[What the role is]
Lead impactful programmes that shape Singapore enterprises growth
At Enterprise Singapore, we aim to build programmes to empower businesses to innovate, build capabilities, and succeed on a global scale. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Development Partner to lead the development and implementation of the new Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt). As part of the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce, BizAdapt was developed in response to support companies in adapting to the new tariff environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new policy, lead programme management, and directly impact Singapore's business community.
[What you will be working on]
Why Join Us
- Policy innovation through real-world impact: Innovate & shape policy through industry feedback
- Private-public sector collaborations: Engage EnterpriseSG's partners (e.g. law firms, consulting firms) to derive win-win outcomes
- Growth & leadership: Hone your leadership skills by mentoring and guiding a small team in grant policy and implementation
What You'll Do
- Overall programme lead for BizAdapt the go-to person for policy advisory and scheme implementation
- Engage EnterpriseSG's programme partners regularly to keep pulse on companies feedback/problem statements and refine policy parameters where necessary
- Oversee the evaluation of grant applications to ensure the assessment process is robust and fair
- Spearhead the system design and migration of the scheme to the new Business Grants Portal
- Balance driving impactful outcomes through BizAdapt with governance considerations
- Proactively track the adoption of BizAdapt by companies, budget utilisation and cashflow planning
- Conduct reporting on scheme utilisation and outcomes to MTI/MOF Lead review(s) to refine scheme parameters to adapt to evolving tariff environment
[What we are looking for]
- At least 5 years in a relevant policy or programme management role. Previous supervisory or leadership responsibilities a bonus
- Strong written, communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Prior experience in other software such as SQL and Superset a bonus
- Adaptable, proactive, and effective in navigating ambiguity and uncertainty
- A passion for public service, policy work and programme management
