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Assistant Manager / Manager, Strategic Planning & Scanning

Who We Are

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

About The Job

The Strategic Planning & Scanning department supports the university in strategy formulation and implementation, as well as enterprise risk management. The position will work in a team to support the integrated planning and enterprise risk management processes.

What You Will Be Doing

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Risk Management

  •  Risk identification and assessment, which includes horizon scanning, conducting risk perception surveys and facilitating risk discussions amongst Directors.
  •  Formulation of risk mitigation plans or workplans and resource budgeting to address business risks and opportunities with stakeholders, as well as tracking the implementation of such plans.
  •  Risk monitoring, which includes the formulation and monitoring of KRIs, as well as evaluating the impact of global and local risk events/developments on the university’s risk profile.
  •  Risk reporting to high level management on platforms such as Executive Committee meetings and Audit and Risk Committee meetings.
  •  Training to inculcate a culture of risk awareness.
  •  Stay current with industry trends and best practices in risk management.

Planning

  •  Support and facilitation of planning retreats, development of departmental strategy maps and corporate scorecard
  •  Drive annual cluster workplanning exercise, which includes supporting departments in the formulation of business cases/workplans as well as reviewing and assessing business cases/workplans for approval.
  •  Perform market and internal analysis to inform strategic decisions.
  •  Monitor implementation of key initiatives and review outcomes of implemented key initiatives.
  •  Manage innovation budget and optimise utilisation on projects with strategic impact.

Job Requirements

  •  Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field
  •  Minimum 2 years of experience in enterprise risk management / corporate planning
  •  Strong analytical, communication, problem solving and project management skills.
  •  Certification in Risk Management (IRM CERM, CRMP, ARIMI CERM etc.) or familiarity with ISO 31000 / COSO framework preferred.

What We Offer

At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career!

Besides that, you will also get:

  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
  • Medical Benefits
  • Flex Benefits
  • Family Care Leaves
  • Volunteer Service Leaves
  • Wellness & Recreation Activities
  • Lifelong Learning Opportunities
  • Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers

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