Job Description

[What the role is]

We are looking for an individual who will play a key role in supporting the jobs and skills pillar under the Industry Transformation Map (ITM) for the Retail sector.

[What you will be working on]

Strategic Manpower Planning


Identify and assess key industry, manpower challenges and skills needs Engage strategic accounts and engage companies to diagnose gaps and identify opportunities Recommend the design of appropriate strategic human capital solutions based on industry or enterprises' business and manpower needs Support the industry's transformation, particularly referencing Jobs Transformation Map (JTM) and Industry Transformation Map
Stakeholder Engagement and Management


Establish and maintain effective relationships with strategic partners and stakeholders Collaborate with industry stakeholders including government agencies, associations, tripartite partners, programme partners to develop and implement relevant manpower interventions to address industry manpower issues Consult with employers to promote adoption of WSG programmes and progressive human resource practices to address their manpower needs Develop deep understanding of employers' hiring demands and recommend suitable manpower solutions to meet their needs Coordinate with employers on the hiring outcome and monitor closely on the sector hiring demand
Project Management


Plan and review budget requirements and ensure compliance to policies and processes Organise or support outreach and marketing events such as career events and industry engagements Track programmes' progress and analyse industry related information to evaluate and make recommendations for management decision making Support programme reporting through KPI monitoring, budget forecasting, and coordinate stakeholder meetings to ensure smooth implementation of industry engagement initiatives

[What we are looking for]

Requirements


Fresh graduates are welcome as training will be provided on the job
Knowledge/Skills


Awareness of government efforts relating to manpower, workforce or human capital interventions would be advantageous Strong communications skills and able to interpret and explain government objectives to stakeholders and enterprises Experience in industry engagement, account/ project management and/or consultancy roles is a bonus Strong networking skills and stakeholder management capabilities Good project management skills with ability to manage multiple stakeholders or priorities
Abilities/Aptitudes:


Detail-oriented and a strong strategic thinker Able to innovate and possess strong problem-solving capabilities Proactive in identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions Able to work well both independently and in teams * Highly adaptable and receptive to ambiguity and changes