Total 7 programme director job vacancies in Sales / Marketing category in Singapore

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and align strategies to economic and national agenda (e.g. DxD Hub 3.0 in RIE2030 strategy), including strengthening linkages with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. MOH, clinical clusters in setting up satellite programmes).
• Translate overarching DxD Hub’s strategies into an action plan, coordinating across public sector and internal stakeholders and entities to achieve Enterprise’s desired outcomes.
• Set, monitor and report performance and tracking indicators for DxD Hub in alignment with National Platforms Co-ordinating Office and A*STAR Innovation and Enterprise (I&E) division and its operating units and in partnership with finance for financial targets.
• Establish and maintain corporate branding and public awareness of DxD Hub.
• Perform Divisional reporting and communications functions with stakeholders within A*STAR, governing and advisory boards, as well as other public agencies in the ecosystem.
• Review internal operational processes for possible improvements, in alignment with Enterprise and A*STAR best practices.
• Build capabilities of service platforms & drive realization of business outcome.
• Hires, motivates, develops, and retains key talent.
• Develop and deliver accurate reports of operational metrics to the CEO. Deliver monthly operation reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Science or Engineering.
• More than 6 years of relevant working experience. Experience in strategic and/or corporate planning would be an advantage.
• Possess strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Able to identify and contextualise stakeholder issues and manage them appropriately.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a team and guide the team to achieve their tasks. Able to work outside of organizational boundaries to engage external stakeholders as necessary
• Able to deliver results under tight timelines. Pro-active, quality conscious and results oriented.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

NATIONAL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING INNOVATION CLUSTER (NAMIC)

The National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC) is a national platform led by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), supported by the National Research Foundation under the Prime Minister's Office and the Ministry of Trade and Industry, together with Enterprise Singapore and the Singapore Economic Development Board.

NAMIC aims to accelerate the adoption of hybrid and digital additive manufacturing technologies under Singapore's Manufacturing and Economy 2030 Vision, helping industries transform towards innovation and high value-added manufacturing using sustainably sourced, nature-based designs and cradle-to-cradle on-demand manufacturing. NAMIC achieves this by focusing on value capture and creation through an industry sectoral engagement approach, leveraging public-private partnerships and R&D investments, supporting translational research, and accelerating industry test-bedding towards commercial scale-up. NAMIC continues to grow its international outreach, identifying and supporting deep-tech companies incorporating AM technologies seeking capital injection either through project joint-funding or its investor networks. More information can be found at https://namic.sg.

NAMIC I&E Fellowship Programme

NAMIC's I&E Fellowship Programme (IFP) will recruit numerous fellows throughout a span of three years and is a paid 12-18 months on-job training that enables technical professionals in any industry to gain Additive Manufacturing (AM) technical, operational experiences and business acumen in lab- and/or non-lab based roles. IFP covers areas such as project management, translational and commercialization business execution, and formal AM classroom and/or workshop trainings.

Be one of the AM Talents equipped with technical knowledge, business acumen, and operational experiences with access to varied career opportunities in the deep tech industry after the programme not limited to the following

• Tech commercialisation role - to bring research outcomes to market or scale existing outcomes
• Founder for Startup - to establish and operate new company with AM Technology, Solutions or Services
• Employee for Startup - to support in commercialising proprietary technology or bringing it to an investible stage
• Partner or mentor for Accelerator or Incubator - to perform technology due diligence, support startups in commercialising their technologies, or help startups scale and/or internationalise.

Who should apply?

• Individual who has passion in engineering and strong interest with deep technology in any industry verticals with few years of industry experiences (e.g. Engineer, Industry designer, researchers etc), or early/mid-career technical professionals.
• Individual who must be committed to complete the 12-18 months programme.

Applicant Eligibility:

• Candidates should hold a Postgraduate, Masters, Bachelors (with minimum 2 years of industry experience) degree or Diploma (with minimum 5 years of industry experience)
• Industry experience in mechanical, electrical, computer engineering or other engineering related fields industry. (Experience in Additive Manufacturing, Test and Certification, Digital, R&D, Technology, and/or Operations environment would be a big advantage.)
• Good organization skills, motivated, self-starter with ability to perform duties independently.
• Good communication skills
• High integrity, balanced self-starter, great due diligence.

NQO (National Quantum Office) is a national platform set up to drive National RIE quantum strategy. I&E in NQO is a key function driving the Quantum Innovation and Enterprise development agenda for Singapore.

NQO is hosted in A*STAR and the Office works in partnership with various stakeholders, such as NRF, MCI agencies, MTI / Economic agencies, A*STAR research institutions (RIs), Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), CQT etc. as well as companies to achieve value capture for Singapore in the form of new products and services, increased quantum company presence and activities, creation of valuable IP/TD and good jobs.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the Chief Innovation and Enterprise (I&E) Officer in developing and implementing a go-to-industry strategy for Quantum.
• Support various Quantum initiatives in achieving their I&E outcomes.
• Engage with relevant companies to understand their businesses, products, service offerings, and technology needs.
• Engage with local research performers in Singapore to understand their capabilities and relevance to companies.
• Facilitate industry partnerships with local research performers at an ecosystem-level through mechanisms such as research collaboration agreements.

Requirements

• >10 years of working experience in product development and/or commercialization in a deep-tech field related to Quantum (such as semiconductors, computing, AI).
• Keen interest in cutting edge science & technology
• Effective and thoughtful communicator
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Resourceful and able to work with minimal supervision, independently and in a team
• Willing, adaptable, and flexible to take on required/necessary tasks beyond the job description
• A self-starter and problem solver who can proactively address any situation
• Able to identify and contextualize stakeholder issues, and manage them appropriately
• Manage key account relationships

Job Description

· Discharge the duties of a Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) in accordance to the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act and the WSH (WSHO) Regulations.

· Develop/implement WSH management system and risk management plans pertaining to the research and general activities in the workplace.

· Develop/implement programmes to steer WSH culture, habits and norms of the organisation.

· Develop WSH training programmes and conduct safety trainings.

· Provide advice to Management with respect to changes in the Acts, Regulations, Codes of Practice and Standards, and make recommendations on any aspects of workplace safety & health and environment protection matters.

· Carry out WSH inspections and evaluate WSH non-compliance, unsafe work conditions and practices to identify WSH performance gaps.

· Facilitate the management of risk in the workplace, recommend, implement actions and review effectiveness of measures to improve WSH performance and control risks.

· Implement emergency preparedness and response plans and communicate plans to stakeholders.

· Conduct incidents investigations and make recommendations to address root cause of incidents.

· Act as the secretariat and facilitate the operations of the WSH committee.

· Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate safety measures into operations and collaborate with external agencies when necessary.

Job Requirement

· Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or related fields

· At least 7 years of proven experience in a similar WSH role.

· MOM registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer

· Extensive knowledge of Singapore's and International WSH Standards and Regulation.

· SCDF registered Fire Safety Manager, MOH certified Biosafety Coordinator will have an added advantage

· Self-driven, meticulous, analytical mindset with strong ability to multi-task

· Possess strong organisational and interpersonal skills

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Corporate Strategy and Business Development Team in SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF FOOD & BIOTECHNOLOGY INNOVATION (SIFBI), whose mission is to help establish Singapore as the Asian Innovation Capital for the fast-growing sectors for food for health and nutrition, and consumer care.

The Corporate Strategy and Business Development Manager will:

1. Manage key client projects and establish relationships with stakeholders
2. Coach and lead younger staff in the Corporate Strategy and Business Development team

3. Liaise with internal departments (e.g. legal, procurement, project management) to scope research collaboration agreements
4. Assist in developing project plans, scoping strategic roadmaps, assign responsibilities, manage budgets and risks, monitor and summarize progress of project

5. Work closely with other A*STAR SIFBI corporate strategy and business development team members to measure project performance, prepare reports for upper management and stakeholders
6. Work with SIFBI's scientific units to understand their capabilities and relevance to companies; and identify follow on project opportunities with key accounts
7. Represent SIFBI?s interest in meetings with potential clients and at external events

Officers can expect a diverse and varied career, developing skills in areas such as corporate strategy, business development, stakeholder management, leadership and a strong understanding of how to influence, communicate and lead to make an impact.

Individuals who are keen to see technology make a difference in industry and society, and who can handle the diversity and complexity of the business, government and academic worlds, will find a good fit with this role.

JOB REQUIREMENT

1. Degree in Physical/ Chemical Sciences, Food Sciences, Agri-sciences, Biosciences or a related field.
2. Some working experience in Food & Nutrition and/or biotechnology field is useful not necessary; a background in business development or corporate strategy would be useful
3. Good track record or prior experience in grant applications, stakeholder management, and implementation of strategies are desired
4. Needs a strong interest in technology and able to appreciate and quickly understand new technologies and provide market assessment and their potential to be applied in different business contexts
5. Effective and thoughtful communicator

6. Strong organisational and administrative skills

7. Resourceful and able to work with minimal supervision, independently and in a team

8. Willing, adaptable and flexible to take on required/necessary tasks beyond the job description
9. A self-starter and problem solver who can proactively address any situation

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

As lead of the DxD Hub?s Corporate Planning team:

1. Develop and align strategies to economic and national agenda (e.g. DxD Hub 2.0 in RIE2025 strategy), including strengthening linkages with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. MOH, clinical clusters in setting up satellite programmes).
2. Translate overarching DxD Hub?s strategies into an action plan, coordinating across public sector and internal stakeholders and entities to achieve Enterprise?s desired outcomes.
3. Set, monitor and report performance and tracking indicators for DxD Hub in alignment with Enterprise and its operating units and in partnership with finance for financial targets.
4. Establish and maintain corporate branding and public awareness of DxD Hub.
5. Perform Divisional reporting and communications functions with stakeholders within A*STAR, governing and advisory boards, as well as other public agencies in the ecosystem.
6. Review internal operational processes for possible improvements, in alignment with Enterprise and A*STAR best practices.
7. Build capabilities of service platforms & drive realization of business outcome.
8. Hires, motivates, develops, and retains key talent.
9. Develop and deliver accurate reports of operational metrics to the COO and CEO. Deliver monthly operation reports.

Requirements:

Qualification: Bachelor Degree. Additional credentials in Science/Engineering would be an advantage.

Work Experience: More than 6 years working experience. Relevant working experience in strategic and/or corporate planning, would be an advantage.

Technical Skills: Possess strong strategic and analytical thinking skills. Able to identify and contextualise stakeholder issues and manage them appropriately.

Soft Skills: Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a team and guide the team to achieve their tasks. Able to work outside of organizational boundaries to engage external stakeholders as necessary.

Abilities / Aptitudes: Able to deliver results under tight timelines. Pro-active, quality conscious and results oriented.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The role of the Senior Assistant Director, Resource Personnel (RP) is to support the Research Entity (RE)/ Principal Investigators (PIs) in managing the processes related to the management of core and non-core funding including budgeting, proper cost allocation and charging, making quarterly projections, making grant requisitions, liaising with the auditors of the grants, and submitting the requisite reports as required within the terms and conditions of the grants and reporting on the utilisation. In addition, the RP will support general RE administration. The SAD will also supervise 2 staff.

Job description:

• Be a strategic partner and support the key stakeholders on management of budgets and grants to ensure progress and sustainability of the institute
• Manage fund requisitions, audits and reconciliations of expenses
• Provide timely reporting, projections and tracking of budget and expenses
• Conduct statistical analyses of data, trends as well as analyse budget utilization.
• Ensure internal controls and financial procedures are in compliance with A*STAR Financial Policy and Procedures (FPP).
• Prepare annual and ad-hoc budget projections
• Monthly Access Control Review - iGrants.
• Supervise 2 RPs

Job Requirements:

• Educational background in Business Administration/Finance with at least 3 to 5 years of experience in resource or grant management, financial planning and analysis, as well as financial operations and reporting.
• Well versed in SAP GUI, Microsoft Office particularly Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint.
• Able to multi-task and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Resourceful and driven with high energy level.
• Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines.
• Willing to take on ad hoc additional duties, if required