The Digital domain is a key driver of economic growth for Singapore and is today a dominant reality for Singaporeans. However, along with the economic promise and ubiquity of digitalisation comes domestic and global challenges. One aspect is in the regulatory space, to ensure that our regulatory policies in both traditional telecom / internet and in the expanded scope of digital connectivity remain relevant, and constantly watch for tech trends and societal shifts in both domestic and international front, to formulate fit for purpose regulatory policies for the growth of our digital economy.  



The candidate will be part of a team that will help identify opportunities, incubate ideas and develop policies for the digital domain (ranging from telecom, internet and new digital connectivity and regulatory issues), and put forth forward thinking policies and regulations in digital technology and services to advance growth of SG’s digital economy.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake research, perform robust and deep analysis, and engage internal and external stakeholders, to establish sound policy positions (including legal and regulatory policy).
• Monitor the infocomm and digital economy environment in order to develop, recommend and implement short and long-term policies and regulatory frameworks, and propose the regulatory and strategic moves that IMDA should make or advocate in response.
• Present, advocate and demonstrate the validity of policies for implementation.
• Manage and ensure progress of the various work streams.
• Play an advisory role to other business units within IMDA regarding existing policy positions and new areas of policy work in the infocomm and digital economy space
• Participate and contribute to international platforms to advance Singapore's interests

Requirements:

• Background in Economics, Engineering, or Law. Other disciplines might be considered.

• Keen and demonstrated interest and understanding of technology, the digital economy and telecom / internet sector and its impact on economy and society – in areas such as technology developments, business and consumer concerns, social-economic environment in Singapore, international legal/regulatory developments, public policy
• Clear and good writing, with an analytical mind and the ability to communicate broad policy/regulatory ideas and granular details with clarity, brevity and coherence
• Strong team player, good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well across teams and organisations
• Self-directed, agile, and able to operate in an evolving and fast-paced environment

      

Position will commensurate with experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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Info-communications Media Development Authority (www.imda.gov.sg) offers a rewarding career that gives you a front seat in the fast-changing infocomm media sector, where technology and content are shaping the way people view the world more than ever. We offer a wide range of opportunities, where talented individuals and teams can make a difference. Whether you are developing a telecommunications policy affecting consumers or spearheading a scheme to nurture budding media talents, each member of IMDA contributes towards driving innovation, enhancing productivity for economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Singaporeans. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA promotes and regulates the infocomm and media sectors.