Deputy Director - Singapore - Info-communications Media Development Authority

Info-communications Media Development Authority

Verified Company

Singapore

1 week ago

Posted by:

Wei Jie

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What the role is

IMDA is spearheading Singapore's drive to be a world leading Digital Economy. IMDA aims to empower our companies and workforce with digital technologies and enable Singapore to be a leading Digital Economy.

Join us in our journey and jointly architect Singapore's digital future.

What you will be working on

Develop research strategies in the areas of AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research that is aligned to national strategic interests. Prepare RIE funding initiatives and develop theories of success to drive the research programmes.
Strategise to create impactful collaborations with Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and Research Institutes (RIs) in AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research. Represent Singapore and/or IMDA in relevant research and technology forums and standards setting committees.
Drive international collaborations.
Support the senior leadership team in monitoring and contextualising global shifts and technology developments in AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research, to make timely recommendations to drive policy, capture new value and/or preempt anticipated risks.
Share our point of view of AI and Trust Technologies, Cross-Domain Research in blogs, social media and papers.
Mentor and coach the team. Instil a culture of curiosity, compassion, continuous improvement and continuous development.

What we are looking for

Holds at least Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
At least 10 years of experience in managing technology teams in research and/or engineering
At least 3 years of experience in RIE ecosystem
Strategic thinker with collaborative attitude and a strong team player.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong presentation and engagement skills
Strong stakeholder management skills to work with both local and overseas partners and stakeholders.

Position will be commensurate with experience.