(Senior) Development Partner, Innovation Ecosystem Development

What the role is

As a member of the IED team, you will collaborate with a dynamic group to develop and implement initiatives that empower startups and SMEs to innovate, commercialise solutions, and expand globally. You will work alongside internal partners to manage innovation and talent schemes, including StartupSG initiatives, Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programmes, and I&E Fellowship programmes. Join us in shaping Singapore's future through accelerating enterprise growth.

What you will be working on

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with programme offices and technical teams to integrate schemes into grant systems, collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to design and implement automated, efficient processes.

• Lead the review and enhancement of policy guidelines for StartupSG and GIA programmes, ensuring optimal support for startups and SMEs while balancing administrative efficiency with governance requirements.

• Optimise the operation of StartupSG schemes and GIA programmes, including monitoring programme partners progress, tracking project outcomes, and overseeing project audits.

• Build and maintain relationships with external partners to deliver tech-matching, innovation advisory, and talent development schemes.

• Contribute to high-impact projects that enhance the innovation ecosystem.

• [If deemed suitable] involvement in Innovation Group's cross-divisional data projects (including relational database management, data visualisation development, AI/ML recommender systems) or Open Innovation Calls implementation.

We provide a platform for continuous improvement and experimentation, enabling you to drive positive organisational change. You will gain comprehensive insight into the innovation support landscape and access numerous career development opportunities.

Key Collaborations:

• External accounting, audit and legal firms for enhanced governance and controls

• Internal account management teams for project structuring and grant disbursement guidance

• Senior management for governance and policy recommendations

What we are looking for

• A highly resourceful, digitally savvy self-starter with a background in Business, Engineering, Finance, Accountancy or Technology (other disciplines welcome)
• Strong knowledge of accountancy, governance, and/or risk management and internal controls
• Experience in financial statements, internal or operational audits is valuable
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal, communication and writing abilities
• Strategic thinking with robust analytical and reasoning skills
• Independent, detail-oriented and adept at multi-tasking
• Keen interest in Singapore's innovation and enterprise ecosystem