The Assistant Director (Planning) will play a critical role in shaping and guiding the organisation's strategic initiatives and policy development. This person will work closely with the Deputy Director/Director and SIT Management to ensure the alignment of the SIT’s strategic objectives with its overall mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Corporate Reporting

• Lead institution-wide strategic planning and coordinate across divisions and clusters to achieve vertical and horizontal alignment of strategies, budgets and KPIs.
• Lead national and international environmental scanning, including PESTEL and competitor analyses, to identify emerging strategic opportunities and risks.
• Develop institution-level and cross-functional strategy papers and presentations for the Board of Trustees, senior management and engagements with ministries, government agencies, industry partners and international universities.
• Serve as deskhead to selected groups and divisions, working with Senior Management and their teams to drive strategic initiatives, change management efforts and institutional risk-mitigation controls.
• Monitor the progress of strategic priorities and intervene where necessary to support the achievement of institutional objectives.
• Develop institutional performance reports for the Board of Trustees, MOE and other national-level stakeholders to support SIT's funding and strategic priorities.

Policy Development and Analysis

• Lead research and analysis of policy developments and issues with institution-wide or cross-functional implications for SIT.
• Oversee the review and development of institution-level frameworks and policies that strengthen governance.
• Guide and oversee implementation of approved policies and frameworks across the institution.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and sustain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including MOE and other government agencies.
• Represent the division at relevant SIT committees and events.
• Lead communication and engagement strategies to engage SIT's leadership, clusters and divisions in the implementation of SIT 2034 and the SIT Scorecard.

Secretariat and Governance

• Lead secretariat teams supporting management committees chaired by the President, including overseeing the preparation and quality of meeting minutes.
• Shape and drive committee agendas to support effective decision-making and sound governance.
• Oversee the preparation and review of meeting materials and brief Chairpersons ahead of key meetings.

Institution-Level Events and Engagements

• Direct the planning and delivery of high-profile university events with institution-wide impact, including Board retreats and Ministerial visits.
• Lead after-action reviews and ensure key outcomes and follow-up actions are translated into SIT's workplans.

Team Leadership and Development

• Deputise for the Director/Deputy Director (Planning) at internal and external engagements when required.
• Supervise, guide and mentor junior colleagues working in project teams, including staff without a direct reporting relationship.
• Contribute as a member of the division's leadership team to key decisions and priorities.
• Lead or participate in divisional workgroups and taskforces focused on improving work processes and team engagement.

Job Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant experience with a proven track record in strategic planning, policy development and policy formulation.
• Prior experience or a strong understanding of the education sector and Singapore Government policy-making environment would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working directly with senior management and supporting high-level decision-making.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders and priorities concurrently.
• A self-driven and proactive approach, with a positive attitude towards innovation and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Leadership or supervisory experience would be advantageous.