Description
GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government's capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.
The Assistant Director, Programme Management, MCCY role is responsible for the end-to-end planning, governance, and delivery of Ministry family-related digital programmes under the Ministry's purview. The role ensures programmes are outcome-driven, well-governed, fiscally responsible, and aligned with Ministry and Whole-of-Government priorities, while working closely with internal policy teams, delivery agencies, and external stakeholders.
Key accountabilities include:
- Programme Strategy & Planning: translating policy intent into clear programme objectives, outcomes, and delivery roadmaps for family-related initiatives
- Programme Governance & Oversight: establishing and enforcing programme governance structures, overseeing programme scope, timelines, budgets, and dependencies
- Delivery Management & Performance Tracking: monitoring programme performance against agreed outcomes, KPIs, and milestones
- Stakeholder & Partner Management: managing relationships with internal divisions, statutory boards, Whole-of-Government partners, and appointed vendors
- Resource & Financial Management: managing programme budgets, funding models, and resource allocations prudently
- Capability Building & Practice Development: strengthening programme management capability within the organisation through standards, templates, and best practices
The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience in programme management, policy implementation, or large-scale initiative delivery, with proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes with policy, operational, and/or digital components.
GovTech offers a purposeful career to make lives better, empowering employees to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Benefits include leave benefits, employee wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and a total rewards approach.