About the role
The Senior Manager, Strategy and Planning will lead grant programme development, coordinate strategic grant calls, and oversee grant performance for the RIE Data System Enduring Datasets.
ResearchOnsiteRIE Trust Office
Key Responsibilities
- Design and structure the RIE Data System Enduring Datasets grant call for the entire grant life cycle.
- Work with A*STAR Office of Grant Administration (OGA) and other partners to implement and administer the grant, including secretariat support for the grant review committee.
- Provide active project management of funded teams and projects, ensuring strategic alignment of performance against RIE Data Systems objectives.
- Develop a comprehensive strategy and structure for the grant call, including grant criteria, application processes, evaluation frameworks, and funding mechanisms.
- Develop processes and SOPs for grant call implementation, including timeline development, stakeholder coordination, and process management.
- Monitor grant awardees' strategic performance against objectives and KPIs, conduct regular reviews, provide guidance, and escalate issues as required.
Requirements
- Minimum degree in relevant discipline such as Public Policy, Research Administration or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in grant management, strategy development or programme management roles.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing funding programmes or grant schemes.
- Strong project management and coordination skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management abilities with experience working across multiple organisations and coordinating complex partnerships.
- Experience in research funding, data initiatives or similar strategic programmes will be highly advantageous.