Assistant Director/ Senior Assistant Director, Tech-Biz Development, A*StartCent - Bukit Merah

Assistant Director/ Senior Assistant Director, Tech-Biz Development, A*StartCentral, VCG, I&E

ASC is seeking a Programme Architect to lead and drive entrepreneurship and market access programmes for deep-tech startups. It would include the need to cultivate and grow the community.

The objective would be to attract and prepare founders for deep-tech venture creation and spinoff. And accelerating the growth of deeptech startups.

• Develop and drive programmes that result in preparation of deep-tech entrepreneurial talents, formation of deep-tech startups, go-to-market and growth, including overseas expansion with consideration to supply chain, accreditation and investment
• Alliance and partnerships that facilitate deep-tech startups' market access
• Review and fine-tune the programmes and develop new ones where necessary
• Tracking of programmes' budget, outcome and output, including identifying entrepreneurial talents and partners
• Support incubation centre management, including facilities, safety, community and tenancy outreach and management.

• Degree in Business, Science or relevant degrees. Relevant Masters could be an advantage
• Prior experience and track record in developing and project managing deep-tech venture building programmes with clear learning outcomes is mandatory.
• Able to lead and manage a team to deliver key results for venture building programmes.
• At least 8 years of experience in incubation and entrepreneurship program management for deep-tech. This includes corporate innovation, ideation, startup incubation, or business acceleration and internationalisation
• Ability to navigate the innovation & enterprise ecosystem to cultivate community, and collaboration. This includes but not limited to founders, mentors, institute of higher learnings, IEOs, government agencies and service providers
• A team player and ability to handle ambiguity and able to transverse in various industry verticals
• A self-starter, independent and resourceful with excellent time management and ability to multi-task and prioritise work while being meticulous and organised
• Preference for individuals who have founded and operational experience in tech startups, raised funds, managed and grown teams, so as to be able to appreciate the mindset/ aptitude required for deep-tech entrepreneurship.

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.