2025 JUDGE'S PROFILE

Ilja Rijnen

Rajaswari Suppiah

Group Director,  Human Resource Division

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)

With over 30 years of experience in the Singapore Public Service, Rajaswari currently oversees the Group Human Resource at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) — Singapore’s lead public sector R&D agency driving mission-oriented research to advance scientific discovery and economic growth.

She advocates a deliberate and strategic alignment of people strategies with organisational goals and broader national priorities. Over the years, she has supported HR teams in delivering effective and forward-looking talent solutions across various public sector agencies.

Rajaswari believes in fostering a growth-oriented work culture and is committed to supporting talent development by helping individuals grow, connect, and contribute meaningfully.