Planner (Strategic Research)

Role overview

Singapore is continually reshaping its city so it can keep pace with changing aspirations, support economic growth, and respond to a shifting demographic profile. This role sits at the intersection of planning and research, with a focus on understanding upcoming challenges, developing practical solutions, and testing them in real-world settings.

What you will do

You will work on research and development initiatives that are intended to address real-world urban issues. The role involves scoping, investigating, and managing R&D projects in collaboration with researchers and other government agencies. You will also take the lead in running pilots and test-bedding new ideas, solutions, and outcomes generated from these projects.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate is a future-oriented planner who is curious, inventive, and comfortable working on problems that shape the built environment of Singapore.

Relevant background

• Exposure to or experience in urban and regional planning, architecture, civil engineering, transport planning, environmental studies, building, real estate, sociology, geography, economics, political science, gerontology, public health, or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in Singapore’s physical urban development.
• Strong motivation to work on ageing, public health, urban liveability, healthy cities, or closely related topics.
• Prior involvement in research projects, and in managing pilots or research work, would be advantageous.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt easily, take initiative, generate fresh ideas, and stay resilient when work becomes challenging.
• Strong analytical ability and writing quality.
• Presentation and communication skills that support effective collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional information

This is a one-year contract role. Any extension beyond the initial term will depend on work performance.