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A*STAR

Director, Strategic Planning

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeOnsitePosted 1 week ago
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About the role

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Join A*STAR, a world-class organization powering Singapore's scientific and economic future. We are seeking a proactive Director to lead the Strategic Planning Department, serving as a catalyst for change by conceptualizing, designing, and implementing high-impact initiatives alongside senior leadership while mentoring a high-performing team.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, bridging diverse views across the organization to drive common goals.
  • Lead strategic planning exercises, including strategy workshops, annual work plans, and the development of Corporate Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
  • Conceptualize near-term business initiatives and long-term strategic projects, aligning Corporate Group Divisions with broader organizational aims.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of officers, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous learning.
  • Craft and deliver concise briefings to senior leadership, translating complex data into clear policy papers and presentations.
  • Spearhead the implementation of digitalization and automation solutions, including GenAI, to build an agile corporate environment.
  • Design culture-shaping leadership retreats and town halls to forge powerful connections and build alignment across A*STAR.
  • Oversee the transformation of raw data into compelling visual stories to inform critical, data-driven decisions.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of working experience in strategic planning, corporate planning, or management consulting.
  • Proven success in managing and leading teams through complex and ambiguous work streams.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders (C-Suite/Director level).
  • Keen analytical mind capable of anticipating issues, planning contingencies, and ensuring high data accuracy.
  • Demonstrated resilience to maintain composure and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to conceptualize and drive organizational change initiatives.