Senior Project Manager

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd (“Activate”) is a leading technology consultancy headquartered in Singapore with a presence in Malaysia and Indonesia. Our clients are empowered with quality, cost-effective, and impactful end-to-end application development, like mobile and web applications, and cloud technology that remove technology roadblocks and increase their business efficiency. We believe in positively impacting the lives of people around us and the environment we live in through the use of technology. Hence, we are committed to providing a conducive environment for all employees to realise their full potential, who in turn have the opportunity to continuously drive innovation. We are searching for our next team members to join our growing team. If you love the idea of being part of a growing company with exciting prospects in mobile and web technologies that create positive impact on people’s lives, then we would love to hear from you. Co-Development Business Unit is hiring for Project Manager You will work in Singapore Government Agencies Internal Code: A26229 This is a fixed term contract role. The engagement is 36 months. What will you do? The Project Manager (Digital Governance) supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of governance-related activities across HDB's digital products and projects. The role facilitates governance reviews, tracks compliance requirements, and works closely with stakeholders across delivery, technology, architecture, and security teams to ensure digital initiatives are delivered in alignment with established standards and policies. Digital Governance Planning and Delivery • Lead the development and continuous improvement of HDB's Digital Governance framework, including policies, standards, playbooks, and templates. Consolidate and streamline existing governance processes to improve consistency and usability across HDB digital products and monitor emerging technologies and public sector practices to keep the framework current. Governance Integration and Advisory • Partner with product teams, project managers, engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to embed governance requirements throughout the digital delivery lifecycle. Advise teams on the practical application of governance standards while balancing delivery objectives and drive governance awareness and capability-building across the organisation. Compliance and Risk Management • Drive compliance with IM8 Reform for Digital Service Standards (DSS). Support project teams in identifying and addressing gaps in compliance to DSS, track remediation actions, and ensure timely closure of identified gaps. Reviews and Readiness • Review solution proposals, technical designs, and project deliverables for alignment with enterprise architecture and governance standards. Establish and manage Go-Live Readiness assessments covering digital governance, testing and user experience, while facilitating governance review sessions and checkpoints throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting • Prepare management reports, governance dashboards, and progress updates for stakeholders and leadership. What are we looking for? • Background in project management, digital governance, or technology delivery, with a proven track record managing ICT projects or governance initiatives. • Experience working across diverse stakeholder groups including business users, developers, architects, security teams, and vendors. • Familiarity with SDLC, Agile delivery, and compliance, audit, or operational readiness processes. • Technical and Governance Knowledge • Good understanding of ICT governance frameworks including user experience principles, and risk management practices. • Familiarity with enterprise architecture principles, cloud technologies, system integrations, and operational support models. • Ability to evaluate project and technical documentation from a governance and compliance perspective. • Analytical, meticulous, and structured, with strong follow-through and execution skills. • Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams. • Strong documentation skills, with the ability to translate complex governance concepts into clear, practical guidance. • Able to manage multiple initiatives and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. • At least 7 years of relevant work experience in project management, digital governance, or technology delivery, with a proven track record managing ICT projects or governance initiatives. • Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline. • Professional certifications such as PMP, CITPM, TOGAF, ITIL, or equivalent. • Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams, or SharePoint, and familiarity with front-end coding frameworks such as React, Angular, or Foundation 6. • Experience in cloud platforms, user experience, or digital transformation is an advantage. What do we offer in return? Competitive Compensation: Market competitive salary and variable performance bonus aligned to your skills, impact, and contribution. Benefits: Outpatient medical, specialist medical coverage and generous customisable flexi benefits, or flexi allowance; life and health insurance, thoughtful perks like special occasions “red packet” and CNY goodies, etc. Employee Wellness: Support for your physical, mental, and overall well-being through year-round initiatives. Growth & Development: Learning programmes, certification support, and a dedicated staff development budget. (We are a “SHRI 2025 Gold winner” in “Learning & Development; Coaching & Mentoring”) Career Progression: Structured career pathways that enable you to grow along a technical/domain expert track or a leadership track. Competency Framework: A structured and practical framework to support you to develop, perform, and succeed. Flexible Work Arrangement: Staff may choose to wor…