About SGInnovate:
SGInnovate is a Deep Tech ecosystem builder and investor, backed by the Singapore Government. Our expertise and approach combines investments, talent development and community-building to catalyse the translation of emerging technologies into tomorrow’s opportunities. Through our flagship Deep Tech Central platform, we connect individuals, founders and companies to specialised resources and opportunities across all technological domains and stages of growth. Our portfolio of emerging tech startups comprises some of the most promising companies leading the commercialisation of research developed from Singapore’s RIE ecosystem. Connect with us at www.sginnovate.com.
Overview:
SGInnovate is looking for an Assistant Director/ Senior Manager / Manager to join our Partnerships team, as we build and scale Singapore’s Deep Tech ecosystem holistically. You will play an important role in developing the Deep Tech community in Singapore and beyond, engaging with startups and talent, corporates and investors, government, and international partners, and nurturing strong industry and partner networks.
Responsibilities:
- Build and drive strategy to engage the Deep Tech ecosystem through leading the development of communities of practice around key emerging/deep technologies.
- Cultivate and manage community, industry and international engagements and partnerships.
- Identify and engage with senior industry leaders to explore corporate innovation projects and catalyse corporate startup collaboration.
- Plan and execute community events (e.g. keynote talks, panel discussions, roundtables, pitches, networking events).
- Able to support the department head in contributing positively to the overall strategic direction of the partnerships team.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in industry engagement or business development.
- Knowledge and networks in Smart Nation and Digital Economy or Manufacturing, Trade and Connectivity sectors.
- Experience in stakeholder management and partnership development.
- Ability to design, plan and manage new programmes that contribute to SGInnovate’s objectives.
- Independent strategic thinker, strong leadership, communications, organisational, writing, and presentation skills.
If the above sounds like you and your dream job, send us your CV at [email protected] and let’s do a coffee chat.
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