical skills, with an ability to take a strategic perspective when formulating proposals and recommendations;

c. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for effective engagement of senior stakeholders, partner agencies, IHLs/RIs and companies;

d. Proven planning and organisational abilities.