Total 40 Director/C-Level Education / Training job vacancies in Alexandria, New South Wales

• Serves as the Deputy Director for the Plans, Training and Modernization Directorate of Distribution Operations, DLA Distribution, Defense Logistics Agency.
• Responsible for the creation and governance of the short- and long-term execution plans as well as contingency planning.
• Improves performance and mission through technology upgrades, coordination, development, and maintenance of logistical business and contingency plans to include supply chain integration, modernization of the network, and the training development.
• Executes the mission in crisis through exercises and implementing infrastructure upgrades at all the Distribution Centers.
• Negotiates the scope and objectives of various projects within the directorate subject to general agency policies and DLA Distribution operating requirements.
• Makes decisions on complex work problems presented by program managers and subordinate employees.

Starting at $139,395 Per Year (GS 14)

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector agency that fosters world-class scientific research and talent to drive economic growth to transform Singapore into a vibrant knowledge-based and innovation driven economy. For more information about A*STAR, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg

A*STAR is spearheading a series of Strategic Research & Translational Thrusts (SRTT) that harnesses its multidisciplinary expertise to undertake a focused research mission. Operating as a cross-A*STAR initiative, SRTTs are geared at delivering impact and outcomes in specific thematic areas. Led by the A*STAR Research Office (RO), SRTTs will be actively managed where the SRTT Programme Directors and research team members will be provided dedicated central support. Under the newly established Central Initiative Administration (CIA), A*STAR is recruiting a Manager/Senior Manager/Assistant Director for SRTT Programme Research Administration and Operations.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the overall administration, office management and operations of SRTTs, including research admin support (e.g., support Project Investigators (PI) in grant administration and reporting, ethics review, research software support, scientific advisory panel meeting logistics, etc.)
• Provide corporate and business service support to SRTTs, working with Corporate Group (CG) and Space, Infrastructure and Admin (SpIA) Partners and Research Institute (RI) admin teams.
• Craft, review, and implement business process workflows to achieve efficiency and optimization.
• Work with the Central Initiative Directorate (CID) team to manage and track the operating budget for supporting the SRTTs; this includes costs of SRTT staff training, development and engagement, engaging experts / advisors, CG support, and other costs that may not be directly attributed to specific SRTTs.
• Work closely with RO and other relevant stakeholders to formulate, communicate, and implement administrative policies and procedures, adhering to relevant A*STAR policies and guidelines.
• Onboard new staff and students, including visiting scientists/professors.
• Plan and prioritize to cater to the different needs of SRTTs.

Requirements:

• Preferably possess a BSc or BA in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 or more years of experience in research administration and operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and system thinking abilities, and good project management skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to build relationship and work across different functions and departments.
• Proficiency in data analytics is a bonus.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and execution-oriented Director of Sales and Marketing

to lead our growth initiatives. Based in Singapore, this strategic role focuses on driving sales and marketing efforts for new ventures, while establishing and streamlining marketing functions across the entire group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the sales and marketing strategy for our new international school and education programmes in Singapore.
• Establish a digital marketing department to integrate digital tools into the overall group’s marketing efforts.
• Align and streamline sales and marketing functions across the Stalford Education Group.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive brand awareness and student enrollment.
• Monitor market trends and ensure strategies align with the group’s growth objectives.

Qualifications:

• MBA, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in marketing, sales, or business development.
• Proven expertise in digital marketing and track record in driving successful campaigns.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple initiatives.
• Passionate about contributing to the advancement of education and growing with the company.

• As a Director of Religious Education at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties:
• Ensure that soldiers, reservists, authorized civilians, and family members are afforded religious education programs, which allow them to exercise their religious beliefs regardless of faith groups.
• Develop specific guidelines and directives for installation-wide implementation of faith groups and religious education programs/services.
• Exercise substantial initiative and judgement in establishing and implementing the religious education goals, objectives, and programs.
• Advise Chaplain on single to large multiple faith group installation matters of religious education and youth ministry.
• Assess resource needs and deficits in order to meet the needs of religious education programming across the installation.
• Develop program marketing and advertising for the installation with emphasis on religious education and youth ministry.
• Evaluate the installation training plan for religious education and youth ministry personnel to develop a training plan for chaplains, chaplain assistant and civilian personnel.

Starting at $73,572 Per Year (GS 11)

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, experienced, Senior Director to head the National Platform - Multi User Wafer Fab (MUWF).

Competencies

• Experienced in semiconductor, manufacturing fab ramp-up, management of semiconductor production fab
• At least 10-15 years of executive-level operational experience
• Strong initiative, self-driven, high creativity to develop and retain customers and industry partners.
• Ability to work as a team with various departments and stakeholders to achieve goals including providing guidance to encourage maximum performance and dedication.

Responsibilities:

• To be the face of the organization, responsible for giving the proper strategic direction and implementing a high-quality vision.
• To oversee all operations, functions, and activities of the MUWF as a national cleanroom facility.
• To ensure on-time, on-budget startup of the facility
• To liase with JTC and its appointed contractors and A*STAR support groups, and ensure good decisions are made
• To provide monthly and key milestone updates to A*STAR management and stakeholders on outfitting MUWF progress
• To develop the MUWF to meet its goals, increase partnership opportunities, accelerate translational research and drive economic outcomes
• To develop and implement strategies that help to achieve the facility’s mission and objectives
• To promote and facilitate the use of the facility for knowledge management, so as to accelerate research (aka “Central Kitchen”)
• To develop tailor-made processes to meet the requirements of R&D, industry partners and low-volume high-mix prototyping
• To manage effectively the operations and administrative affairs of the facility
• To make key decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals
• To oversee the facility’s financial and operational performance
• To implement sustainable 24/7 operations
• To ensure the facility is able to support the hosted research performers to do R&D, prototyping and (selectively) small volume production
• To assess and implement solutions for automating the facility
• To enable an appropriate level of data dashboards for our customers
• To be responsible for the selection of fab suppliers
• To be responsible for tool purchases, installation, qualification
• To create an environment conducive to intellectual and research growth
• To build and support a community of researchers to increase research opportunities
• To establish cross contamination avoidance rules
• To market and promote MUWF
• To market and promote MUWF to appropriate local and overseas companies, and attract them to take up space and collaborate with public sector research performers
• To manage space allocation to the hosted research performers from the public and private sector, including considerations of tenancy mix to reap synergies
• Manage stakeholders expectations and ensure partner satisfaction – grow and retain existing accounts by presenting new solutions and services to partners – farm existing partnerships.
• To secure funding for MUWF2

Join the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) to be immersed in cutting-edge semiconductor research. As a research institute within the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), IME bridges the gap between academia and industry. Our mission is to accelerate innovation in advanced packaging, piezoMEMS, SiC, RF/mmwave GaN, and photonics & sensors, and to develop talent and inspire in Singapore.

We are looking for a passionate individual to lead our Technology-Business Development (Tech-Biz) department. You will be responsible for leading the department to define and implement our strategies for technology-business development, account management, sales and marketing, and ecosystem development. If you"re excited about the future of microelectronics and wish to contribute to the development of Singapore’s innovation engine for microelectronics, we want you on our team!

Job Responsibilities

• Technology-business Development: Lead the department to define and develop strategies for technology translation.
• Customer Relationship Management: Lead the department to win and retain industry partners and customers for high-value and sustainable engagements.
• Sales: Collect, maximise leads and close customer collaboration projects.
• Marketing: Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote IME’s research capabilities to the industry. Represent IME at international conferences and exhibitions.
• Collaborate with Technology Development (TD) Teams: Partner with our "Technology Development" teams to craft robust value propositions for the industry and shape IME’s ‘go-to-market’ strategy. Detect, track and provide market trends and needs for the TD teams.
• Ecosystem Development: Liaise, coordinate and engage effectively with key internal stakeholders, including A*STAR’s Industry and Enterprise Group, other economic agencies and public sector agencies, to align efforts and achieve common goals for the Singapore semiconductor ecosystem.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Science or Engineering.
• At least 10-15 years of relevant work experience.
• Able to structure and negotiate collaboration agreements.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), marketing and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Results oriented, pro-active, and a team player.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
• Passion to develop Singapore’s semiconductor industry.

Join the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) to be immersed in cutting-edge semiconductor research. As a research institute within the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), IME bridges the gap between academia and industry. Our mission is to accelerate innovation in advanced packaging, piezoMEMS, SiC, RF/mmwave GaN, and photonics & sensors, and to develop talent and inspire in Singapore.

We are looking for a passionate individual to lead our Technology-Business Development (Tech-Biz) department. You will be responsible for leading the department to define and implement our strategies for technology-business development, account management, sales and marketing, and ecosystem development. If you"re excited about the future of microelectronics and wish to contribute to the development of Singapore’s innovation engine for microelectronics, we want you on our team!

Job Responsibilities

• Technology-business Development: Lead the department to define and develop strategies for technology translation.
• Customer Relationship Management: Lead the department to win and retain industry partners and customers for high-value and sustainable engagements.
• Sales: Collect, maximise leads and close customer collaboration projects.
• Marketing: Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote IME’s research capabilities to the industry. Represent IME at international conferences and exhibitions.
• Collaborate with Technology Development (TD) Teams: Partner with our "Technology Development" teams to craft robust value propositions for the industry and shape IME’s ‘go-to-market’ strategy. Detect, track and provide market trends and needs for the TD teams.
• Ecosystem Development: Liaise, coordinate and engage effectively with key internal stakeholders, including A*STAR’s Industry and Enterprise Group, other economic agencies and public sector agencies, to align efforts and achieve common goals for the Singapore semiconductor ecosystem.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Science or Engineering.
• At least 10-15 years of relevant work experience.
• Able to structure and negotiate collaboration agreements.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), marketing and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Results oriented, pro-active, and a team player.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
• Passion to develop Singapore’s semiconductor industry.

Job Description:

• Engage with companies and agencies to understand their businesses, product/service offerings & technology needs.
• Foster R&D collaboration between companies/agencies with researchers/research units in A*STAR SRTT, to drive impactful outcomes.
• Proliferate IP portfolio of A*STAR SRTT through technology productization, licensing or formation of new spin off.
• Work closely with industries and agencies to market the portfolio and research capabilities through collaboration and facilitate the technology transfer as needed.
• Work closely with scientists and principal investigators in determining the scope of projects, costing estimation, agreement drafting, and negotiation with industries and agencies.
• Provide management reporting support, market intelligence and facts gathering to facilitate decision-making and occasionally convinces others where strong interests exists to adopt new concepts and approaches.
• Analyse problems and ensure compliance to A*STAR practices and policies.
• Drive or support the development and execution of industry strategy for key R&D programmes under SRTT.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for team's action and decision.

Requirements:

• Master in Physical Sciences or equivalent.
• 5 years of industry/agency experience, with 3-5 years in a business development and/or technical strategic planning and execution role.
• Candidates with experience and knowledge in advanced scientific concepts and cutting-edge technologies, preferably in advanced computing, high performance computing, quantum , semicon/electronics, will have an advantage.
• Experience in project management in an R&D, Technology and/or Operations environment, interfacing with private and public sector agencies would be a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Pro-active, quality conscious, and results-oriented.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, experienced, Senior Director to head the National Platform - Multi User Wafer Fab (MUWF).

Competencies

• Experienced in semiconductor, manufacturing fab ramp-up, management of semiconductor production fab
• At least 10-15 years of executive-level operational experience
• Strong initiative, self-driven, high creativity to develop and retain customers and industry partners.
• Ability to work as a team with various departments and stakeholders to achieve goals including providing guidance to encourage maximum performance and dedication.

Responsibilities:

• To be the face of the organization, responsible for giving the proper strategic direction and implementing a high-quality vision.
• To oversee all operations, functions, and activities of the MUWF as a national cleanroom facility.
• To ensure on-time, on-budget startup of the facility
• To liase with JTC and its appointed contractors and A*STAR support groups, and ensure good decisions are made
• To provide monthly and key milestone updates to A*STAR management and stakeholders on outfitting MUWF progress
• To develop the MUWF to meet its goals, increase partnership opportunities, accelerate translational research and drive economic outcomes
• To develop and implement strategies that help to achieve the facility’s mission and objectives
• To promote and facilitate the use of the facility for knowledge management, so as to accelerate research (aka “Central Kitchen”)
• To develop tailor-made processes to meet the requirements of R&D, industry partners and low-volume high-mix prototyping
• To manage effectively the operations and administrative affairs of the facility
• To make key decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals
• To oversee the facility’s financial and operational performance
• To implement sustainable 24/7 operations
• To ensure the facility is able to support the hosted research performers to do R&D, prototyping and (selectively) small volume production
• To assess and implement solutions for automating the facility
• To enable an appropriate level of data dashboards for our customers
• To be responsible for the selection of fab suppliers
• To be responsible for tool purchases, installation, qualification
• To create an environment conducive to intellectual and research growth
• To build and support a community of researchers to increase research opportunities
• To establish cross contamination avoidance rules
• To market and promote MUWF
• To market and promote MUWF to appropriate local and overseas companies, and attract them to take up space and collaborate with public sector research performers
• To manage space allocation to the hosted research performers from the public and private sector, including considerations of tenancy mix to reap synergies
• Manage stakeholders expectations and ensure partner satisfaction – grow and retain existing accounts by presenting new solutions and services to partners – farm existing partnerships.
• To secure funding for MUWF2

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Please apply here: Imperial Global Singapore - Associate Director (sage.hr)

Imperial Global Singapore is Imperial’s formal legal entity in Singapore to undertake research and innovation projects in collaboration with universities, industry, government, and third-sector partners from across the Singapore ecosystem.

Hosted at the Singapore National Research Foundations Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE) and located at the National University of Singapore UTown Campus, Imperial Global Singapore provides the physical and administrative infrastructure to extend Imperial’s research and innovation activities to Singapore and broader South East Asia. CREATE hosts interdisciplinary research centres from top global universities including other key strategic partners including CNRS, MIT, and TU Munich.

The Associate Director, Imperial Global Singapore works as part of the Imperial Global Singapore leadership team (with the Academic Director) to ensure the strategic development and operational effectiveness of the research and innovation centre in Singapore.

The post-holder will play a key role in developing Imperial Global Singapore as a regional hub for high impact partnerships covering research, education and innovation. This will involve representing Imperial within Singapore and the wider region, including engagement with alumni, advancement prospects, industry, government, and third-sector partners to forward Imperial’s strategic goals. The role holder will also support visiting delegation from Imperial, including logistics, itineraries, and event planning in collaboration with the International Relations Office, Advancement, and other teams at Imperial.

The post holder also has operational responsibility for all day-to-day non-academic activities of the centre, including research grant pre- and post-award activities, people management, financial management, and establishing and maintaining partnerships with funders and collaborating institutions. The Associate Director will also be responsible for line management of professional and technical staff, including their recruitment, appraisal, and development.

The position is based full-time in Singapore, at the offices of Imperial Global Singapore. For current Imperial College London employees, this opportunity is available as a secondment.

Key Responsibilities

• With the Academic Director and Leadership in London, lead strategic planning, people strategy and development, and revenue generation, developing and implementing a vision and strategic plan for the long-term success of Imperial Global Singapore.
• Support the development of the strategic plan of Imperial Global Singapore and contribute to developing and implementing a vision and strategy for the next phase of growth of the organisation.
• Collaborate with teams across Imperial to design and execute a dynamic programme of science and technology-focused events in region, showcasing research leadership, innovative founders, and accomplished alumni; host high-level visits from Imperial academics and leadership to connect with industry, investors and academic partners across diverse disciplines.
• Collaborate with the Advancement division to engage with alumni working in key science and technology sectors to leverage areas and connections for collaboration.
• Support the convening of an alumni advisory council for Imperial Global Singapore and leverage the collective advice and connections of this council to advance the university’' mission.
• Partner with various UK representative offices in the region and identify opportunities and resources to support university activities, including the, FCDO Science and Innovation Network Singapore, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), Department for Business and Trade and London (DBAT) and Partners. Highlight the strengths of the London and UK innovation ecosystem that surrounds Imperial College London.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day management of Imperial Global Singapore and Singapore-based research programmes, and its operations and administration, including support for programme Steering Committees and relationship management with the National Research Foundation.
• Operating within the global organisation, significantly support Imperial Global Singapore development through membership in the Imperial Global Singapore Strategy Committee and Advisory Committee.
• Establish and maintain close collaborative relationships with Imperial Global Singapore colleagues and partners across Imperial, other CREATE partners and other Singapore institutions, government departments, industry and other partners and key organisations.
• Represent Imperial in Singapore and wider South East Asia, including in meetings with university, government, industry, and third-sector stakeholders.
• Strengthen and develop partnerships with colleagues, identifying opportunities for cross-regional collaboration.
• Be responsible for the financial control of Imperial Global Singapore and the research programmes it supports.
• With the Academic Director and academic from Imperial, lead the development of new research programmes with collaborators in Singapore in coordination with researchers based in London.

Management

• Plan and manage the finances of Imperial Global Singapore, with responsibility for day-to-day financial operations, reporting to Imperial College London and Singaporean funders.
• Maintain effective administrative and support systems for Imperial Global Singapore to support its operations and integrate the systems and processes of Imperial College London.
• Ensure corporate governance systems are implemented and maintained.
• Oversight of Imperial Global Singapore contracting process with support from external and internal legal support.
• Develop and maintain Imperial Global Singapore’s risk register, implementing mitigating actions as required.
• Plan and oversee the support functions of Imperial Global Singapore, to ensure the effective day-to-day management of the operation.
• Plan and manage the finances of Imperial Global Singapore, with responsibility for day-to-day financial operations, reporting to Imperial College London.
• Develop and oversee effective ancillary services such as building services, provision and maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure effective delivery of IT services in consultation with Imperial ICT.
• Other duties as may be required for the operation of Imperial Global Singapore.

Job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Person Specification

Requirements

Candidates/post holders will be expected to demonstrate the following

Essential (E) / Desirable (D)

Education

Educated to degree level and/or professional qualification

E

Experience

Demonstrable track record of leading a highly effective professional services team within an academic environment

E

Extensive experience in the Higher Education sector or in a similar or related role(s) or substantial relevant experience in another sector, demonstrating development through involvement in a series of progressively demanding work roles

E

Experience in developing science and technology partnerships and networks

E

Proven experience of and ability to manage projects with experience of establishing new facilities/operations

E

Proven relationship management experience and skills

E

Significant proven staff management experience, with the ability to gain their support, motivate and develop them

E

Extensive experience of developing and managing financial and other resources, including preparing, managing and monitoring budgets, and the preparation and analysis of management reports to inform financial and strategic decision-making

E

Experience and self-sufficiency in the use of databases and computer systems, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

E

Knowledge

Particular knowledge and experience of:

• Funding body administration, processes, policies and governance
• Managing support staff within a scientific arena

E

Knowledge of Imperial College London and the UK Higher Education Sector.

E

Knowledge of the Singaporean and wider South East Asia research and innovation ecosystem.

D

Skills & Abilities

Proven leadership skills and ability to introduce new organisational methods

E

Outstanding organisational skills and demonstrable ability to plan strategically. Ability to identify and set priorities (both own and other staff) and work to deadlines.

E

Ability to generate innovative ideas and adept at finding solutions to improve and further both policy and processes

E

Proven analytical and problem solving capability

E

Proven people management skills, including team building, coaching, motivation, and managing performance

E

Proven communication and interpersonal skills with staff at all levels and high level of diplomacy

E

Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to develop and implement strategy and policy documents

E

Ability to create, develop and maintain an appropriately skilled, managed and resourced professional and technical team

E

Ability to transfer skills and knowledge to colleagues effectively

E

Proven communication and interpersonal skills with staff at all levels and high level of diplomacy

E

Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to develop and implement strategy and policy documents

E

Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Please apply here: Imperial Global Singapore - Associate Director (sage.hr)

A*STAR is spearheading a series of Strategic Research & Translational Thrust (SRTT) that harnesses its multidisciplinary expertise to undertake a focused research mission. Operating as a cross-A*STAR initiative, SRTTs are geared at delivering impact and outcomes in specific thematic areas. Led by the A*STAR Research Office (RO), SRTTs will be actively managed where the SRTT Programme Directors and research team members will be provided dedicated central support.

Under the newly established Central Initiative Administration (CIA), A*STAR is recruiting a Manager/ Senior Manager/ Assistant Director for SRTT Digital Communication & Content and Logistic Support Personnel.

We seek an enthusiastic and creative individual to join our team and contribute to A*STAR"s digital strategy. You will be required to perform multi-faceted duties, which may include the following areas: social media platforms management, content production and copywriting, website management support, social media and website data analysis.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the SRTT Director Corporate Services (DCS) overseeing the Central Initiatives Administration (CIA), the role includes but not limited to:

1. Digital Communication and Content Support:

• Manage social media accounts, including executing the platform’s strategy, overseeing the publicity pipeline, scheduling and posting content, and engaging with target audiences.
• Content conceptualisation and production, inclusive but not limited to articles, graphics, or videos. Align content with A*STAR messaging for our target audiences.
• Support the execution of the website strategy, design, development and maintenance.
• Work closely with SRTT Program Director / Scientific Program Manager to source impactful stories for our social media platforms and website.
• Monitor and analyse our social media and website performance to ensure they align with the digital strategy.
• Provide support for other digital communications projects and initiatives.

2. Event Organization and Logistic Support:

• Support the planning and organization of events, meetings, and conferences as required by the SRTTs.
• Provide logistic support for events, including registration and ushering.
• Coordinate the setup of event venues, manage attendee lists, and any other required tasks to ensure a smooth flow of activities.
• Handle correspondence, prepare documents, and manage office communications based on event needs.
• Handle Procurement / Finance related matters, e.g., Raise budget memo for approval, raise purchase requests, goods receiving etc.
• Schedule meetings (based on event needs), appointments, and conference calls. Resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure timely reminders.
• Book flights, accommodations, transportation, and other travel-related services for work trips for visiting scientists, Advisory board members, senior management and staff.

Job Requirements:

• Degree, any discipline with at least 8 years of professional experience in a similar capacity, including website and social media management and proficiency in content production and administrative or office management role.
• Apt knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and trends, as well as website programming language, operating systems and standards.
• Able to leverage on digital dashboards for monitoring and tracking (Power BI, tableau etc.) will be a plus.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills for good relationship management.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and good team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and able to present information in a logical manner.
• Experience in design and video software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator), Google Analytics 4, social media analytics and UI/UX design would be advantageous.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Reporting into the Divisional Director you will lead the performance of Ty Cwtch location, providing direct line management, support and guidance to a team of managers and allocated support functions in achieving quality, customer, financial and growth targets.
You will directly line manager the Service Manager as allocated by the Divisional Director, providing feedback and performance information to the Divisional Director as an when required.

Reporting into the Divisional Director your duties will include:
Quality and Governance

- Provide operational support to the Divisional Director and all services to achieve GOOD or OUTSTANDING ratings with the Regulator (Ofsted/CIW or country specific equivalent) utilising internal audits. You will be expected to take responsibility for a specified number of service visits and service audits (set as KPIs) which are to be managed by you in this role.
- You will implement the recommendations from the feedback of the children and young people, ensuring your Divisional Director has an overview of progress. It will be your responsibility to ensure improvements are achieved and maintained.
- Lead in your allocated area in driving improvement on all areas of quality performance – such as audits compliance, action plan completion, and other relevant quality metrics.

- Deliver service improvement via the effective management of complaints, compliments, and feedback, ensuring that lessons are learnt and shared.
- When allocated by the Divisional Director, manage and lead on complaints, with the aim to achieve a positive and complete resolution in line with policy.
- Ensure that the service action plans are embedded and driven to accomplishment. Support managers and liaise with the Support teams, facilitate and co-ordinate Quality Improvement. As an operations manager you will jointly own and implement the service improvement plans being a key member of the team linking with the managers and the Divisional Director
- Remove any barriers and ensure Managers have ready access to, and support from internal and external support services to achieve maximum performance against key goals and objectives. You are also responsible for ensuring Managers update and use the internal systems effectively and appropriately.
- Ensure the highest standards of care, customer service, hospitality and support are always delivered and evidenced.
- Have a good awareness of the Ofsted and CIW regulations, so that the Registered managers can be supported appropriately in readiness and during assessment processes.
- Ensure legal frameworks that ensure the children and young people we support are safe and/or court orders and enact conditions where this is appropriate.
- Represent the organisation in issues of safeguarding/LADO and attend meetings to work towards resolution of areas of concern.In some instances, as an operational manager, you will be required to lead and manage some cases, reporting directly back to the Divisional Director.
- Ensure that environments are safe, meet health and safety requirements, that all major areas such as fire and water are consistently tested and measured and that environments are of a decorative presentation in conjunction with people who live at the location.
- Work with the children and young people we support, their support and the circle of support around the individual to develop ways of hearing their voice to have best outcomes.
- Have a good working knowledge of the regulatory and legal frameworks relevant to the children’s and young people social care sector.
- To lead and over see your allocated location(s) in support of the regional director using data and IT systems such as power BI, Nourish, SharePoint etc.

- To work with the registered managers to support the staff team for each location to meet their excepted mandatory training and seek further support for specialist training appropriate to the children and young people’s needs as assessed and to monitor that training and skill development are part of the yearly development plan.
Financial and commercial
- Support the Divisional Director to achieve and exceed Regional EBITDA and KPI measures with emphasis on appropriate occupancy, the eradication of agency and direct cost controls- including the management of absence and staff turnover - you will be expected to have a working knowledge of the regional financial status and to report and action accordingly.
- Support the Divisional Director to Identify where capex and resources are needed to drive new revenue and quality improvements- ensuring a robust return on investment on any expenditure.
- Input to budgets, objectives and targets for each Manager and their Home, including new services and growth, ensuring occupancy targets are met and exceeded.
- Work with the managers and Divisional Director to ensure that that costs are managed in line with budget and identify opportunity for efficiencies.
- Support the Divisional Director to actively seek opportunities to develop effective commercial partnerships with key third party organisations e.g., Local Authorities, NHS etc. working with the Divisional Director to ensure that forecasting occupancy targets are met and admissions are planned in line with budget and admission process is followed robustly using Salesforce and other internal systems.

- Support the Divisional Director to ensure that homes are fully compliant with all company financial operating instructions, policies, and procedures.


Partnership

- Develop effective partnerships with key third party organisations e.g. Local Authorities, NHS, Ofsted/CIW/LADO always acting as an ambassador for Salutem Care & Education and external stakeholders.
- Assist the Divisional Director to identify opportunities for business development, including re-developments, new services, and partnership working with commissioners.
- To develop partnerships with key people in an individual’s life such as family members, advocates and commissioners of services ie social workers, nurses to enable an appropriate fee response to identified or changing needs

- As an operations manager working directly with the teams at each location allocated to you, you will need to be an effective communicator being a key link between your locations and the senior and executive management teams.


Regional and Divisional Strategy

- Assist the Divisional Director to create a strategic plan for the geographic region, to ensure sustained growth and re-purposing of services where they may not be fit for purpose.
- Support the Divisional Director and children’s division Senior management team to develop the Childrens Division Strategy
- Where a service may not be fit for purpose or have quality issues-be responsible for ensuring that a robust service improvement plan is implemented, working with the quality team and using support functions as required, keeping the Divisional Director appraised of progress or issues at all times.
- Undertake required level of monitoring of performance against all key performance criteria, with emphasis on compliance with all legal and regulatory standards, ensuring that monitoring is recorded on Nourish and other systems as required.

Effective people management and leadership


- The Divisional Director will oversee but you will be responsible for ensuring that robust supervision and development through personal development plans are in place for the managers you directly line manage and that all staff within your portfolio are supervised in in line with Salutem KPIs.
- You will adopt a coach and mentor style with your portfolio of Managers and teams to ensure they are supported in their professional and personal development and actively manage a talent pipeline to maintain management and leadership strength across the region, division and Salutem Care & Education as a whole - supporting with relevant succession and development plans with the managers you are allocated to as directed by the Regional Director
- Demonstrate commitment to staff retention and development, with effective reward & recognition and learning & development programs in all homes. As an operations manager, you will be working with the senior management team on implementing retention strategies to meet Divisional KPIs.
- Good leadership at all levels of the organisation, shapes its culture into one where people who use the services and the quality of care come first. You will be expected to regularly visit your services within the region and attend meetings nationally to ensure the effective operation and leadership of your region and homes allocated to you.

- In extreme circumstances and where no other solution is readily available, become the registered manager for a location to reduce the risk of any regulatory action.
- Actively seek opportunities within your role to develop your skills and knowledge within the multi-site and regional level.

This job description should not be seen as all encompassing, and the post holder will be expected to undertake any other responsibilities appropriate to the post as identified by the company.
The post holder will need to be able to travel and be available for flexible working in line with the needs of the region and division. Overnights stays are an essential element of the role.
Essential skills:

- Good standard of oral and written maths and English
- Strong inclusive leadership style
- First class communication skills, able to communicate at all levels.
- Confident problem analysis & judgment skills
- The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Skilled at implementing vision and direction of executive management in a way that staff at all levels will understand, helping them to see how their contributes to the achievement of those goals
- Experienced in managing people, finances and resources to demanding plans and budgets.
- Experience in multi-site management
- Must have worked in a health care environment managing resources and people, preferably in a matrixed management environment.
- Experience of managing in a heavily regulated environment
- Strong relationship building skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Quality & Customer Focused
- Attention to Detail, organised
- Responsive and flexible – to changing demands and priorities
- Celebrates success and performance manages in a supportive and constructive way following appropriate processes.
- Able to work under own initiative and under pressure.
- Problem solver
- Team player

Desirable skills:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Experienced in project management

Looking to be part of a high-performing, fun and caring team? Want to contribute to the betterment of public health? Join us as Assistant Director/ Senior Assistant Director of the Skin Research Institute of Singapore (SRIS) and A*STAR Skin Research Labs (A*SRL).

We are looking for an experienced Grant Administrator to assist the Deputy Director (Resource Management) and Director (Corporate Services) in grant administration and management from both the Grantor and Grantee perspectives. This is a hands-on role for a self-starter where you can expect to follow through on each grant project thoroughly and aim to become the expert in the institute for grant matters, e.g., relating to the SRIS Joint Research Grant and Skin Research Grant.

If you enjoy communication with stakeholders of different levels, are someone who has an eye for detail, enjoys detailed and thorough administrative work, and thrive in ever-changing environments, you are the one we are looking for! Send in your resume, we would be delighted to meet you.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to work with the Deputy Director (Resource Management) for the administration of the grant calls as part of a “Grantor role” which include, but are not limited to:

• Grant issuance including preparing for roadshows (logistics set up, preparing roadshow slides etc.), sending out emails to announce the grant call, ensuring all relevant documents such as grant info sheet, application form etc. are in place.
• Administering to the evaluation of grant proposals including issuance of appointment letters to the evaluation panel members, setting up evaluation meetings and ensuring timely renewal of memberships.
• Post grant call closure matters such as performing completeness checks, collating all complete applications, organizing proposal review meetings, compiling evaluation scores, preparation of meeting agenda, slides and recording of minutes, grant outcome announcement, preparation of Letters of Award, reporting templates, budget schedules etc.
• Perform the role of “Officer-in-charge” for the Grant(s): Verify and monitor claims for grant expenses for the Grant. Track the progress of the SRIS Grant to ensure timely submission of fund requests, progress and final reports. Check and process post-award grant variations and/ or budget virements. Track number of grant applications vs projects awarded for each grant call; manage funds disbursed/ utilisation to ensure sufficient budget according to approved budget utilization timeline. Put in place SOPs for the SRIS Grant pre and post award functions, including but not limited to setting grant criteria, putting up relevant documents, setting up a roadshow, timeframe for call to be open, evaluation panel set up, meetings set up, LOAs, FOAs, approvals required at each stage, timeframe of the entire process etc.
• Work with colleagues and Principal Investigators (PIs) for pre-award and post award management of a full suite of Grants (from A*STAR, NRF, NMRC etc.), from the Grantee’s perspective, which include, but are not limited to: Liaising with funders and collaborating institutions on grant-related matters. Supporting PIs in grant administration and reporting, and ensure compliance with grants terms and conditions. Monitoring project progress and fund utilization. Supporting PIs on budgeting and cashflow projections to facilitate submission of grant applications. Supporting PIs on grant variations such as budget virement, change in scope, grant extension etc.
• Assist in preparation of internal control measures including the required audits.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and presentations.
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain accurate and current records of grant information at all times.
• Put in place SOPs for the management of each type of grant (e.g. NMRC, NRF, A*STAR, foreign grants etc.) from pre-grant call to post grant call.
• Liaise with colleagues and A*STAR Finance in project accounts creation and activation for newly awarded grants.
• Provide secretariat and logistics support for A*SRL and SRIS meetings and events, including preparation of slides and minute taking, as and when required.
• Maintain records of membership tenure e.g. for Exco member, Steering Committee member, SRIS Researcher/ Affiliate etc, and put up for approval for membership extensions accordingly, including but not limited to the follow up of invites for membership acceptance, whether new or renewal.
• Other ad-hoc duties, assignments and projects as may be assigned by ED or Director, SRIS and A*SRL.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, or Business Administration, or Life Sciences, or related fields with at least more than 8 years of relevant experience in grants management
• Experience in budgeting and financial management will be an advantage.
• Quick, meticulous, resourceful, and creative problem solver who works well independently as well as in a team and under pressure.
• Uses sound judgment and demonstrates initiative in carrying out assigned duties.
• Highly organized and enjoys grant administration, documentation, management reporting and administration.
• Excellent communication skills: Able to clearly and concisely express technical and non-technical information in oral and written form to all levels in the organization.
• Strong negotiation and people skills.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities in a research environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and Powerpoint.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additionalselection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies maybe amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlistedcandidates will be notified.

Looking to be part of a high-performing, fun and caring team? Want to contribute to the betterment of public health? Join us as Assistant Director/ Senior Assistant Director of the Skin Research Institute of Singapore (SRIS) and A*STAR Skin Research Labs (A*SRL).

We are looking for an experienced Grant Administrator to assist the Deputy Director (Resource Management) and Director (Corporate Services) in grant administration and management from both the Grantor and Grantee perspectives. This is a hands-on role for a self-starter where you can expect to follow through on each grant project thoroughly and aim to become the expert in the institute for grant matters, e.g., relating to the SRIS Joint Research Grant and Skin Research Grant.

If you enjoy communication with stakeholders of different levels, are someone who has an eye for detail, enjoys detailed and thorough administrative work, and thrive in ever-changing environments, you are the one we are looking for! Send in your resume, we would be delighted to meet you.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to work with the Deputy Director (Resource Management) for the administration of the grant calls as part of a “Grantor role” which include, but are not limited to:

• Grant issuance including preparing for roadshows (logistics set up, preparing roadshow slides etc.), sending out emails to announce the grant call, ensuring all relevant documents such as grant info sheet, application form etc. are in place.
• Administering to the evaluation of grant proposals including issuance of appointment letters to the evaluation panel members, setting up evaluation meetings and ensuring timely renewal of memberships.
• Post grant call closure matters such as performing completeness checks, collating all complete applications, organizing proposal review meetings, compiling evaluation scores, preparation of meeting agenda, slides and recording of minutes, grant outcome announcement, preparation of Letters of Award, reporting templates, budget schedules etc.
• Perform the role of “Officer-in-charge” for the Grant(s): Verify and monitor claims for grant expenses for the Grant. Track the progress of the SRIS Grant to ensure timely submission of fund requests, progress and final reports. Check and process post-award grant variations and/ or budget virements. Track number of grant applications vs projects awarded for each grant call; manage funds disbursed/ utilisation to ensure sufficient budget according to approved budget utilization timeline. Put in place SOPs for the SRIS Grant pre and post award functions, including but not limited to setting grant criteria, putting up relevant documents, setting up a roadshow, timeframe for call to be open, evaluation panel set up, meetings set up, LOAs, FOAs, approvals required at each stage, timeframe of the entire process etc.
• Work with colleagues and Principal Investigators (PIs) for pre-award and post award management of a full suite of Grants (from A*STAR, NRF, NMRC etc.), from the Grantee’s perspective, which include, but are not limited to: Liaising with funders and collaborating institutions on grant-related matters. Supporting PIs in grant administration and reporting, and ensure compliance with grants terms and conditions. Monitoring project progress and fund utilization. Supporting PIs on budgeting and cashflow projections to facilitate submission of grant applications. Supporting PIs on grant variations such as budget virement, change in scope, grant extension etc.
• Assist in preparation of internal control measures including the required audits.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and presentations.
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain accurate and current records of grant information at all times.
• Put in place SOPs for the management of each type of grant (e.g. NMRC, NRF, A*STAR, foreign grants etc.) from pre-grant call to post grant call.
• Liaise with colleagues and A*STAR Finance in project accounts creation and activation for newly awarded grants.
• Provide secretariat and logistics support for A*SRL and SRIS meetings and events, including preparation of slides and minute taking, as and when required.
• Maintain records of membership tenure e.g. for Exco member, Steering Committee member, SRIS Researcher/ Affiliate etc, and put up for approval for membership extensions accordingly, including but not limited to the follow up of invites for membership acceptance, whether new or renewal.
• Other ad-hoc duties, assignments and projects as may be assigned by ED or Director, SRIS and A*SRL.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, or Business Administration, or Life Sciences, or related fields with at least more than 5 years of relevant experience in grants management
• Experience in budgeting and financial management will be an advantage.
• Quick, meticulous, resourceful, and creative problem solver who works well independently as well as in a team and under pressure.
• Uses sound judgment and demonstrates initiative in carrying out assigned duties.
• Highly organized and enjoys grant administration, documentation, management reporting and administration.
• Excellent communication skills: Able to clearly and concisely express technical and non-technical information in oral and written form to all levels in the organization.
• Strong negotiation and people skills.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities in a research environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and Powerpoint.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additionalselection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies maybe amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlistedcandidates will be notified.