Full-timeOperations & management· Posted 8 Oct

Senior Assistant Director / Assistant Director, Strategic Planning & Impact

A*STARApply on company site

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Singapore

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Work mode: On-site
Experience: Experienced

About the role

This role sits in the Planning team of A*STAR's Innovation & Enterprise Group, reporting directly to senior management. The team shapes strategic initiatives and resource stewardship for the Group, and the position suits an adaptable professional who can turn research and enterprise priorities into actionable plans.

What you'll do

Develop and implement data-driven innovation and enterprise strategies that align with A*STAR's priorities and Singapore's economic and R&D agenda
Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, funding initiatives and performance frameworks, including designing and refining policies, procedures and guidelines

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Steward and optimise resource allocation across the Innovation & Enterprise Group

Frame and structure evaluative approaches to assess the effectiveness and relevance of I&E initiatives using quantitative and qualitative evidence

Engage and collaborate with the Group's Oversight Committee and stakeholders across A*STAR, industry, academia and government agencies

Lead or contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives

Support senior management in strategic platforms, including engagements with companies, public sector agencies and national research platforms

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Based in Singapore

Requirements

At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in strategic planning, corporate development, innovation management or industry engagement
Preferably experienced in sectors such as semiconductor, connectivity, advanced manufacturing, biotech, pharmaceuticals, medtech or energy and chemicals
Demonstrated experience using data, evidence and structured analysis to inform strategy, investment decisions or programme design
Strong understanding of Singapore's R&D ecosystem, innovation policies and enterprise development landscape
Demonstrated agility and resilience in complex, fast-evolving environments
Able to work effectively in dynamic, cross-disciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities

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