Manager, CIO Office

We are seeking a highly motivated and versatile Manager to drive strategic operations, organisational effectiveness, staff engagement, and key transformation initiatives. This role serves as a key partner to the CIO Office leadership team in supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic initiatives, organisational operations, vendor management, workforce planning, learning and engagement programmes, and special projects.Key Responsibilities1. Advisory and Insight Vendor ManagementDrive strategies to maximise the value of research and advisory services for staff and leadershipLead end-to-end vendor management lifecycle: requirements gathering, procurement coordination, tender evaluations, contract negotiations, renewals, and vendor performance managementAnalyse utilisation metrics and effectiveness of advisory subscriptionsEvaluate opportunities to enhance insights through emerging technologies, including GenAI-enabled tools2. CIO Office Organisational PlanningManage CIO Office planning activities: organisational structures, headcount tracking, and manpower data for senior leadership reportingManage audit readiness and coordination (internal/external audits)Organise division-wide engagement events (townhalls, team bonding, learning sessions)Manage Secretariat operations for key governance platforms3. Digital Workplace and Knowledge ManagementDrive enhancement of division collaboration platforms, intranet team portal, and shared repositoriesDesign and improve CIO Office onboarding programmes and knowledge structures4. Strategic Projects and InnovationLead ad-hoc strategic tasks and special assignmentsChampion adoption of emerging tools and productivity solutions (including GenAI)QualificationsDegree in any disciplineRelevant experience in strategy, operations, programme management, PMO, corporate planning, organisational development, consulting, or related functionsExperience supporting senior leadership and managing organisation-wide initiatives is advantageousExperience managing vendors, procurement processes, contracts, or advisory service subscriptions is advantageousSkills and CompetenciesStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsStrong project management, planning, and organisational skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilitiesAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesAbility to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes with minimal supervisionComfortable working with diverse stakeholders across teamsPreferred AttributesExperience in public sector, corporate planning, PMO, strategy, consulting, operations, or transformation rolesStrong interest in emerging technologies, including GenAI and digital workplace solutionsFamiliarity with knowledge management, organisational development, or workforce enablementExperience developing business scenarios, testing approaches, or user evaluation frameworks for digital productsIf you believe you fit the requirements for the role, please submit your application below or drop us an email directly quoting the job title.Due to an anticipated high volume of applicants, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. The information provided is for recruitment purposes only.Know someone who would be a great fit for this role? Refer them to us and get rewarded.Cornerstone Global Partners (EA License Number: 19C9859) is an affirmative equal-opportunity employer and recruitment firm. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Scarlett Zhang [email protected] Registration Number: R26159541.Cornerstone Global Partners Pte Ltd (EA License: 19C9859)