Senior / Manager, Implementation Science (1 year contract)
[What the role is]
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to support the translation of behavioural and implementation science into real-world public health programmes at population scale. This role sits at the heart of HPB's Implementation Science department, where you will work closely with team leads and a diverse network of partners to turn evidence into impact. This unique opportunity allows you to shape how evidence-based health interventions are successfully translated from research to practice, directly contributing to national health priorities.[What you will be working on]
As a key member of the implementation science team, you will drive real-world impact by:
Building organisational capability in behavioural and implementation science by managing and coordinating behavioural science consultant engagements
Working with cross-functional teams to support the design, implementation, and evaluation of flagship programmes, ensuring smooth translation from strategy to ground operations
Serving as a key connector between internal teams, community partners and industry partners to maintain alignment and momentum across complex, multi-stakeholder implementation projects
Capturing implementation learnings to inform future programme phases and contribute to the board’s evidence base
[What we are looking for]
Required Qualifications
Good degree in any discipline; backgrounds in public health, behavioural sciences, psychology, or related fields are preferred
At least 5 years of relevant work experience
Strong project and programme management skills with experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders in complex organisational environments
Experience managing end-to-end engagement with external consultants and vendors would be advantageous
Clear and confident communication across diverse audiences
Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working with ambiguity, with a collaborative and iterative approach to implementation
Successful candidates will be offered a 1-year contract.
Skills Required
- Good degree in any discipline
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience
- Strong project and programme management skills
- Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders in complex organisational environments
- Clear and confident communication across diverse audiences
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with ambiguity
- Collaborative and iterative approach to implementation
- Background in public health, behavioural sciences, psychology, or related fields
- Experience managing end-to-end engagement with external consultants and vendors
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The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is a government agency responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. It undertakes investment promotion and industry development.
