Manager, Strategy & Operations (IT, Public Sector)

The Opportunity

• Adecco is partnering with public sector to look for a Manager, Strategy & Operations
• Focused on driving operational excellence, strategic planning, workforce initiatives, stakeholder engagement, governance, vendor management, and transformation projects.
• The role will start out as a contract role.

The Talent

Required Experience

• Degree in any discipline.
• Experience in strategy, operations, programme/project management, PMO, corporate planning, consulting, organisational development, or related functions.
• Experience supporting senior leadership and managing cross-functional initiatives is advantageous.
• Exposure to vendor management, procurement, contracts, or advisory services is beneficial.

Key Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Excellent project management, planning, and coordination skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving outcomes with minimal supervision.

Preferred Background

• Experience in strategy, consulting, transformation, PMO, corporate planning, or operations roles.
• Interest in emerging technologies, digital workplace solutions, and GenAI.
• Exposure to knowledge management, organisational development, or workforce enablement initiatives.

Job Description

Strategic Planning & Operations

• Support the execution of strategic priorities and operational initiatives.
• Manage workforce planning, headcount tracking, and management reporting.
• Coordinate audit readiness, compliance activities, and governance processes.
• Organise employee engagement programmes, learning initiatives, and team events.
• Manage governance forums, including agenda planning, stakeholder coordination, and action tracking.

Vendor Management

• Lead vendor management activities, including procurement support, contract administration, renewals, and performance monitoring.
• Assess utilisation and effectiveness of external advisory and research services.
• Explore opportunities to enhance capabilities through emerging technologies and AI-powered solutions.

Digital Workplace & Knowledge Management

• Improve collaboration platforms, intranet portals, and knowledge-sharing systems.
• Design and enhance onboarding programmes and knowledge management frameworks to improve employee productivity and engagement.

Strategic Projects & Innovation

• Lead special projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Drive process optimisation, operational efficiency, and adoption of digital productivity tools.
• Support evolving business priorities through strategic problem-solving and execution.

Next Step:

• Send your updated cv at [Confidential Information]
• Email Subject: Manager, Strategy & Operations (Public Sector)
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Lim Jia Yi
EA License No: 91C2918
Personnel Registration Number: R24119814