Job Description

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 in the global area. BizTech group focuses on driving industry adoption of frontier technologies, such as AI/Data, 5G and Trust Technologies, and work with the National Research Foundation, Institutes of Higher Learning and Research Institutes on upstream research and translation at scale.
The successful candidate will be part of the Tech Policy team that advances policy to drive adoption and commercialisation of emerging technologies in Singapore, strengthening resilience and capturing economic opportunities.
What you will be working on:
Scope:

• Provide expert guidance and support on technology policy related issues and development
• Be a thought leader on technology policies
• Direct research and analysis on technology policies and their impact on various stakeholder
• Develop strategies on the usage of emerging technologies based on research and analysis
• Align IMDA's efforts with broader national efforts, coordinating and cooperating across Government
• Identify relevant international forums, partners and support activities to amplify IMDA's voice and influence
• Communicate and engage key external stakeholders on related issues

Key deliverables:

• Strategic think-pieces and policy positions across BizTech Group's tech areas - AI, quantum, 5G/6G, trust tech, green ICT
• Updates on key developments and trends in tech policy areas
• Strategic narratives on BizTech Group initiatives
• Secure resources for BizTech Group's ambitions

What we are looking for:

• At least 10 years of experience in working with technology teams in policy, research and/or engineering
• 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
• International experience, industry experience and familiarity with the Singapore government highly valued

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Position will be commensurate with experience.
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About Info-communications Media Development Authority:
Info-communications Media Development Authority (www.imda.gov.sg) offers a rewarding career that gives you a front seat in the fast-changing infocomm media sector, where technology and content are shaping the way people view the world more than ever. We offer a wide range of opportunities, where talented individuals and teams can make a difference. Whether you are developing a telecommunications policy affecting consumers or spearheading a scheme to nurture budding media talents, each member of IMDA contributes towards driving innovation, enhancing productivity for economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Singaporeans. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA promotes and regulates the infocomm and media sectors.

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