Manager/senior Manager, New Ventures

EDB

Singapore
Not specified (potentially hybrid or onsite based on the nature of the role)
Develop and execute new strategies
Drive corporate innovation and venturing
Startup partnerships
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager for its New Ventures division to drive corporate innovation and startup partnerships. The role requires experience in strategy development and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders to foster collaboration and growth in Singapore's innovation ecosystem

Job Summary

  • EDB New Ventures is the venture building arm of EDB, aiming to support the creation and scaling of high-potential new ventures from Singapore.
  • Responsibilities include building relationships with corporations, designing engagements, understanding industry trends, and collaborating with ecosystem players.
  • The role requires 3-6 years of experience in strategy development, account management, new business development, or partnerships, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager for its New Ventures division to drive corporate innovation and startup partnerships. The role requires experience in strategy development and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders to foster collaboration and growth in Singapore's innovation ecosystem.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and execute new strategies
  • Drive corporate innovation and venturing
  • Startup partnerships
  • Build and cultivate relationships with corporations
  • Design tailored engagements with corporations
  • Understand corporate challenges and industry trends
  • Work with private and public sector partners

Nice-to-have

  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity
  • Confident, resourceful
  • Independent but collaborative
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Key Requirements

  • 3-6 years of relevant working experience
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder partnerships
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Singaporean

Work Rights

Singaporean citizenship required

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