Assistant Director / Senior Manager (Sector Development)

About the role

The Aviation Industry Division is looking for a senior professional to drive the development and transformation of Singapore’s air hub. You will shape policies, manage key stakeholder relationships, and oversee grant programmes that support innovation in air cargo and ground handling.

Key responsibilities

• Foster partnerships and provide account management for major aviation stakeholders.
• Formulate and implement industry development policies, especially for air cargo and ground handling.
• Develop, evaluate, and administer grant proposals that enable capacity building and service innovation.
• Prepare policy papers and presentations to articulate strategic directions.
• Collaborate with internal divisions and external partners such as EDB and JTC to monitor the impact of innovation initiatives.

Required profile

• Degree in any discipline, preferably Business, Economics or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience, including 2‑3 years in public policy, industry development or account management.
• Independent, resourceful self‑starter with strong stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Team player capable of working across public and private sector agencies.
• Meticulous, self‑motivated and resourceful.

Required skills

What we offer

• Initial 3‑year fixed‑term contract, with potential for permanent placement based on performance.
• Opportunity to influence Singapore’s aviation strategy and contribute to a future‑ready air hub.