Assistant Manager/Manager, Digital Access & Inclusion

About the role

This role sits within the Digital Readiness (DR) Group, which is building an inclusive digital society so that all Singaporeans can use digital technology actively, responsibly and confidently. Its programmes engage individuals, schools and communities across all ages to give them access to devices, digital skills and opportunities to explore emerging technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage IMDA's grant programmes under the Digital for Life and SG Partnership Fund, ensuring effective administration, governance and delivery of fund objectives.
• Develop projects with public, private and people sector partners by identifying community needs, shaping concepts, negotiating terms and defining measurable outcomes.
• Review and evaluate grant proposals, prepare recommendations, monitor project progress and outcomes, and oversee grants, claims and disbursements.
• Monitor fund utilisation, track key performance indicators and prepare regular reports on fund management and accountability.
• Serve as secretariat to the Digital for Life Fund Steering Committee, including preparing meeting materials, coordinating submissions and following up on decisions and action items.
• Manage key donor accounts and stakeholder relationships, ensuring timely engagement and clear communication.
• Support grant administration, governance, systems implementation and process improvement to ensure compliance, efficiency and proper documentation.
• Support Digital for Life events and partnership-building, including event logistics, partner engagement and raising awareness.

Required profile

• Background in economics, business administration, sociology, social work, political science or a related field.
• 4 to 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in the public, community, social service or charity sectors, or in grant administration, partnership management, business development or industry development.
• Strong planning and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Able to prioritise competing tasks, meet tight deadlines and work accurately and independently as well as in a team.

The position is commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience; only shortlisted applicants will be notified.