Assistant Director - Manpower Policy
Nicoll Curtin
| Company | Nicoll Curtin |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | Singapore |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
About the Company & Role
Our client is a government organization driving the development of Singapore’s future technological economy and workforce transformation.
This role plays a key role in shaping policies that support the growth of the technology sector, ensuring the workforce remains competitive and future-ready in an evolving global landscape.
This is a high-impact policy and strategy role within a central planning and strategy team, focused on shaping manpower policies for the technology and digital economy sectors.
You will work at the intersection of policy, data, and industry trends , translating insights into actionable strategies that influence workforce development at a national level.
Key Responsibilities
• Formulate and review manpower policies to support the growth of certain economy sectors
• Conduct research and analyze data to identify workforce trends, gaps, and emerging opportunities
• Translate insights into clear, structured policy recommendations for senior leadership
• Prepare high-quality papers and presentations for senior stakeholders, including leadership teams and key decision-makers
• Oversee the implementation of policies and ensure alignment with broader strategic objectives
• Collaborate across multiple stakeholders and agencies to drive coordinated outcomes
• Work closely with policy officers who can effectively contribute to cluster objectives
Requirements
• At least 10 years of experience in policy, strategy, or workforce planning , ideally within the public sector or closely related environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and distil key insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop teams
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• Familiarity with government processes, policy development, or regulatory environments is advantageous