Deputy/Assistant Director, Competitiveness & Grants

[What the role is]

You will be part of the team responsible analysing the competitiveness of Singapore’s financial sector and developing the financial ecosystem to support Singapore as an international financial centre. This includes the management and administration of the Financial Sector Development Fund (FSDF).

[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

You will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and needs of stakeholders, as well as the agility to respond to changes and developments. 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 notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.