Info-communications Media Development Authority

SM, Green Computing & Future Communications (Partnership)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 29 Jun 2026

What the role is

IMDA is spearheading Singapore’s drive to be a world leading Digital Economy. IMDA aims to empower our companies and workforce to harness the power of digital technologies to drive innovation and foster trust in an increasingly digital world.

We are looking for a Senior Manager who will play a pivotal role as part of a team in leading our Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) efforts in Green Computing and Future Communications Technologies, cross-domain research, and research to business development. The successful candidate is a highly motivated and independent team player who has experience in supporting research to business strategies, developing thought leadership activities for Singapore and orchestrating international partnerships through the RIE. He/she will have opportunities to collaborate with local and international research communities and international organisations, to drive technology thought leadership.

Join us in our journey and jointly architect Singapore’s digital future.

What you will be working on

Responsibilities

Work with internal stakeholders to develop research to business strategies in the areas of Green Computing and Future Communications Technologies, as well as cross-domain research that is aligned to national strategic interests.
Prepare RIE funding initiatives. Ensure funded programmes progress well.
Create impactful collaborations with Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and Research Institutes (RIs) in Green Computing and Future Communications Technologies, as well as cross-domain research.
Lead efforts to translate research findings into viable business opportunities.
Support international collaborations.
Support the senior leadership team in monitoring and contextualising global shifts and technology developments in Green Computing and Future Communications Technologies, cross-domain research, to make timely recommendations to drive policy, capture new value and/or pre-empt anticipated risks.

Qualifications and Skills

Holds at least Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in relevant field(s).
Familiarity with the RIE ecosystem.
Strategic thinker with collaborative attitude and a strong team player.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong presentation and engagement skills.
Strong stakeholder management skills to work with both local and overseas partners and stakeholders.

What we are looking for

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position will commensurate with experience.

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About your application process

This job is closing on 29 Jun 2026.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Info-communications Media Development Authority or the wider Public Service.

About Info-communications Media Development Authority

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.

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