Deputy/Assistant Director, Central Banking & Devt Platforms Div (RRM) (Contract)

Monetary Authority of Singapore

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
What the role is:The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is Singapore's central bank and integrated financial regulator.As central bank, MAS promotes sustained, non-inflationary economic growth through the conduct of monetary policy and close macroeconomic surveillance and analysis. It manages Singapore's exchange rate, official foreign reserves, and liquidity in the banking sector.As an integrated financial supervisor, MAS fosters a sound financial services sector through its prudential oversight of all financial institutions in Singapore - banks, insurers, capital market intermediaries, financial advisors, and stock exchanges. It is also responsible for well-functioning financial markets, sound conduct, and investor education.MAS also works with the financial industry to promote Singapore as a dynamic international financial centre. It facilitates the development of infrastructure, adoption of technology, and upgrading of skills in the financial industry.Join us now, if you have a genuine interest in making an impact to help shape Singapore's economic and financial landscape.What you will be working on:The IT Department is responsible for the project management, design, implementation and operational support of IT Applications in MAS. The teams manages and ensures the smooth operations and delivery of IT projects that serves the Financial Industry as well as MAS users.You will be part of the Central Banking & Devt Platforms division, responsible for managing the systems supporting the reserves and security management systems in MAS. These responsibilities involve supporting the monetary management platform which facilitate the issuance of Singapore Government Securities.As part of the team, you will:Understand and support the linkages between these systems and other market infrastructures such MAS' internal real-time gross settlement systemWork closely with the user department and vendor to plan and devise the solution for enhancements to monetary management systems to meet business requirements, enhance system performance and comply with MAS IT security standardsPerform annual technology and cyber risk assessment of the systemManage the key contractors to achieve optimal performance and contractual requirements are metYou will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and needs of stakeholders, as well as the agility to respond to changes and developments.What we are looking for:Degree with at least 5 years' relevant experience in supporting and/or implementing large software applications in complex technology environments.Proven track record in project and vendor management and delivery, and familiar with Systems Development Life Cycle methodologies.Proven experience in managing operations, handling of issues, and systems monitoring.Ability to conduct technical assessments, respond to timely inquiries, and present written/ oral presentations.Experience in Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft .NET Framework and PL/SQL programming.Good working knowledge of databases and fault-tolerant infrastructure concepts.Understanding of financial instruments, esp Singapore Government Securities, will be an advantageCertifications in PMP and relevant technical skills will be an advantageAble to work independently as well as in a teamAbility to work with details and time-sensitive issues.Good decision-making skills and response to high-pressure situations.Strong interpersonal communication and organizing skills to coordinate project activities.As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.This is a 1-year contract. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.About Monetary Authority of Singapore:MAS is the central bank of Singapore. Our mission is to promote sustained non-inflationary economic growth, and a sound and progressive financial centre.

Monetary Authority of Singapore