Assistant / Deputy Director, Strategy & Plans Office

About the role

GovTech is the lead agency behind Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. Its Strategy & Plans Office (SPO) within Government Digital Transformation (GDT) is seeking an Assistant/Deputy Director to drive the strategic direction, development and implementation of strategy and plans aligned with GDT's goals. The role turns executive visions into actionable roadmaps and leads nation-scale digital transformation programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Turn high-level directives from senior leadership and GDT Exco into actionable strategies and roadmaps for digital government.
• Lead the strategic orchestration of key programmes such as the CIO Teams of the Future and the Ministry Family Digitalisation Plan.
• Design and run cross-agency strategic frameworks, planning sessions and strategic narratives.
• Define success metrics through OKRs and design workforce transformation strategies.
• Mentor high-potential Managers and Senior Managers in strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement.
• Engage Cluster Directors and CIOs to co-create cross-agency strategies.

Required profile

• At least 4 years in strategy, planning and/or digital transformation, ideally with public-sector or enterprise change experience.
• Understanding of digital transformation challenges, including technology adoption, operational challenges and workforce capability development.

Required skills

• Strategic thinking: synthesising information, anticipating implications and organising work and accountabilities.
• Stakeholder management and effective written and verbal communication.
• Collaboration across divisions and multidisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and programme oversight: managing a programme office, coordinating workstreams and coaching staff.

What we offer

• A total rewards package with leave benefits and employee wellness programs.
• Flexible work arrangements (subject to the job role).
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.