Manager/Senior Manager, Programme Ops & Control, Plans & Strategy

HTX is Singapore's Science and Technology agency that brings together diverse scientific and engineering capabilities to develop transformative, operationally ready solutions for public safety. As a statutory board under the Ministry of Home Affairs, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower the Home Team with cutting-edge capabilities. Guided by our mission to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage, we are committed to keeping Singapore the safest place on planet Earth. Responsibilities • Identifying, managing, analysing and translating business and financial information for MHA/HTX management on HTX’s overall performance and progress, identify trends/patterns, synergies, priorities and highlight issues and possible mitigating measures. This includes working with the team to manage a data hub to enable automation of data consolidation, analysis and reporting. • Monitor and review programmes/portfolio of projects, paying attention to pipeline and on-going projects, masterplans and KPIs. This includes managing and guiding internal stakeholders’ expectations on capability delivery through frameworks, processes, planning norms and structured engagements. • Work with stakeholders to plan, execute and refine project management and budgetary models, work with MHQ/HTDs to improve operational efficiency through the implementation of best practices and optimisation of available productivity tools. • Secretariat for the HTX’s Project Management Meeting chaired by HTX senior management which oversees S&T projects, discusses mitigating measures and directs project related matters. • Any other assigned duties for divisional/organisational forums. Requirements • Knowledge in budgeting and project management is preferred. • Possess excellent negotiation, writing, communication and presentation skills • Knowledge in using data analytics tools like Tableau, Python etc. • Knowledge in using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Clause and Gemini • Strong analytical capabilities, being able to take in multiple streams of information from diverse stakeholders and apply organisational perspective in digesting and presenting them. • Exercise intellectual flexibility and moving along a wide spectrum of perspectives. Moves easily between taking a broad, strategic perspective, and drilling down to develop a detailed understanding of key issues. • Meticulous, with good organisational skills. • Able to adapt to a dynamic work environment with evolving work scopes. • Generates innovative ideas and solutions to bring about increased effectiveness and efficiency to the organisation. • Relevant experience in the science and technology fields and project management will be advantageous. All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement. #LI-CW1