A*STAR

Senior/Assistant Director, Strategic Planning

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeOnsitePosted 1 month ago

About the role

Senior/Assistant Director leading strategic planning, executive communication and digital transformation initiatives at A*STAR, driving near‑term business initiatives and long‑term projects, and interfacing with senior leadership and public agencies.

ResearchOnsiteStrategic & Corporate Planning

Key Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize and drive implementation of near‑term business initiatives and mid/long‑term strategic projects to achieve A*STAR priorities.
  • Bridge across Corporate Development and external stakeholders to align views and influence outcomes.
  • Craft and deliver high‑impact, concise narratives for senior management and public sector agencies.
  • Architect internal engagement platforms to build alignment across A*STAR.
  • Lead special assignments in digital transformation and process innovation, including reviewing policies, automating processes, and deploying GenAI solutions.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in strategic or corporate planning or related roles.
  • Proven ability to create executable plans and analyze data accurately.
  • Ability to maintain composure and perform under extreme pressure and tight deadlines.
  • Strong foresight to anticipate issues and develop contingency plans.
  • Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with digital transformation, process automation, and emerging technologies such as GenAI (preferred).