Assistant/Deputy Director (Digital Technologies & Media Department)

[What the role is]

• You will lead the strategic growth, positioning, and enterprise attraction for Singapore’s next-generation digital economy clusters within JTC’s premier innovation districts, including Punggol Digital District (PDD) and One-North. You will drive the development of a world-class innovation ecosystem across sectors in digital media and technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Fintech, Cybersecurity, and Smart City Solutions.
• You will work closely with government agencies, industry partners and research institutions to support the development of digital economy clusters and enable the growth of emerging technology sectors in Singapore.

[What you will be working on]

You will support the Director in driving initiatives across the following areas:

AI Strategy and Sector Development

• •Support the implementation of Singapore’s AI strategy by developing initiatives that strengthen key economic sectors and position Singapore as a global AI hub.
• •Work with government agencies, industry players and ecosystem partners to support the growth of AI and digital technology companies within JTC developments.
• •Identify opportunities to anchor leading enterprises and strengthen digital economy clusters within JTC estates.

Innovation Infrastructure Development

• •Facilitate the planning and development of innovation-ready spaces that support the testing, piloting and deployment of frontier technologies such as AI, robotics and drones.
• •Work with stakeholders to accelerate the transition of digital solutions from research and development to real-world deployment and commercial operations.
• •Support the development and positioning of innovation districts such as Punggol Digital District and One-North.

Industry Engagement and Account Management

• •Manage customer leases and tenancies across the digital technology and media sectors.
• •Build strong relationships with industry partners to understand their operational and growth requirements.
• •Develop marketing and positioning strategies to attract high-value enterprises and investments into JTC developments.

Ecosystem Development

• •Foster partnerships across industry, academia and research institutions to strengthen collaboration within the digital technology ecosystem.
• •Support ecosystem-building initiatives that promote innovation, industry collaboration and capability development.
• •Work with partners to address talent and capability gaps to support sustainable sector growth.

[What we are looking for]

Required

• •At least 10–12 years of relevant experience in industry development, digital economy sectors, innovation ecosystems, or related fields.
• •Experience working with government agencies, industry partners and research institutions .
• •Strong strategic thinking and project management capabilities , with the ability to drive complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• •Good communication and stakeholder management skills , including engagement with senior stakeholders.

Preferred

• •Background in technology, engineering, business, economics, urban development or related disciplines .
• •Familiarity with AI, digital technologies or innovation ecosystems .
• •Leadership experience in managing teams or cross-functional initiatives.