157 Director Of Strategic Planning jobs in Singapore

(What the role is)

Science Centre Singapore seeks to promote interest, learning and creativity in science & technology through imaginative and enjoyable experiences, contributing to Singapore's human resource development.

We invite dynamic and passionate individuals to apply as Deputy Director, Strategic Planning & Partnership (DD, SPP).

(What you will be working on)

Reporting to the Senior Director, Engagement who oversees strategic planning, partnerships, marcom and place-making, the DD, SPP plays a pivotal role in shaping the leading enterprise-level strategy development and drive organisational transformation initiatives that advance our mission of promoting STEM education and engagement.

He/she will lead a small team to conduct research and scans, plan, monitor and review the organisation's strategic plans to ensure that the organisation remains at the forefront.

Working with various departments, he/she will also drive corporate partnerships for engagement, collaboration and sponsorship, and collaborate with agencies or consultants to deliver outcomes related to visitorship, revenue and outreach.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & Transformation

2. Drive the development and implementation of medium to long-term strategic plans while facilitating annual departmental work planning to ensure organisational alignment.

3. Lead transformation progammes that foster innovation, enhance productivity, and elevate service excellence.
4. Establish and monitor key performance indicators, providing strategic oversight of implementation progress.
5. Build and manage project teams to execute strategic change initiatives effectively.

6. Assess and develop internal capabilities to support transformation efforts.

7. Board Secretariat Support

8. Craft high-impact strategy papers and board presentations.

9. Orchestrate corporate workplan retreats and senior management updates.

10. Corporate Advancement and Partnership

11. Work with various departments to identify and cultivate strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities that create mutual value.

12. Lead the team to develop compelling sponsorship and grant proposals.
13. Structure and draft partnership agreements and memoranda of understanding.
14. Build and maintain a strong network to facilitate new and recurring partnerships.

(What we are looking for)

Tertiary education (Masters/Degree in Public Policy, Science, Business, Economics, Management or related field) or equivalent with at least 10 years of relevant experience in policy, operations work and organisation transformation. Proven track record in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Strong analytical, systems thinking, excellent communication, strong project management and organisational skills.

Understanding of STEM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is preferred.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Overview

This role will be responsible for leading the strategic planning and implementation of the university's goals. Key responsibilities include facilitating the university's strategic planning framework, coordinating short-term and long-term planning cycles across departments, supporting senior leadership in strategy formulation through executive meetings and retreats, and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track progress and performance.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Strategic thinking and planning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions
• Experience working with senior leadership teams

Benefits

The successful candidate will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation, generous professional development opportunities, and attractive welfare benefits.

Other Information

The role is part of a larger team that fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can contribute to the success of the university.

EV-Electric (EVe) Charging Pte Ltd is Singapore's leading EV charging solutions provider, a wholly owned subsidiary of Land Transport Authority (LTA), tasked with managing Electric Vehicle (EV) charger deployment for carparks across the island and supporting electrical infrastructure upgrades.

The candidate will report to the Director of Strategy and will oversee a diverse team across strategic planning and corporate functions. Overall, the job scope of this position could encompass some or all of the following areas:

Strategic Planning and Business Development

• Strategic Planning

o   Oversee and develop strategic roadmaps and plans to drive and optimise deployment of electric vehicle charging systems and electrical infrastructure upgrades

o   Monitor and research technology innovations and disruptors which may improve efficacy, or cause infrastructure obsolescence, and develop technological roadmap to guide EVe's future strategies

• Business Development

o   Develop medium-to-long-term business plans to increase revenue, lower cost, and expand revenue streams

o   Clinch new ventures and maintain accounts to improve EVe's profitability and operability

• Business Intelligence

o   Aggregate and organise data required for planning and operations, including maintaining, enhancing, and operationalising EVe's data platform/warehouse

o   Oversee data analytics and dashboarding efforts to meet organisational needs

Corporate Strategy

·    Corporate Planning and Finance

o   Oversee corporate planning cycles and processes, including KPI development and organizational performance tracking, enterprise risk management frameworks and business continuity planning

o   Oversee planning and execution of corporate secretarial functions, including corporate meetings, retreats and workshops

o   Oversee and provide insights for financial budgeting, reporting, and forecasting processes to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability, as well as ensure compliance with internal and external financial requirements

·    Marketing & Communications

o   Develop and implement an integrated corporate communications strategy that supports brand reputation, employee engagement, and stakeholder relations

o   Oversee internal and external communications, media relations, and crisis communication across various platforms

Job Requirements:

·    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

· years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in a senior position

·    Possess strong critical thinking, communication and facilitation skills.

·    Proactive, resourceful and able to multi-task.

·    Good analytical, communication and presentation skills

·    Good interpersonal and communication skills

·    Strong leadership with ability to lead, motivate diverse teams and manage changes

·    Ability to work under intense pressure and to multi-task effectively

·    Experience in both public and private sector environments is advantageous.

Deputy Director, Strategic and Corporate Planning - Job Description

EV-Electric (EVe) Charging Pte Ltd is Singapore's leading EV charging solutions provider, a wholly owned subsidiary of Land Transport Authority (LTA), tasked with managing Electric Vehicle (EV) charger deployment for carparks across the island and supporting electrical infrastructure upgrades.

The candidate will report to the Director of Strategy and will oversee a diverse team across strategic planning and corporate functions. Overall, the job scope of this position could encompass some or all of the following areas:

Strategic Planning and Business Development

• Strategic Planning

o Oversee and develop strategic roadmaps and plans to drive and optimise deployment of electric vehicle charging systems and electrical infrastructure upgrades

o Monitor and research technology innovationsand disruptors which may improve efficacy, or cause infrastructure obsolescence, and develop technological roadmap to guide EVe's future strategies

• Business Development

o Develop medium-to-long-term business plans to increase revenue, lower cost, and expand revenue streams

o Clinch new ventures and maintain accounts to improve EVe's profitability and operability

• Business Intelligence

o Aggregate and organise data required for planning and operations, including maintaining, enhancing, and operationalising EVe's data platform/warehouse

o Oversee data analytics and dashboarding efforts to meet organisational needs

Corporate Strategy

· Corporate Planning and Finance

o Oversee corporate planning cycles and processes, including KPI development and organizational performance tracking, enterprise risk management frameworks and business continuity planning

o Oversee planning and execution of corporate secretarialfunctions, including corporate meetings, retreats and workshops

o Oversee and provide insights for financial budgeting, reporting, and forecasting processes to ensure fiscalresponsibility and sustainability, as well as ensure compliance with internal and external financial requirements

· Marketing & Communications

o Develop and implement an integrated corporate communications strategy that supports brand reputation, employee engagement, and stakeholder relations

o Oversee internal and external communications, media relations, and crisis communication across various platforms

Job Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

· 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in a senior position

· Possess strong critical thinking, communication and facilitation skills.

· Proactive, resourceful and able to multi-task.

· Good analytical, communication and presentation skills

· Good interpersonal and communication skills

· Strong leadership with ability to lead, motivatediverse teams and manage changes

· Ability to work under intense pressure and to multi-task effectively

· Experience in both public and private sector environments is advantageous.

• Stimulate Constructive Debate : Works to stimulate the constructive debate and discussion needed for the development of great ideas that are born out of our hyper-bundled offering.
• Lead Integrated Insights : Leads the integrated insights and strategic planning group in a way consistent with the agency's goal of bringing a strong analytical foundation to uncover fresh and innovative insights and business opportunities and inspiring creative ideas.
• Support New Business : Actively supports new business where required.
• Deliver Deep Insights : Collaborates with senior clients and gives them deeper insights into the dynamics of their business through the development of disciplined and thorough sales, marketing and consumer research.
• Influence Innovation : Influences innovation and is receptive to new ideas and willing to challenge the status quo by bringing ideas to fruition.
• Drive Engagement Strategy : Understands and influences the engagement strategy. Leads the conversation about the ever-changing digital landscape, including social media and influences the 'idea stretch' process.
• Bolster Collaborative Relationships : Ensures strong collaborative relationships within the groups an externally with key agency and client partners to consistently elevate the quality of thinking ad ideas applied to the client business.
• Orchestrate Brand Planning : Orchestrate all brand planning, strategic planning and analytical activity on the brand/brands. Identify opportunities.
• Maintain Market Knowledge : Has a good working knowledge of the market and provides a broad perspective on the critical issues facing the client/brand.
• Generate New Insights : Generates new insights into the market, brand and consumer which add value and direction to the business.

• A good understanding of the market and its dynamics.
• Ability to drive strategic thinking and lead integrated insights and strategic planning groups.
• Strong analytical skills to uncover fresh and innovative insights and business opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with senior clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to influence innovation and challenge the status quo.
• Good understanding of the ever-changing digital landscape, including social media.

• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work with a talented team of professionals who share your passion for innovation and excellence.

Job Description & Requirements

EV-Electric (EVe) Charging Pte Ltd is Singapore's leading EV charging solutions provider, a wholly owned subsidiary of Land Transport Authority (LTA), tasked with managing Electric Vehicle (EV) charger deployment for carparks across the island and supporting electrical infrastructure upgrades.

You will support organisational effectiveness by coordinating corporate and financial sustainability planning efforts, facilitating leadership engagement activities, and strengthening enterprise risk management practices.

This role includes, but is not limited to:

· Lead the development of organisation workplan(s), aligning with strategic objectives and departmental initiatives.

· Work with business units to develop and/or refine enterprise risk management and procurement framework(s), as well as business continuity plan(s) in alignment with organisational needs.

· Plan, coordinate, and facilitate corporate retreats and workshops. Collaborate with management to shape agendas that reflect key organisational priorities.

· Work on analytical frameworks and insights to support long-term financial sustainability, including funding strategies and resource allocation mechanisms.

· Support corporate secretariat duties, such as managing internal governance committees or policy reviews.

· Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in any field.

· At least 2-3 years of working experience in corporate planning/development, enterprise risk management or corporate services. Familiarity with ERM standards (e.g. ISO is an advantage.

· Broad knowledge or keen interest in urban planning and sustainability-related fields, especially on EVs and charging-related infrastructure.

· Possess strong critical thinking, communication and facilitation skills. Experience in organising high-level internal events or retreats is preferred.

· Proactive, resourceful and able to multi-task.

Job Description

1. Strategic Planning

2. Develop and manage the company's long-term strategic plans.

3. Analyze market trends, industry developments, and internal performance to inform strategy.

4. Business Forecasting & Budgeting

5. Lead the annual budgeting process and multi-year financial forecasts.

6. Collaborate with finance and business units to align financial plans with strategic goals.

7. Monitor budget performance and recommend adjustments as needed.

8. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

9. Establish performance metrics to track progress against strategic objectives.

10. Prepare regular reports and dashboards for senior management and stakeholders.

11. Identify gaps and propose corrective actions.

12. Cross-Functional Coordination

13. Work closely with departments such as Finance, HR, Operations, and Marketing to ensure strategic alignment.

14. Support project prioritization and resource allocation across the organization.

15. Risk Management

16. Identify strategic risks and develop mitigation plans.

17. Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.

18. Executive Support

19. Provide insights and recommendations to the senior management team.

20. Prepare presentations and materials for board meetings and respective stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Economics / Finance / Business Administration / Management or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience in edible oils and fats manufacturing industry and possess over 5 years of experience in a corporate planning role within a Japanese business unit.
• Strong command of English and Japanese, with proficiency in both spoken and written Japanese (JLPT N1 level). Experienced in communicating with Japan HQ and handling business-level translations between Japanese and English.
• Familiar with Japanese corporate culture.
• Experienced in analyzing accounting items and managing large datasets using SAP, Excel (including Pivot Tables), and other tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally is needed.
• High adaptability, attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of global oils & fats market trends and regulatory landscape will be an added advantage.

At Hot Palette (Asia Pacific) Pte. Ltd, we proudly operate and grow the beloved Pepper Lunch brand worldwide. As one of Asia's fastest-growing fast-casual brands with over 550 outlets globally, our sizzling hotplates, bold flavours, and DIY dining concept have won the hearts of millions.

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Planning Manager to lead the development and execution of corporate strategies across the Hot Palette Group, ensuring global alignment, operational excellence, and readiness for IPO by 2026. This role requires strong leadership, cross-border collaboration, and the ability to transform insights into actionable strategies that drive long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead corporate planning initiatives including mid-term strategy, annual budget cycles, and forecasts across all operating companies.

• Partner with the CEO and business leaders to define and execute growth initiatives, including market entry, M&A, and new business models.

• Oversee group-wide financial performance monitoring, providing insights to drive profitability and efficiency.

• Standardise management accounting practices, KPIs and reporting formats across all entities.

• Manage corporate governance meetings (Board, Management, All-Hands) and prepare proposals for group-level decision making.

• Drive cross-company/global projects, including new entity establishment and expansion into new markets.

• Collaborate closely with Hot Palette Holdings in Japan on financial reporting, internal control, and IPO readiness.

Key Requirements

• At least 5 years' experience in Corporate Planning, Strategy or Finance.

• Proven track record in multinational or holding company structure.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• Strong business communication skills in English, with business proficiency in Japanese highly valued as this position is required to work with Hot Palette Holdings in Japan closely.

• Skilled in financial analysis, corporate strategy, and project management.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and change management skills.

Job Description:

Situated in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District, Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. is Rakuten's Asia Regional headquarters. Established in August 2012 as part of Rakuten's global expansion strategy, Rakuten Asia comprises various businesses that provide essential value-added services to Rakuten's global ecosystem. Through advertisement product development, product strategy, and data management, among others, Rakuten Asia is strengthening Rakuten Group's core competencies to take the lead in an increasingly digitalized world.

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services that empower individuals, communities, businesses, and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997 as an online marketplace, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content, and communications to approximately 1.7 billion members around the world. The Rakuten Group has nearly 32,000 employees and operations in 30 countries and regions. For more information visit

Summary:

We're looking for a dynamic Corporate Planning Manager to join our Corporate Planning Department. In this role, you'll drive strategic initiatives and support corporate operations across Rakuten Asia and its APAC group companies. You'll be involved in enhancing governance, implementing internal policies, coordinating key meetings, and act as a trusted partner between HQ and regional stakeholders. Your insights and analysis will help shape business development across the region.

Responsibilities:

• Business Strategy & Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and address business challenges to support operational efficiency.
• Corporate Operations Support: Guide and support group companies to ensure alignment with HQ standards and regional best practices.
• Governance & Compliance: Strengthen governance and compliance frameworks and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Policy Development: Draft, implement, and maintain internal policies that promote consistency and operational effectiveness.
• Meeting Management: Organize and facilitate key meetings, including Board of Directors (BOD), Annual General Meetings (AGM), and regional-wide meetings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between HQ and regional stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
• Research & Financial Analysis: Conduct market research and financial analysis to support strategic planning and business development.

Skills and Experiences:

Must Have:

• Minimum 10 years of working experience in corporate planning or related functions
• Experience managing subsidiaries at a Regional HQ or Global Headquarters, or expertise in FP&A, governance, or compliance
• Strong project management skills with broad knowledge of corporate operations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical, logical thinking and quantitative skills
• Able to converse in both English and Japanese, as you'll work closely with senior management and stakeholders based in Japan

Good to Have:

• Strong understanding of corporate secretary matters, including legal concepts, regulatory frameworks, and experience drafting board resolutions

Rakuten is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief, or age.

Languages:

English (Overall - 4 - Fluent), Japanese (Overall - 4 - Fluent)