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Senior Lead Professional Officer Smart Cities Innovation, SPICE RaPID

Our client is a leading firm in the higher education industry.

Job No: 3163      |       Advertised on: 2025-03-24      |       CIC: Victor Lo      |       Reg. No: R23118769
Job Location(s): East (eg: Kallang, Tampines, Changi)

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  JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is actively searching for a Senior / Lead Professional Officer (Smart Cities Innovation) (SPICE RaPID) to join their team!
If you are a dynamic individual seeking a new career opportunity, read further!

The responsibilities of this role are:

Lead Generation and Prospecting
  • Identify and target potential clients through various channels, including cold calls, networking and digital marketing.
  • Help identify and organize outreach events suitable for the Smart Cities Innovation group.
  • To identify new business opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with potential clients and driving revenue and projects growth.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy to drive Smart Cities innovation and revenue growth for the client.
  • Identify and engage potential industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions to drive Smart Cities Innovation projects.
  • Organize and participate in outreach events, workshops, and conferences to promote collaboration in smart urban solutions.
  • Develop business development strategies to secure industry partnerships and drive revenue growth through Smart Cities projects.
  • Technical professional who will work with local enterprises to frame projects, identify capabilities needed from the industry ecosystem, IHLs and centres.
  • Involve in industry engagements, help to bring in higher value-added and impactful projects for the centres in IHLs, Polytechnics and ITE.
Market Research and Analysis
  • Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in Smart Cities, including IoT, AI-driven urban solutions, digital twin technologies, and urban sustainability.
  • Conduct research to identify challenges and opportunities in urban development, positioning it as a key innovation partner
  • Project Management
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of Smart Cities innovation-related projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes.
  • Help PI secure funding for research and innovation projects through grant applications and proposals.
  • Monitor project progress and milestones, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
Client and Partners Relationship Management
  • Foster partnerships with businesses, government agencies, IHLs and other stakeholders to develop impactful projects that enhance Smart Cities Innovation outcomes.
  • Assist the team to develop and manage a pipeline of potential clients and partners, ensuring consistent progress toward revenue targets.
Professional Development and Expertise
  • Stay updated with developments in Smart Cities innovation, AI technologies, including new technologies, regulations, and industry practices.
  • Share insights and knowledge with students, researchers, and industry stakeholders through training and workshops

The ideal candidate will need to have the following qualities and experience
  • A degree in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Business or a related field. An MBA is preferred but relevant business development experience will suffice.
  • At least 5 years of relevant industry experience, with a proven track record in Smart Cities innovation or Marketing.
  • Strong knowledge of digital / AI technologies, resource management, and sustainable business practices.
  • Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
  • Experience in writing project proposals and grants will be an added advantage.
  • Extensive experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective 
  • Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in proposing company solutions to technical problems.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working closely with colleagues and potential clients

An exciting career awaits the right candidate! Click "Quick Apply" to register your interest now.

All applicants' CV will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  SALARY S$7,000.00 - S$9,000.00 per Month

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