The role as an Assistant Director in the Science and Technology Planning Division (STPD). You will support the strategic master-planning work in Science & Technology (S&T) for MSE Family (MSE-F). This ranges from managing the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) Urban Solutions and Sustainability (USS) Domain funds, supporting the translation effort for RIE projects and working with MSE-F agencies to develop S&T masterplans.
STPD uses S&T as an enabler to support the overall MSE vision of creating a sustainable, resource-resilient and climate-resilient Singapore. S&T topics are broad, ranging from water resources, resource circularity, climate adaptation, food security to applied AI in support of MSE-F mission.
You will be part of a dynamic team that drives the strategic translation of MSE-F research outputs into commercial and operational applications.
Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment
Assistant Director, STPD
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 23 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
As a member of the STPD team, your job scope includes:
• Support research translation strategy development through comprehensive reviews of business landscape, market trends and technology translation processes across MSE's sustainability domains.
• Manage the RIE USS Domain funds in conjunction with NRF and MND. This includes secretariat work, R&D management, reviewing funding proposals, and helping agencies translate their R&D outcomes to impact.
• Collaborate with MSE-F agencies to develop their S&T masterplans. This includes scoping content with key stakeholders, coordinating with IHLs/agencies and providing qualitative and quantitative analyses at various management platforms.
• Develop, operationalise and improve the MSE-F R&D Evaluation Framework. This includes the development and use of AI and digital tools to ensure adherence to the evaluation framework for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
What we are looking for
• A degree in relevant fields such as engineering, natural sciences or sustainability areas.
• Experience in the sustainability space would be preferred.
• Experience in R&D management and Government Ministry coordination work would be beneficial.
• Strategic thinking for overseeing multiple tracks of S&T development.
• Critical and logical thinking for assessment for funding proposals.
• Ability to write and present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Ability to develop AI and digital tools would be beneficial.
About your application process
This job is closing on 23 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 Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment
The Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) is committed to providing Singaporeans with a clean and sustainable environment, and safe and secure supplies of food and water. MSE’s key priorities are to ensure a sustainable, resource-efficient and climate resilient Singapore. Our three strategic directions include economic resilience, resource resilience and climate resilience.
We enjoy challenging and diverse careers, which are bound together by the common cause - making Singapore’s living environment among the best in the world. Everyone who works at MSE has a role to play in helping to shape our environment – not just for now, but for generations to come.
We are constantly on the lookout for energetic, pro-active and committed individuals to join us. Successful candidates can expect a fulfilling career with competitive remuneration package and comprehensive range of benefits, as well as opportunities for cross-deployment within MSE and our Statutory Boards as part of our holistic career development.
To learn more about us, please visit https://www.mse.gov.sg.
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