Deputy Director (Data Analytics and Research)

The Opportunity

The Chandler Governance Group (CGG) is hiring a full-time Deputy Director (Data Analytics and Research) to lead the research and development of indices and other data-centric tools to promote high performance government around the world. The candidate will report to the Director (Knowledge). This role may be performed in Singapore, or remotely from any location globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development of selected new indices and other data-centric tools
• Leverage new technologies, particularly AI, to build indices and data tools
• Engage project stakeholders, partners, advisors and experts
• Manage project budgets and timelines; recruit and manage adjunct researchers

Experience and Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or equivalent programme with a focus on statistical methods
• At least 8 to 15 years of experience, including at least 3-5 years leading projects or teams
• Experience in using AI effectively to develop indices and data tools is a key requirement

Skills and Aptitudes

• Exceptional intellectual agility, able to quickly understand unfamiliar topics and domain areas in public policy, and identify new ways to measure government capabilities in those areas
• Proven ability to successfully lead projects of comparable scale and complexity
• Exceptional ability to interpret data and analyse trends. with keen attention to detail
• Proficiency in statistical software programs, such as Stata, R or SPSS, or equivalent
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly

About the Chandler Governance Group (CGG)

Headquartered in Singapore, CGG is a privately funded and non-profit organisation founded on the belief that good governments are the foundation of flourishing, prosperous communities and nations. We support governments globally to develop capabilities, doing so through training programmes, governments projects and partnerships, and knowledge creation.

CGG is practitioner-focused and internationally oriented. We are managed by former public service leaders from across the world and draw upon a wealth of practitioner experience and knowledge from our global network of experts. We have worked with governments in countries that span three continents, including Costa Rica, Zambia, Malawi, Kenya, India, the Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam

If you are interested to apply for this position, please email Mr Christopher Wong ([Confidential Information]) with your CV, cover letter, and remuneration expectation.