[LTA-T&ID] DEPUTY / ASSISTANT MANAGER, INNOVATION & PARTNERSHIP at Public Service Division

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering, Technology, Science, Innovation, Business Management, Partnership Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Interpersonal Abilities, Curiosity, Collaboration, Project Management, Grant Administration

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

[What the role is] DEPUTY / ASSISTANT MANAGER, INNOVATION & PARTNERSHIP [What you will be working on] This role sits in the Innovation & Partnership (I&P) division, under the Technology & Industry Development Group in LTA. I&P division takes on an innovation broker role as the centralised InnoHub of LTA to promote open innovation. As a member in I&P division, you will work closely with internal stakeholders such as the Rail, Public Transport, Active Mobility, and Traffic and Road Operations groups in LTA to identify their needs, sharpen their problem statements, and pose challenge statements to help push frontiers. You will also meet external stakeholders from Institutes of Higher Learning, Research Institutes, and companies to understand their offerings and capabilities. With these understandings, you will help secure partnerships, collaborations and drive innovative solutioning using enablers such as the Land Transport Innovation funds and Urban Mobility Innovation grants and using agreement instruments. I&P division also manages the Land Transport Innovation Portal to engage the innovation communities, in addition to driving other communication strategies, which you will help shape. You are key in contributing towards transforming the land transport in Singapore to be ahead of the curve. If you are passionate and excited in pushing our land transport frontiers and shaping LTA’s innovation and partnership space, we welcome you! You will be working on Engagement and facilitation work with internal LTA groups to identify and develop problem and challenge statements. Partnership development work such as scouting, evaluating and engaging potential external partners for collaborations, including preparation of the partnership instruments. Stakeholder engagement work to build and sustain strong relationships to foster a continued culture of collaboration, and representing LTA at industry events, conferences, and networking sessions. Administration of innovation grants and funding schemes, ensuring proper grant governance. Facilitation and oversight of innovation projects from concept to delivery, including monitoring of KPI/ impact metrics, and reporting and presentations to senior management and stakeholders. Crafting high-impact written narratives and marketing materials to package technical projects in a clear, concise, and inspiring way – designed to captivate stakeholders and reflect the project’s strategic outcomes and achievement. [What we are looking for] Knowledge preferably in Engineering, Technology, Science, Innovation or Business Management preferable At least 3 years of working experience preferably in the Public Service Passionate in urban land transport research and technology Excellent written and communication skills Meticulous, with attention to detail Excellent interpersonal abilities, with an outgoing personality Experience in partnerships development and stakeholder engagement works with IHLs, RIs, and the private sector Able to thrive and multi-task in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to learn on the fly A curious and inquisitive mindset with a passion for uncovering and deep diving into engineering/technological domains to uncover root causes of problems and eager to identify hidden needs and spark innovative solutions. As part of the shortlisting process for the role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and / or undergo further assessment. http://jobs.careers.gov.sg The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore. Log on and take your first step towards a career that matters! Need help? Please click here for assistance. Our team will contact you shortly!

Responsibilities

The role involves engaging with internal LTA groups to identify and develop problem statements and securing partnerships with external stakeholders. Additionally, it includes overseeing innovation projects and crafting narratives to communicate project outcomes effectively.