Deputy/Assistant Director, Competitiveness & Grants (Contract)

[What the role is]

[What you will be working on]

Your role will include:

Strategy and sector development

• Monitor global and regional financial sector developments (e.g. macroeconomic, technological and sustainability trends) and assess implications for Singapore’s financial sector

• Formulate sectoral strategies and policy recommendations to strengthen Singapore’s position as a leading international financial centre

• Develop and track key performance indicators and metrics to assess sectoral performance and policy impact

• Analyse data to generate insights on competitiveness

• Engage relevant MAS departments and other external stakeholders (including industry players, consultants and other government agencies) to identify emerging issues and opportunities

Programme design and resource stewardship

• Drive the design, implementation and review of incentive schemes under FSDF

• Oversee end-to-end programme management, including project planning, execution and tracking of outcomes against scheme objectives

• Conduct budget planning and designing resource allocation frameworks to ensure prudent and effective use of FSDF’s resources

• Strengthen governance frameworks, processes and controls for FSDF’s schemes

[What we are looking for]

• Strong interest in financial sector trends and economic development work

• Demonstrated ability to synthesise complex issues and translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations

• Strong analytical, numeracy and problem solving skills

• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to engage senior stakeholders

• Relevant experience in strategy, policy, economic analysis or incentive design is an advantage

• Good writing skills, with experience preparing policy papers and presentations

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. This is a contract till December 2028. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.