Job Description

What the role is:We are looking for a motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment! Do you have the ability to effectively translate strategies and plans into policies and regulations, but do not wish to be desk bound all the time and look forward to working with stakeholders from different backgrounds to create vibrant places and precincts? Do you have initiative and yet do not shy away from being a good team player? If it\'s affirmative, then you have the attributes we seek. If you\'re interested in: \xe2\x80\xa2 Understanding how collective action and co-creation can lead to economic benefits and social transformation for a place, precinct and city; \xe2\x80\xa2 Contributing to positive changes through proactively engaging and interacting with the community, property owners, business operators and counterparts from other public agencies, and \xe2\x80\xa2 Experiencing a wide spectrum of roles and functions (e.g. from formulating place-making and place management policies and plans, project and event management to solving practical on-ground issues) - the unique value proposition of this post is that you\'ll get to deliver tactical short-term results, yet operate at a more strategic level to achieve longer term ambitions; then you should consider joining URA\'s Place Management Department!What you will be working on:

• Formulating policies and regulations to realise place-making and place management objectives, and create better and more successful places and precincts; \xe2\x80\xa2 Facilitating and supporting stakeholders in implementing their plans on the ground to achieve the desired outcomes; \xe2\x80\xa2 Monitoring the efficacy and efficiency of the policies and regulations and reviewing them as needed; and \xe2\x80\xa2 Undertaking other tasks that encompasses to varying extent the following: o Stakeholder engagement and community outreach; o Event/project planning and organization; o Capability and industry development; and o Contract management and leasing.

What we are looking for:

• A growth mindset, an open mind and grit. \xe2\x80\xa2 Good analytical ability and meticulous. \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, especially in influencing people across organisational boundaries. \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong project management skills. \xe2\x80\xa2 Effective team player. \xe2\x80\xa2 A good degree in law, social science, business, building and real estate or related fields. \xe2\x80\xa2 Experience in policy planning and formulation would be advantageous.

About Urban Redevelopment Authority:The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore\'s national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.

Urban Redevelopment Authority