Job Description

What the role is:
Reporting to the Head of one of the regional country teams under the Country Engagement Group (CEG), the jobholder will work closely with local/global science and technology (S&T) partners across government bodies and in the industry, innovation and academia spheres to enhance public safety and security in Singapore. Specifically, the jobholder needs to strategically drive partnerships to (i) gain access to deep and critical technologies to build Home Team capabilities; and (ii) co-develop cutting-edge solutions in the engineering, digital and science domains to address Home Team challenges.
What you will be working on:

• Implement country-specific strategies based on HTX's partnership needs, interests and targets to advance Singapore's S&T agenda in public safety and security. This entails working closely with the Partnerships Strategy Management team under Partnerships' Policy & Strategy Group (PSG), along with HTX's divisions within the capability development, capability sustainment and capability planning pillars, as well as with MHA HQ. oIdentify and engage relevant partners in the government, industry and academia sectors to cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with S&T entities and personalities to drive learning and collaboration, as well as to build trusted networks. oWork with HTX's subsidiary, TechX Ventures/Hatch, to identify technologies from local and global startups and accelerate the development of innovations/dual-use technology solutions for the Home Team. oOrganise and execute effective strategic engagements between HTX (i.e. Senior Management and Directors of Divisions) and partners through platforms such as steering committees, executive connects, exploratory workshops, and technology-solutioning seminars, as well as other engagements in informal settings. oPlan Senior Management's overseas trips to the region under the team's purview to advance S&T partnerships. This involves putting up trip assessments and recommendations, curating trip agendas and trip delegations, as well as formulating briefs and talking points for Senior Management. oAnalyse and work closely with the Framework Governance & Development team under PSG to advance and concretise HTX's strategic S&T interests through targeted collaboration instruments, such as MOUs, frameworks and agreements. oMaintain strong oversight of S&T trends and developments in general, and specifically in countries covered by the regional team, to effectively curate and tap on partnership opportunities with entities that match HTX's and MHA's interest areas.

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications, preferably in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, Business, and/or Innovation/Technology management-related fields. o At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following: science and technology fields, innovation or project management, international relations, partnerships and collaboration, business development, intellectual property management. oRelevant experience in partnership building, business development, and account management, preferably in technology innovation. oRelevant experience with the public sector is an advantage. oIndividual with excellent organisational skills and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, effectively, and efficiently. oIndividual with strong interpersonal skills; able to connect and build relationships with stakeholders across different levels and cultural backgrounds. oAble to revise perceptions and improve ideas based on new information or contrary evidence. oIndividual with a keen interest in science and technology. oAdaptable to changes and able to embrace ambiguity. oA strong team-player and a problem-solver, always seeking to find effective and creative solutions. oAble to travel overseas. All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement. #LI-CW1

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX):
HTX is the world's first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore's frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.

Skills Required