Manager/Assistant Manager, Research and Innovation Fund Management
About Us:
Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is at the forefront of advancing healthcare through world-class research and innovation. We aim to transform care for individual and population health while nurturing future-ready healthcare research professionals.In support of the hospital’s research and innovation mission, the Research and Innovation Office (RIO) oversees SGH’s overall research and innovation strategies and capabilities. As an integrated one-stop Research and Innovation strategic coordination and administration office, we enable research excellence in Singapore's largest public hospital.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join our dynamic team as a Manager/Assistant Manager in Research and Innovation Fund Management. This role is crucial in providing comprehensive financial oversight, management, and strategic support for SGH's research and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Oversight & Strategy for Research and Innovation Funds and Grants:
- Assist the Research and Innovation Director and Deputy Director to oversee and manage RIO's finances and funds/ grants
- Provide financial analysis to support senior management decision-making
- Monitor utilization and project cashflow to optimize resource management for various research and innovation initiatives
- Develop funding proposals for strategic grants and/or initiatives
Fund Management for Grants:
- Manage the NMRC Centre Grant (CG) funds, including coordinating with Research and Innovation Peaks and Enablers
- Work with investigators to prepare project costings and budgets
- Track hiring requisitions for research/innovation-funded positions
- Monitor compliance with grant terms and conditions
Stakeholder Management and Leadership:
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Investigators, innovators, Peaks/Enablers, HR and Finance)
- Manage relationships and liaise with external funding agencies
- Supervise and mentor a team of executives in fund management
Administrative Oversight:
- Review purchase requisitions and claims
- Ensure compliance with institutional guidelines and funding regulations
- Coordinate implementation of systems and policies
Required Qualifications/Preferred Experience:
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
- Minimum 6 years of finance/accounting/administration experience in healthcare and/or research settings
- Proven track record in financial/grant planning and analysis
- Experience working with national grant funding agencies
- Proficiency in SAP systems
Essential Qualities:
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Leadership capabilities and team management experience
- Proactive approach to process improvement