Total 10 contract manager job vacancies in SG-Alexandra Agency Building

[What you will be working on]
This role will be responsible for orchestrating financial compliance, analysis and budgeting, procurement and business partnering for EDB’s overseas operations, and being involved in procurement and financial system management, migration and enhancement projects.  Candidate will also be required to be familiar with incentive guidelines administered by the EDB as well as knowledge in Enterprise Risk Management. 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Communicating with senior executives, Finance personnel, researchers and lead engineers to ascertain the status of financial incentives awarded to companies.

• Assessing the achievement of incentives conditions with on-site visit and documents review.

• Reviewing claims submitted by companies, for compliance with guidelines and award letters. 

• Ensuring service delivery in accordance with pre-defined service level agreements, from planning, fieldwork and reporting.

• Identifying gaps, leading and shaping policy framework from issues identified.

• Preparing periodic reports to senior management.

• Promoting organisational awareness on incentive governance and risk management.

• Act as a strategic business partner to EDB’s overseas operations, providing financial and procurement guidance and support. 

• Collaborating with various teams within and outside EDB to understand business challenges and needs, offering financial and procurement expertise to EDB’s overseas operations to facilitate informed decision-making. 

• Overseeing the procurement process, ensuring cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with policies and regulations. 

• Collaborating with IT team, vendors and stakeholders to define requirements and optimise system functionality and workflows. 

• Managing system testing, training, and deployment phases, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. 

• Developing project plans and timelines, monitoring project progress, identifying and addressing issues and risks, and reporting regularly to key stakeholders and management. 

[What we are looking for]
To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration; or equivalent.

• At least 3-7 years of relevant experience, preferably in the areas of procurement, budgeting, project management, governance and enterprise risk management. 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and project management skills.

• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills, results oriented and able to work independently and effectively under pressure or on multiple priorities and projects

• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills

• Leadership experience and knowledge and practices in Data Analytics and Tableau, SAP Concur and Workday will be an advantage. 

• Singaporean

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks from application date.

[What you will be working on]

• Overseeing the delivery of the critical infrastructure services such as server compute; network; and data centre services.

• Managing multiple IT infrastructure projects, from design; project planning; procurement; to project completion

• Supporting business users and the application team in their digital initiatives.

• Planning, designing, assessing and implementing new technology platforms.

• Assist in managing IT Core infrastructure budget and handling financial procurement activities

• IT vendor management.

• Ensuring all documentations are up-to-date.

• Performing periodic review and improvement of system capacity; system performance; access control; risks; compliance; and processes.

• Planning and executing business continuity plan, including disaster recovery.

• Acting as 3rd level support for infrastructure-related cases.

• Working with EDB’s Overseas Offices to provide 24x7 IT services 

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be:

• At least 5 years’ experience in managing and leading the projects on two or more of the following:

• Plan, Design and Implement of WAN/LAN Campus Networks for 1000 staff.

• Setup, configuration and maintenance of Microsoft platforms: such as Windows Servers, SQL Server, Hyper-V, SharePoint, TFS, SCCM and Active Directory Management

• Setup, configuration and maintenance of Storage and backup systems

At least 5 years experience in managing and leading IT Operations teams involving:

• Change Management

• Incident Management

• Problem Management

• Inventory Management

• Security and Patch Management

Experience with the following:

• Cloud Technologies

• Database and Storage Systems

• Next Generation Firewalls (NGFW)

• LAN and WAN networks (including Wifi )

• General Datacenter Technologies 

Experience on the following would be advantageous:

• Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure.

• Cisco Networking.

• Palo Alto, Checkpoint or Fortinet NGFWs

• MSSQL database

• Writing and maintaining PowerShell or Python scripting for administration purposes

In addition to the above, you will require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.

•  Proficient in written and spoken communication skills.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently when necessary, with a focus on prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Possession of the following certifications would be advantageous.

• CITPM / PMP certification

• CCNP certification

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification

• AWS or AZURE professional certification

• ITIL v4

• Only Singaporeans may apply

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date

[What you will be working on]

You will be part of a small but dynamic team within EDB’s Brand, Marketing and Communications division, focused on public communications to enhance EDB’s corporate reputation, positively shape perceptions of industries that EDB nurtures, and convey to local audiences the impact of EDB’s work on the Singapore economy and jobs. You will craft content and implement ideas for amplifying EDB’s work across a range of social media platforms to generate brand visibility and marketing leads, and also to drive audience growth and community engagement in Singapore and globally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute channel-specific strategies for LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

• Write effective social posts/ads in an authentic voice for EDB that grab attention and engage platform users.

• Create social content across static and animated formats including carousel posts, document ads and short-form videos (IG Reels, IG Stories)

• Run social media campaigns to build an engaged community and nurture brand ambassadors

• Provide onsite support at events including capturing video content

• Ensure that daily operations run smoothly, including managing the social media calendar; scheduling posts using social media management tools; ensuring the final published posts are properly rendered within each platform’s specifications; and community management

• Test, measure, and improve the effectiveness of social content, recommending creative iterations to optimise performance and help achieve business goals

• Social media reporting and competitive analysis

• Stakeholder and agency management

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be: 

• At least 3 years of B2B marketing experience, with an understanding of integrated campaign planning across channels

• Strong interest in social media, with excellent writing skills

• Experience in content creation, creative design and experience running campaigns across different platforms

• Knowledge and experience with video content creation, including writing, producing, and editing video productions using software such as Premiere Pro and CapCut

• Experience with social media management and analytics tools such as Sprinklr and Adobe Analytics

• Committed to excellence in project execution and adept at managing priorities and timelines

We welcome applications from Singaporeans and will review these on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of their application date.

[What you will be working on]

Marketing

As our marketing specialist for Japan and Southeast Asia (SEA), you will work as part of the team, with EDB’s International Operations, PR manager and appointed marketing agencies, to drive and execute an integrated marketing strategy to raise awareness of Singapore and generate and nurture leads amongst the business communities in Japan and SEA.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop the GTM plan for Japan and SEA based on understanding of EDB’s business and marketing objectives, including annual planning and management of budget for the execution of marketing work plans 

• Manage the day-to-day operations and reporting of in-market marketing initiatives, including paid media campaigns, events and other ATL and BTL initiatives

• Undertake content curation, layout and production of EDB’s in-market publications and website. This includes the identification of topics of interest or trending topics among target audience, and optimisation of workflows with vendors for content production and website maintenance

• Planning and management of physical, virtual or hybrid events organised by EDB

• Identify and coordinate with key multiplier organisations (including tax consultancies, inter-governmental and trade organisations) on joint-marketing initiatives to seed our key messages and generate leads

• Manage internal and relevant external stakeholders. This includes EDB’s appointed marketing agencies on the development and execution of EDB’s marketing strategy, and servicing business enquiries from new clients by sharing relevant marketing resources

• Support product owner of Event Management System GevMe to set up platform and train new EDB users

• Depending on the candidate’s interests and experience, there are opportunities to also develop our marketing strategy and campaigns for global sectors like tech founders and other geographies.

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be: 

• A university degree in any discipline

• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience. Candidates should have proven track record working in similar capacity, preferably with experience with the Japan market

• Results-oriented, with high level of initiative, drive and resourcefulness

• Fast and independent learner who can learn on-the-job and deliver quality work with limited supervision

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate well with different stakeholders

• Able to manage multiple projects while keeping to deadlines

• Fluent in written and spoken Japanese (at least JLPT N2 or equivalent) to effectively nuance our in-market messages

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as virtual communications software (including Microsoft Teams, Zoom)

• Singaporean

It would be preferred if candidate has the following:

• Strong familiarity and prior knowledge of Singapore  

• Work experience in B2B/ G2B marketing

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.

[What you will be working on] 

Responsibilities

In this role, your responsibilities will include driving initiatives in one or more of the following aspects:

Incentive development & administration

• Review, enhance and manage a suite of incentives to ensure governance and competitiveness

• Provide advice and work with stakeholders to co-solution incentive approach for their projects

Policy governance & competitiveness monitoring

• Oversee budget allocations for economic development initiatives

• Well-verse with international developments that impact Singapore’s economic competitiveness, primarily but not limited to, developments in various incentives/measures to encourage investments and/or trade

• Assess and develop perspectives on the impact of such developments and their relevance to Singapore, as well as formulate recommended responses for management and ministry stakeholders

Business process re-engineering & IT systems development

• Drive enhancements to business processes pertaining to the usage of incentives

• Develop recommended solutions to streamline and improve processes

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. IT, Finance, business users) to ensure successful implementation of such initiatives

[What we are looking for]

Requirements

To meet the challenges of this role, you must be a Singapore Citizen and have/be:

• At least 6 years of working experience, preferably in any of the areas mentioned above although experience in other areas can be considered as well

• Demonstrated aptitude towards policy design and system thinking, and strong analytical thinking to deal with complex problems

• Keen interest in current affairs, especially on global developments on tax and trade issues

• Possess a driven, self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and is a team player

[What you will be working on]

You will work closely with colleagues in EDB (e.g. Industry Groups, Industry Manpower  Division) and officers from other government agencies. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Understanding the energy supply chain and potential disruptions. 

• Developing the energy supply and distribution operational plans and pandemic preparedness plans. 

• Liaising with other government agencies and key industry partners to improve the energy supply chain resilience. 

• Supporting the management of additional resources appointed by EDB to audit and inspect EDB managed worksites. 

In addition, you will be involved in other Energy & Chemical (E&C) Industry Development work. You will work closely with internal teams in EDB, other government agencies, trade associations and companies. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Drive the industry development programs to ensure Singapore remains competitive for the E&C sector.

• Support in land master planning.

To meet the challenges of the role, you will have to:

• Stay informed about global and regional developments impacting energy supply and pandemic-related policies that companies are required to comply with.

• Understand the operations of inter-agency taskforces, establishing connections with key contacts across agencies for energy security and pandemic related issues. 

• Possess knowledge of how E&C industries work. 

• Be well-versed in the roles of various government agencies, trade associations and companies involved in energy supply, pandemic-related and E&C issues.

• Demonstrate adaptability to address to diverse work requirements, often with short timeframes, and effectively communicate instructions or changes to officers and/or counterparts in agencies. 

• Be able to be rostered to work during weekends during emergencies. 

[What we are looking for] 

• At least 1-3 years of relevant experience in coordinating large-scale projects across multiple stakeholders, including government agencies

• Supply Chain Management experience is preferred

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken 

• Strong organisational and data management skills

• Self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player 

• Singaporean

Applicants may expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.
 

[What you will be working on]

Account Management

• Serve as the main point of contact from EDB to a portfolio of identified conglomerate corporate clients and oversee end-to-end process of account development, project negotiation and execution, and client servicing

• Cultivate strategic relationships and build trust with key company executives

• Develop deep understanding of clients’ multi-faceted needs and operations to implement and execute coherent client engagement strategies

• Identify, negotiate and structure project opportunities to secure “win-win” outcomes for clients and Singapore

• Collaborate with other teams in EDB as well in other parts of the Singapore Government for project development and smooth execution of end-to-end account management process

Market Analysis

• Build sound understanding of multiple industry and business trends

• Lead and undertake initiatives or thematic analysis that are relevant to Conglomerates

• Pre-empt common issues faced by clients or that may potentially impact them, and recommend and implement solutions

• Provide input where relevant to appropriate teams in EDB and/or rest of Singapore government on policies or product/ service development (e.g. in incentive design, resource negotiation)

[What we are looking for]

• Ability to analyse in-depth different complex issues and put forth actionable solutions

• Keen sense of business acumen and experience in project management

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken; including ability and experience in engaging stakeholders within EDB and externally

• Self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player

• Singaporean

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.

[What you will be working on]

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

As part of an inter-agency office, you will be exposed to a diverse range of work and have the opportunity to work with various internal (government agencies, such as EDB, MinLaw, MOF, MAS, EnterpriseSG, ACRA, etc) and external (firms) stakeholders. At PSPO, you will be immersed in a fast-paced work environment, and are expected to be resourceful and independent in undertaking the following types of work: 
a)    Industry engagement & strategy development. Develop the house view and/or industry strategy playbook for the specific growth area(s), which can be at the professional services sector-level or sub-sector level (e.g. legal). Depending on the growth area, your work may involve: consulting with various internal and external stakeholders to elicit feedback and suggestions, conducting gap and data analysis, and using that to inform government interventions that may be required to address the gaps. 

b)    Securing mindshare through presentations. You may be required to present your research, analysis and recommendations at various governmental platforms to secure mindshare from senior management, and/or at external platforms where necessary. You may also be required to work with the relevant government agencies to translate such strategy into downstream initiatives and action. In addition, there will be opportunity to partner and co-develop industry-level solutions with industry and/or other government agency stakeholders to address transformation and capability development needs of the professional services sectors.

c)    Support for events and meetings attended by senior management / political office holders. You will have the opportunity to support specific events attended by senior management or POHs that are relevant to PSPO’s work. 
The PSPO team is based in the EDB office, and the team undertakes a hybrid work model.

[What we are looking for]

• At least 5 years of working experience in the professional services sector or held roles involving industry, strategy and policy development

• Strong written and oral communication and analytical skills 

• Ability to conduct in-depth analysis of complex issues and put forth actionable solutions

• Self-starter and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player

• Prior consulting experience and an understanding of the professional and financial services sectors would be an advantage

• Singaporean 

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.

[What you will be working on]

As a FRAP business partner, you will be responsible for supporting the IT division by providing advisory on their procure to pay activities. This role requires extensive cross-functional partnership with various stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Engaging with relevant internal and external stakeholders on:

• Budget management such as budget analysis/evaluation, budget preparation, monitoring and reporting

• Procurement activities such as policy formulation, co-solution and vetting of procurement requirement specifications and approvals for compliance with procurement policies, guidelines and processes.

• Financial reporting and management which include accounts payable activities such as payment review and processing, fixed assets and tax accounting as well as the use of data analytics to derive relevant insights and trends.

2. Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, while keeping abreast of policies, processes and key risks.

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration; or equivalent.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the areas of procurement, audit, and/or accounting.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and project management skills.

• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills, results oriented and able to work effectively under pressure or on multiple priorities and projects.

• Knowledge in either IT procurement, financial controls, and/or Government Procurement Instruction Manuals would be an advantage.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to deliver in a fast-paced environment.

• A keen learner with a strong drive for operational excellence.

• Singaporean/PR