We are seeking a driven and committed candidate who has a strong interest in contributing to Singapore’s environmental public health, by assisting scientific Directors of the Environmental Health Institute (EHI) to manage research programmes. These programmes include chemical pollutants, indoor air quality, environmental surveillance, and others. The job will require you to work effectively with internal and external collaborators and to facilitate the translation of research into public health outcomes. It requires continuous learning to stay up-to-date with scientific developments.
National Environment Agency
Exec Manager/Manager/Asst Mgr (Scientific Programme Management Dept) – Contract
Fixed Terms
Closing on 02 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for the following:
- Coordinate the management of EHI’s multidisciplinary research programmes
- Manage EHI’s Intellectual Property portfolio and collaborative agreements
- Communication of research outcomes to a variety of stakeholders
- Planning and management of resources, including procurement and finance
- Development of collaborative agreements
- Design and manage procurement contracts
- Tracking of deliverables
What we are looking for
- Degree in relevant discipline or at least 5 years of relevant experience in an applied science research environment
- Experience in managing public health research project(s)/programme(s) will be an advantage
- Able to work independently and lead a team in a dynamic environment
- High capacity for strategic and scientific critical thinking
- Inquisitive, innovative, and resourceful
- Excellent management and organisational skills
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent command of spoken and written English
- Familiarity with budget management, government procurement, and collaboration agreements will be an advantage
About your application process
This job is closing on 02 Apr 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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.
About National Environment Agency
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg
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