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Urban Redevelopment Authority

Executive / Manager (Strategic Research)

Urban Redevelopment Authority

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 16 May 2025

What the role is

Singapore needs to undergo continuous transformation as a city to meet the changing aspirations of Singaporeans, and create opportunities for economic growth. Research would help us understand our challenges going forward, develop solutions and pilot them.

What you will be working on

You will be part of the grant governance team that will drive the following areas of work: • Formulate and implement the fund governance guidelines and disbursement policies that support organisational R&D strategies • Develop and administer knowledge management framework with respect to the administering and managing of R&D projects. • Review and optimise work processes (e.g., automating project management)

What we are looking for

Requirements • A good Degree in any discipline with at least 3 years of grant management/administration working experience • Good written and communication and problem solving skills. • Strong analytical skills, and planning and organisation abilities • Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team with different stakeholders

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.