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MINDEF Internship Programme MINDEF welcomes students with a passion for Singapore's defence to join our Internship Programme. With our objective of providing students with real life and practical working experience in an assigned department, interns can expect to develop their skills and put into practice knowledge obtained from textbooks. The programme is also a valuable opportunity for students to consider various career options in MINDEF upon graduation.

What we look for in our Interns Beside academic qualifications, interns should possess a deep interest in the defence of Singapore and want to play a part in diplomacy and deterrence, which make up the two pillars of our defence policy.

Internships for university undergraduates

The registration window for Winter internship is currently opened. It will close on 13 October 2019. To apply, please drop us an email at Ho_Sou_Fong@defence.gov.sg and Toh_Pei_Pei@defence.gov.sg, along with one PDF file (in black and white) consisting of your resume and education transcripts (University unofficial transcript and ‘A’ level/Polytechnic certificate and transcripts).

Find out more about the Defence Merit Scholarship (DMS), a civilian scholarship programme offered by MINDEF. Upon graduation, DMS scholars can expect to embark on a challenging and rewarding career as a DXO.

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Manager (Strategic Communications Capabilities)*

You are part of a team that develops and enhances the Strategic Communications (SC) capabilities in MINDEF/SAF. On this, you assist in the identification of operational concepts and desired capabilities for Strategic Communications, as well as work out a master plan to develop these capabilities and manage related projects. You also establish response plans to anticipated scenarios with significant SC impact. Your challenge lies in identifying and incorporating new initiatives to ensure that MINDEF/SAF stays at the leading edge of the information curve.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in social sciences or mass communication, with electives in organisation and/or business development. Possession of good verbal, writing and analytical skills is required. You must be capable of handling multiple projects independently and enjoy working on a varied portfolio. An interest in and good knowledge of social media platforms and new developments in communication is necessary. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 10 Sep 19

Manager (Communications Research)*

You are responsible for creating and maintaining a repository of research portfolios to facilitate strategic communications planning as well as formulate long-term information trends for presentation and analysis. On this, you assess the effect of strategic communication campaign efforts on the general public’s perception of MINDEF/SAF, and how prevailing perceptions and behaviours are shaped by evolving social, cultural and political influences, associations and events. You also incorporate existing and emerging research tools and technologies to better sense-make public sentiments and issues, as well as strengthen predictive capabilities and analyses to guide actions and responses. Your challenge lies in being perceptive and judicious in deciphering good and bad data/information in an increasingly saturated and fast-paced information environment.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in social sciences or mass communication. You must have an active interest in Singapore’s political, defence and security developments, as well as current affairs. You will need to have an acute awareness of the regional and international media environment, and how it can be leveraged to the benefit of MINDEF/SAF. You must also possess a strong command of spoken and written English. Having prior experience in the fields of media or marketing research, and/or proficiency in a vernacular language, will be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 29 Aug 19

Video Content Producer

You cover local and overseas MINDEF/SAF events and produce social media videos, news videos, documentaries as well as corporate videos to meet MINDEF/SAF's communication objectives. To do this, you may work independently, overseeing all aspects of video production, including conceptualisation, scripting, filming, presenting, video editing, and basic audio balancing, or work with a video production team, which includes video cameramen and editors.

You must have a tertiary qualification in media, film or video, and prior video production experience in the media or advertising industry. This can include experience gathered in the course of your education (e.g. film/video production internship or projects). You must also have a strong command of English and a passion for good storytelling. Clever copywriting skills are a plus.

Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract.

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Last updated on 29 Aug 19

Publicity Manager*

You manage the branding and publicity of the Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme to drive recruitment for the organisation. With a flair for creativity and a good knowledge of communication strategies, you plan, execute and review publicity activities, including internships, to effectively reach out to the target audience. You also manage the budget and expenditures to support recruitment requirements. Your challenge lies in offering fresh perspectives for publicising the various job vacancies and internship programme.

You must have a tertiary qualification in Communication Studies, Marketing or a related discipline, preferably with 2 years' experience in a related role. Possession of good communication and presentation skills is essential. Being meticulous and having the ability to write well and do graphic design are advantageous.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Content Generation)*

You are part of a dynamic team that participates actively in multimedia content generation, in order to support the various communication efforts of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). You monitor market trends for content generation and conduct product performance analysis. You also drive capability development works for content generation. Your challenge lies in the ability to keep abreast of market content generation trends and develop/execute various feedback mechanisms to gather accurate product performance data.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in communications, media analysis, marketing, advertising, psychology, sociology or data analytics. Having 1 year' prior work experience in the aforementioned fields is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Assistant Director (NS Gallery Development)

You oversee the development of the National Service (NS)-themed gallery, which will be sited at the NS Square, where the current The Float @ Marina Bay is situated. The gallery will tell the story of NS and Singapore's resolve to defend itself, and as part of the NS Square, it commemorates the contributions of generations of national servicemen past and present.

You are responsible for the procurement and management of the gallery design firm, and guiding the firm in translating the desired narratives into immersive and engaging content and exhibits. You also work with both internal and external stakeholders to conduct engagement sessions to gather feedback on the gallery, manage the overall project and ensure that project timelines are met, and provide timely reports to senior management.

You must have a tertiary qualification in arts or social sciences, with a strong interest in and understanding of Singapore's social and military history. You should have at least 7 years' relevant work experience in content research and development. You must also have a strong command of spoken and written English, and possess excellent organisational and project management skills.

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Last updated on 19 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Digital Experience)

You oversee the development of digital engagement strategies and initiatives to effectively engage key target audiences through various digital platforms. You lead the team in charge of managing the official MINDEF/SAF-related websites and social media channels. You also identify new growth areas and capabilities to support the organisation's communication objectives, by being cognisant of the latest online trends and developments in digital communications. Your challenge lies in staying up-to-date on such technologies and constantly making improvements to MINDEF/SAF's digital communications and engagements.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in the field of communications, information technology, marketing, content creation or related fields, along with a good understanding of the media landscape and an interest in Singapore's defence and security developments. Possession of strong interpersonal skills and a good command of spoken and written English are essential. Having knowledge of the latest media policy guidelines in the area of censorship, rules of online engagement, as well as digital platforms and trends, will be useful. You should have 3 to 5 years of experience managing teams dealing with Web and social media-related operations, and be familiar with concepts pertaining to digital media analytics, infrastructure architecture and performance, network, resource planning and system hosting environment.

Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (ACCORD - EI)

You are responsible for the review and recommendation of measures for National Service (NS) related to the education sector. On this, you formulate the annual strategy and work plan for the Advisory Council on Community Relations in Defence (ACCORD) Educational Institutions (EI). You work with the Council members to develop ground-up initiatives based on ideas and feedback gathered from the Council meetings. You also facilitate and monitor the implementation and outcome of the initiatives and garner support from their community to bring those ideas to fruition together with MINDEF/SAF. Additionally, you help to drive the planning, engagement and secretariat efforts for ACCORD (EI), and provide updates to the management. As this job requires working with internal and external partners simultaneously, your challenge would be to manage expectations and be timely while providing valuable inputs to the overall plans and initiatives.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in mass communications, arts or social sciences, with a strong command of spoken and written English. You should also preferably have at least 2 years' relevant work experience in events management. Having good interpersonal and communication skills are essential. You must be mature, meticulous, and able to multi-task. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (Production Support)

You oversee a team in the provision of video-editing services, and manage all video production and camera equipment in the department, including providing first-line preventive and corrective maintenance, and procurement of new requirements. You also supervise all video recording and production setups, and provide technical expertise as required. Your challenge lies in the scheduling of production facilities to ensure the timely completion and delivery of video and content digital products.

You must have a tertiary qualification in electrical and electronic engineering, or in a field related to television broadcast and production, preferably with 3 to 5 years' relevant work experience in television broadcast or video production. You should also possess good interpersonal, communication and management skills and have the ability to establish a network of contacts with industry practitioners and suppliers. Possessing technical knowledge of drone systems and the ability to operate them for video and photography requirements will be advantageous.

Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract.

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Last updated on 28 Jun 19

Manager (Digital Engagement)*

You develop digital engagement strategies and initiatives for key stakeholder groups, and develop audience-specific content to sustain engagement. You also manage content schedules for the organisation's social media platforms, ensuring that the content pipeline is consistent and coherently organised. In addition, you identify new growth areas and capabilities to support the organisation's communication objectives, by being cognisant of the latest online trends and developments in digital communications. Your challenge lies in balancing short-term needs of the social media platforms with a long-term perspective in order to chart out mid- to long-term strategic frameworks to guide online engagement efforts.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in communications or social sciences, along with a good understanding of the media landscape and an interest in Singapore's defence and security developments. Possession of strong interpersonal skills and a good command of spoken and written English is essential. Knowledge of the latest media policy guidelines in the area of censorship, rules of online engagement as well as digital platforms and trends will be useful. You should be an active social media user, with accounts on multiple social media platforms. Prior work experience in digital communications (especially managing non-personal social media accounts) or public relations is advantageous.

Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract.

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Last updated on 28 Jun 19

Manager (Total Defence)*

You lead in the execution and delivery of major components of the annual national-level Total Defence campaign, such as the Total Defence Day Commemoration Event, the N.E.mation! competition and ciNE65 competition. You also support the operational functions such as concept development and scoping, generating partnerships, public relations and online engagement, and procurement. Your challenge lies in the ability to continue to increase participation and enhance experience so as to encourage public ownership of Total Defence.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with at least 3 years' work experience in strategising engagement plans and developing engagement campaigns or programmes. You should adept at networking and partnership management. Having a good network of contacts in other ministries and/or public relations industry and media would be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 18 Jun 19

Executive (Digital Media)*

You manage the front- and back-end web operations of the MINDEF/SAF websites, as well as related projects, to enhance MINDEF's effectiveness in reaching its target audiences via digital channels. You ensure the timely and error-free publication of information on the websites and other digital channels, and facilitate the creation of websites by MINDEF/SAF agencies. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of the emerging web technologies and making improvements to MINDEF's Internet platforms in a timely fashion.

You should have a diploma, preferably in information technology, digital media or any Internet-related field. You should have basic knowledge and experience in HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract.

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Last updated on 12 Jun 19

Manager (Media Analysis)*

You monitor and analyse media coverage and discussions on MINDEF/SAF and notable security- and defence-related issues across all traditional and online media platforms. On this, you identify significant conversations that have potential repercussions on the image and reputation of MINDEF/SAF and conduct preliminary risk assessment when necessary. You also deliver regular media summaries and incident-related reports to facilitate decision-making and strategic communications efforts. Your challenge lies in scanning the wide spectrum of print, broadcast, online and social media to sieve out relevant data that impacts the organisation, and translating data into useful information and knowledge.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in communications or political science, with a good understanding of the media landscape and an interest in political, defence and security developments in Singapore and the region. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and a good command of spoken and written English is essential. You must be able to think on your feet in times of crisis and have a good sharp mind. Having 1 year' prior work experience in the media monitoring and analytics industry, and being familiar with the common social media platforms is advantageous. Proficiency in a vernacular language would also be advantageous. Do note that this position requires you to work at odd hours on very short notice. You will also be required to perform rotational weekly duties, up to twice a month. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 12 Jun 19

Manager (Info Policy & Plans)*

You develop MINDEF/SAF's Strategic Communications (SC) policy, strategies, and plans to safeguard public commitment to defence, support for National Service and defence diplomacy, and to engender greater affection quotient for MINDEF/SAF. You are responsible for developing the broad themes and key messages to guide MINDEF/SAF's SC efforts in public and internal communications, and community engagement. On this, you will need to work closely with and understand considerations of MINDEF/SAF departments and other ministries, to ensure that policies and plans achieve desired outcomes. Your challenge lies in being able to think critically and innovatively to understand and sense-make public sentiments and the information space to strategise, plan and make clear recommendations to meet the desired objectives.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in mass communication or information studies. You must have a keen appreciation of the changing information environment, emerging social trends, as well as prevailing public sentiments. You must also be analytical, possess strong interpersonal skills and a good command of spoken and written English. Having prior experience in a communications-related role, and/or possession of a Masters qualification in a relevant domain, will be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Plans – National Education)

You are part of a team that charts the long-term direction and strategy for National Education and Total Defence. You help formulate and review National Education policies and initiatives, develop strategic messages, and explore new ideas and platforms to enhance Nexus' efforts in strengthening national resilience and commitment to defence. You also develop plans and policies to drive whole-of-Government National Education efforts in areas such as sensing, content generation and engagement.

You must have a tertiary qualification in communication studies or social sciences, preferably with at least 2 years' work experience in policy-making or public communications. A strong interest and understanding of national issues is necessary. You must also have a strong command of clear written and spoken English, as well as possess good networking skills and an open, active and probing mind. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Media Relations)*

You plan and execute public communication efforts in support of MINDEF/SAF's communication objectives, principally to preserve and strengthen public trust and confidence in national defence, NS and the SAF. This includes formulating publicity plans, working closely with the media on feature stories as well as drafting replies to forum letters and media queries. You also deal with consequence management of major incidents and unplanned events to maintain public confidence in MINDEF/SAF. Your challenge lies in working with multiple stakeholders to gain a thorough understanding of policy and operational issues, and then developing effective communication programmes that meet organisational objectives in a timely manner. To be effective in the job, you need to maintain good working relations with stakeholders, particularly the media.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in communication studies, political science or social sciences, with an excellent command of written and spoken English. A keen interest in public communication, media and defence-related matters, along with the possession of strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills, are required. You must be able to work odd hours, and travel overseas on short notice for work. Having relevant work experience in journalism, media, public relations, corporate communication, and/or corporate planning, as well as the ability to converse, write and translate in the vernacular (i.e., Mandarin, Bahasa Melayu, Tamil) is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Media Relations)

You lead a team of communications specialists to formulate, coordinate and execute public communications strategies and plans in support of MINDEF/SAF's communications objectives. On this, you work with relevant agencies to conceptualise public communications plans, methods of execution and relevant publicity collaterals for various MINDEF/SAF events. You also manage the dissemination of information that goes to the local and foreign media, in both peacetime and emergency. Your challenge lies in demonstrating sensitivity to policy implications and objectives, and having an in-depth understanding of operational considerations so as to enable effective translation of policy intent to operational actions.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in mass communications or social sciences, with at least 5 years' work experience in the media or communications industry, and in leading and building teams. You need to have a good understanding of Singapore's media landscape and possess an active interest in Singapore's political, defence, security and socio-economic developments. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is required. A strong command of English is essential, and being proficient in a vernacular language is advantageous.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Authorisation)

You evaluate the impact of changes to authorisation requirements, access controls, workflow and routing needs, and advise users on the changes required for the Human Resource (HR) systems. You are also the liaison for the division’s Business Continuity Planning, ensuring that HR information remains available for critical users during system downtime. Additionally, you conduct reviews on system security settings, accounts and authorisation for all the information technology (IT) environments supporting the HR systems. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of MINDEF’s IT and HR policies, rules and procedures and organisation structure to develop suitable comprehensive access control strategies to facilitate operations while fulfilling compliance.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience and an interest in SAP system security and authorisation. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Security Ops Centre)*

You maintain situational awareness of cyber incidents happening in the Defence ecosystem. You also oversee all information piped from Defence sectors to the Security Ops Centre (SOC) and correlate voluminous alerts across the different security solutions to make assessments. On this, you operate in a 24/7 SOC and develop standard operating procedures to identify and mitigate cyber threats. You also prepare cyber security reports and monitor health status of security solutions. Your challenge lies in having to make independent assessments, time-critical decisions, follow escalation procedures and carry out immediate response action upon detection of a cyber threat.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information security, computer science, computer engineering or related fields, preferably with 3 years' work experience in IT operations, system or network administration or software development. You must be a strong team player with strong written and verbal communication skills. Possession of knowledge in IDS/IPS, netflow, protocol collection and analysis tools is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Strategic Digital Capability)*

You are responsible for developing performance indicators to measure the success of MINDEF/SAF digital innovation strategy, plans and roadmaps so as to advance MINDEF/SAF digital maturity. You also explore and propose collaborative and innovative ecosystems to accelerate agile and quality capability delivery, as well as potential digital use cases that will strategically change business models, structures and processes. Additionally, you research the latest digital innovations and propose potential relevant systems for MINDEF/SAF. You also collaborate with various stakeholder networks to explore, propose and develop innovative solutions that provide greater value for management and staff.

You must have a tertiary qualification in business, information technology or a related discipline, preferably with 2 years' work experience in business transformation projects and business architecting practices. You must have good communications skills and be conversant with the capabilities of computerised systems. You should also be proactive, analytical, result- and customer-oriented, and a team player. Having work experience with Enterprise Architecting, Systems Architecting and IT governance will be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Principal / Senior Analyst (Cyber Test Range)

You are part of a team that develops sophisticated exercise scenarios, using state-of-the art cyber range facilities, to train the Security Ops Centre and Cyber Incident Response Teams in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Cyber Test Range. The team is also the de-facto Subject Matter Expert for malware analysis and development of counter-measures in response to cyber incidents. On this, you conduct cyber forensics to uncover complex cyber intrusions, and develop customised solutions to be implemented in the network and systems to remediate against cyber threats exploiting unknown vulnerabilities. You may also conduct training in the concept and use of tools for cyber forensics and malware analysis. Your challenge lies in constantly staying ahead of developments in computing technologies and cyber exploitation/ attack techniques.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in cyber security, computer science or related an engineering discipline. You should have 5-8 years' work experience in a cyber-related field, and have acquired professional certifications in cyber forensics, pen-testing or malware analysis. You should also possess good analytical, communication and planning skills. You must have the passion to share your knowledge to advance the new generation of SAF cyber defenders. Appointment will commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Manager (Cyber Security Engineering)

You perform the in-house engineering function to design, develop and implement technical solutions. This includes executing system administration tasks, preventive maintenance, upgrades and patching of infrastructure and systems. You also design lesson plans and conduct training for stakeholders to ensure familiarity with system configuration, product features, dashboards and operating instructions. Additionally, you assist in the planning and management of projects pertaining to hardware operating and storage systems, databases and infrastructure. Your challenge lies in having in-depth technical knowledge and hands-on experience with a broad spectrum of enterprise operating systems, networking and software products in order to resolve technical faults or implement technical solutions.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information technology, computer science, computer engineering or related fields, preferably with 2 years' experience in security operations centre engineering. Having additional experience in a cyber-related field with a broad exposure to infrastructure, network and multi-platform environment is advantageous. Possession of good communication and interpersonal skills is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 23 Jul 19

Manager (Data Strategy)*

You plan and execute data strategy projects that collectively result in the availability of high quality data for analytics and decision-making. This includes developing effective data management protection policies, enhancing and promoting the use of the enterprise data sharing platform, designing effective data quality process and systems, as well as mapping data lineages in MINDEF/SAF. Your challenge lies in engaging multiple stakeholders for them to understand the importance of data sharing and data security within the organisation.

You must have a tertiary qualification in computer science, business analytics, information technology or a related discipline, preferably with 3 years' relevant work experience. You must be able to multi-task, and have strong writing and verbal communication skills, as well as an analytical mind. Possession of a Master's degree is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 19 Jul 19

Assistant Manager (Constructive Simulation Systems)*

You manage and develop constructive simulation systems for wargame exercises to support training needs. This includes ensuring that the simulation systems remain relevant, and software problems and glitches are rectified timely. Your challenge lies in having a good knowledge of simulation systems in order to oversee the management of simulation development.

You must have a tertiary qualification in computing or a related discipline. You should possess knowledge of electronic simulation and basic programming language in C++, as well as strong communication and writing skills. You will be required to travel for overseas exercises.

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Last updated on 24 May 19

Manager (Cyber Threat Intelligence)*

You monitor various open-source platforms and analyse threats to the Defence sector. On this, you prepare and disseminate intelligence reports to relevant parties. You also procure, develop and implement technical solutions to enhance data collection operations. Your challenge lies in improvising and adapting tools and techniques for effective data collection, and communicating data findings in a clear and concise manner.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information security, computer science, computer/electrical engineering, or a related discipline, preferably with 3 years' work experience in a cyber threat-related area. You must be a strong team player with good writing and verbal communication skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (IT Compliance - Training)

You drive the formulation, design and delivery of Information Technology (IT) compliance training and education programmes for key stakeholders as part of the overall effort in achieving an effective and efficient IT compliance assurance. This includes developing the competency framework and training curriculum, as well as establishing outreach programmes to increase awareness and understanding of compliance issues. Your challenge lies in being well-versed in MINDEF's IT policies, rules and procedures, and IT-related systems and organisation structure to be effective in the conduct of the training/engagement.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information technology, computer science, or computer engineering or a related field, with 2 years' relevant work experience in an IT project implementation and/or system management role. Possession of strong analytical, presentation, interpersonal and communication skills is essential. Having experience in curriculum development and training delivery will be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Learning Technology & Content Creation)

You forge collaborative partnerships with industry experts and technology companies to keep abreast of emergent learning technologies, as well as oversee the strategy, research and development of learning technologies to enhance training. You also manage associated innovation facilities which will serve as conduits to ideate and experiment indigenous learning and training tools for proliferation. Additionally, you lead the development and implementation of e-content (e.g. courseware, bite-sized learning content, videos).

You must have a tertiary qualification in computer science, information systems, infocomm technology, computer or electronics engineering, learning sciences and technologies, communications and new media or a related discipline. You must have at least 4 years' relevant experience with companies that develop learning technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality. Possession of relevant experience in instructional design, blended learning, e-learning, and other forms of technology-enabled learning will be advantageous. You must possess good conceptual and analytical skills, as well as strong presentation and communication skills. You must also be able to lead a team effectively. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Malware Analysis)*

You are part of the cyber threat response team that performs malware analysis. On this, you analyse, evaluate and document malicious code behaviour through techniques such as code analysis and reverse engineering, and develop countermeasures and detection means. You also plan and manage malware analysis-related projects. Your challenge lies in staying ahead of the developments in the cyber threat landscape and ensuring operational readiness to handle new malware.

You must have a tertiary qualification in an information technology, computer science or computer engineering-related field, preferably with 3 years' work experience in the IT or cyber-related field, in malware analysis and/or reverse engineering. Possession of professional certification or industry-recognised qualification related to malware analysis, reverse engineering or computer forensics, such as GCIH, GCFE, GREM, GMOB, GCFA or CLFP, is advantageous. You should be a strong team player, with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Digital Forensics)*

You are part of the cyber threat response team that performs digital forensic and analysis functions, such as data acquisition, data recovery and forensic investigation of infected systems and mobile devices. You also provide expert advice on measures to recover systems, patch vulnerabilities or enhance threat detection, and are the strategic reserve to lead the investigations of cyber security incidents in defence networks. Your challenge lies in constantly staying ahead of developments in computing technologies and cyber exploitation/ attack techniques.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in information technology, computer science or computer engineering. You should preferably have at least 3 years' work experience in IT or a cyber-related field, with exposure to Windows, Linux, MAC or mobile operating systems, system administration, networking and computer hardware. You should also be meticulous and a strong team player, with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills. Possession of professional certification or industry-recognised qualification related to cyber incident handling, such as GCIH, GCFE, GMOB, GCFA or CLFP, is advantageous. Possession of a good understanding of forensic artefacts in operating systems, data recover technology and forensic investigation procedures is preferred. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Cyber Defence)*

You perform technical intelligence collection and analysis of cyber threats that are targeting, or of interest to, MINDEF/SAF and other MINDEF-related organisations. On this, you propose and implement technical solutions to enhance MINDEF/SAF's defence against the cyber threats. Your challenge lies in understanding the sector's operating environment and cyber threat landscape to sieve out relevant threats for further analysis and investigations.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information technology, computer science, computer engineering or a related discipline. Possession of a good understanding of programming or scripting languages, operating system concepts and cyber security solutions, is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Cyber Security)

You conduct cyber security risk assessments, prepare reports to share findings and make recommendations to raise awareness, and are involved in capability development to heighten the level of defences against immediate and future cyber threats.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in an IT, cyber or engineering-related field, with at least 3 years' relevant work experience. Possession of critical thinking and communication skills is essential. You should be familiar with IT systems and programming languages, and be conversant with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Malware Analysis)

You are responsible for leading the cyber response team members in malware analysis through the performance of reverse engineering, static and dynamic analysis on malware samples. You also work with forensic analysts to collect intrusion artefacts and used discovered data to enable mitigation or containment of potential cyber defence incidents within the enterprise or systems, as well as isolate and remove malware from infected computing devices. Your challenge lies in keeping pace with the evolving cyber threat landscape and the varying forms of malicious codes.

You must have a tertiary qualification in an information technology, computer science or computer engineering-related field, with at least 6 years' work experience in the IT or cyber-related field. You must also have a broad exposure to Windows OS, system administration, networking and software development. Possession of strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills is required. You should also be a strong team player with the ability to provide on-the-job coaching and knowledge sharing.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Cyber Defence)

You lead a team to perform technical intelligence collection and analysis of cyber threats that are targeting, or of interest to, MINDEF/SAF and other MINDEF-related organisations. On this, you propose and implement technical solutions that can be used to enhance technical intelligence operations in the Defence sector. Your challenge lies in understanding the sector's operating environment and cyber threat landscape to sieve out relevant threats for further analysis and investigations.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information technology, computer science, computer engineering or a related discipline. You should have at least 8 years' work experience in a cyber security operations centre environment or a cyber-related outfit. You should also have sound and current knowledge of cyber security technologies, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills. Possession of a good understanding of programming or scripting languages, operating system concepts and cyber security solutions, is advantageous. Candidate with professional certification related to cyber security, such as CISA, GCIH, GCIA, GREM, GPEN, OSCP, would be favourably considered.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (IT Audit)

You plan and conduct audits on the Information Technology (IT) systems in MINDEF/SAF. On this, you evaluate control environments in IT applications and furnish management with analysis, appraisals, and recommendations on the IT systems reviewed. You also provide risk analysis for remedial measures. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of the emerging technologies in corporate IT systems in MINDEF, and tailoring the audit programme to align with the new demands.

You must have a tertiary qualification in computer science, information systems or a related discipline, with at least 1 to 2 years' experience in IT audit or security. Having attained qualification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) is preferred. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Threat Response)

You are responsible for planning and supervising your team in performing network forensics and malware analysis. On this, you ensure timely response to cyber threats by coordinating activities of your team and consolidating findings. Additionally, you assist on procurement and capability development projects with external stakeholders, as well as conduct knowledge sharing sessions. Your challenge lies in strategising and making accurate assessments in order to prioritise the tasks and expectations for the team.

You must have a tertiary qualification in information technology, computer science, computer engineering or a related fields, with at least 6 years' work experience in the cyber security field. Possession of strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills, with a keen eye for details, is required. You should have a strong understanding of forensic artefacts in operating systems and mobile devices, data recover technology, evidence handling and forensic investigation procedures. You should also be a strong team player with the ability to provide on-the-job coaching and knowledge sharing. Having professional certification or industry-recognised qualification related to cyber incident handling or computer forensics (e.g. GCIH, GCFE, GMOB) is advantageous.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Digital Forensics)

You lead a team in the performance of data acquisition, data recovery and forensics analysis of infected operating systems and servers. You perform forensics analysis to support daily vulnerability assessments, briefs, and general computer forensics operations. You also use forensics tools and investigative methods to find specific electronic data, locate malicious code and determine malware artefacts. Your challenge is to keep pace with shorter product cycles and advances in OS and software applications, as well as to stay ahead of developments in order to anticipate demands for forensic investigations and analysis.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in information technology, computer science or computer engineering. You should have at least 8 years' work experience in IT or a cyber-related field, with exposure to forensics analysis, network systems and various computer hardware using Windows and non-Windows operating systems. You should also have sound and current knowledge of cyber security technologies, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Possession of a good understanding of forensic artefacts in operating systems, data recover technology and forensic investigation procedures is advantageous. Candidates with professional certification related to cyber incident handling or computer forensics, such as GCIH, GCFE and GMOB, would be favourably considered.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Communications Data Science)*

You leverage data science methods and techniques to enhance MINDEF/SAF's strategic communications. On this, you apply data science techniques to study MINDEF/SAF's audiences and defence-related issues to derive data-driven insights and recommendations. You also translate data into visual insights and solutions to guide MINDEF/SAF's strategic communications strategy, policy and planning across public and internal communications, and community engagement. Additionally, you develop and maintain the data architecture and storage systems to support analysis and decision-making. Your challenge lies in explaining complex data and technical findings to strategic communications practitioners and decision makers, and understanding MINDEF/SAF's organisational considerations and the intricacies of the information environment that MINDEF/SAF operates in.

You must have a tertiary qualification in mathematics, economics, statistics, computer science, psychometrics, operational research or a related field, preferably with 5 to 7 years' relevant work experience in a data science, analytics or communications role. You should have the necessary technical knowledge, and be familiar with analysis methods, data management, programming languages (e.g. SAS, SQL, R, python) and visualisation software (e.g. Qlik, Tableu, D3.js). Possession of strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation and communication skills is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 10 Sep 19

Manager (SAF Operations Research & Analytics)*

You provide decision support by executing operations research and data analytics studies on the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) operations to evaluate options and highlight insights. This includes developing viable models and data products, and packaging analysed findings and results into clear and concise reports for briefing to clients. You also conduct cost assessment of the requisite resources needed to support development of models. Your challenge lies in managing several military-related/multi-domain projects of varying scale within a tight schedule, keeping abreast with the latest knowledge and skills on operations research and data analytics, and exploring innovative ways to acquire data that may not be readily available.

You must have a tertiary qualification in mathematical sciences, data science, business analytics, engineering or other quantitative discipline. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and scripting language (e.g. Python, MATLAB, R), as well as having good analytical and time management skills, are necessary.

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Last updated on 02 Sep 19

Manager (Data Science)*

You perform data analytics to support the evolving needs of National Service (NS) policy implementation and service delivery. You also apply service delivery data-driven analytics to enhance service delivery performance as part of maintaining our servicemen and the public’s support for NS and commitment to defence. Additionally, you participate in the research and evaluation of new digital concepts to transform service delivery experience in MINDEF/SAF.

You must have a tertiary qualification in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering or a related field, preferably with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience in a data science or analytics role. You must be proficient in advanced analytics and be able to build, customise and implement data models, algorithms and experiments. You should have the necessary technical knowledge, and be familiar with data management, data analytics / mining languages and visualisation software. Possession of strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Assistant Director (Maritime Security Data Analysis)

You lead a team in providing longer-term and forward-looking data research and analysis relating to maritime security threats. This includes the identification of novel ways to exploit existing and new data for useful insights that can be applied in practical ways to further Whole-of-Government efforts in securing the maritime domain. Your challenge lies in the discovery and application of methodologies required to achieve your mission, and to inspire your team to attain high performance standards.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with preferably more than 5 years' work experience in research or analysis in a multi-agency or multinational set-up. Strong knowledge of maritime security issues is preferred. Possession of good analytical, communication, interpersonal, operational thinking, and writing skills is essential.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Policy - Operations Planning)*

You drive policy operations and planning efforts which shape and advance Singapore’s security interests. On the job, you undertake short-to-medium term policy operations and planning informed by broader assessments of global and regional security developments and trends. You also collaborate with MINDEF/SAF stakeholders and other government agencies to translate policy objectives into operational plans. You also need to keep ahead of an evolving security environment to ensure that plans are developed and remain relevant.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with a keen interest in international affairs and security issues. We welcome proactive and collaborative team players with strong analytical abilities, the capacity to think flexibly and innovatively, as well as strong writing and presentation skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. You may be required to travel overseas for work.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Industry Development)*

You are responsible for the build-up and sustainability of strategic capabilities in the defence industry under the Industry Development (ID) group. You also ensure that the defence industry is able to provide critical support and services to the Singapore Armed Forces. Additionally, you assist in the formulation of policies and implement frameworks to ensure good governance and strong partnership with the defence industry. On this, you support the department in data collection and reports, as well as the preparation of materials and reports for meetings.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with at least 2 years' work experience in engineering or capability development areas. Possession of good writing, communication and interpersonal skills are required. Possessing experience in policy or regulation is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Manager (Maritime Security)

You monitor terrorism-related developments and conduct research on potential threat scenarios. You also produce timely and succinct analysis reports and perform secretariat duties for meetings. Your challenge lies in having good knowledge of different research methodologies that may be used to strengthen the research findings.

You must have tertiary qualification, preferably in the area of security studies or maritime security. Possession of research and analytical skills, operational thinking abilities, as well as good writing, communication and interpersonal skills is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Assistant Director (Defence Relations – Navy)

You develop Defence Relations (DR) strategies, plan and execute DR interactions, and develop DR expertise on your designated countries of interest. You must possess good situational awareness of regional events and be able to frame complex issues and recommend appropriate defence diplomacy strategies.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in politics, international relations or a related field, with at least 6 to 8 years' relevant work experience. You must be conscientious, diplomatically-inclined, and a team player. Competent knowledge of current affairs and international geopolitics is required. A strong command of written and spoken English is necessary. You should possess strong organisation, time management and interpersonal skills, and can work under pressure to meet deadlines. You may be required to travel overseas for work.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Manager (Defence Policy)*

You formulate diplomacy and deterrence strategies to advance Singapore's security objectives, and advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner-of-choice in the region. You also build relationships with key foreign stakeholders, and collaborate with the Singapore Armed Forces and other agencies to operationalise engagement strategies with foreign partners, as well as on key policies which advance Singapore's security interests. You must stay abreast of developments in our ever-changing security environment, identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutions.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with a keen interest in international affairs and security issues. We welcome proactive and collaborative team players with strong analytical abilities, the capacity to think flexibly and innovatively, as well as strong writing and presentation skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. You may be required to travel overseas for work.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Manager (Defence Relations – Navy)*

You manage our Defence Relations (DR) with countries under your purview. Your responsibilities include engagement planning and execution, as well as providing timely and accurate DR updates to key stakeholders for visits and multilateral events. You are also required to prepare key briefings and perform secretariat functions. Your challenge lies in the ability to strategise timely and recommend appropriate positions to ever-changing situations in the dynamic defence and security environment.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in politics, international relations or a related field. You must be conscientious, diplomatically-inclined, and a team player. Competent knowledge of current affairs and international geopolitics is required. A strong command of written and spoken English is necessary. You should possess strong organisation, time management and interpersonal skills, and can work under pressure to meet deadlines. You may be required to travel overseas for work.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Assistant Director (Research - Security)

You work with a team in monitoring security developments that have an impact on MINDEF/SAF interests. On this, you conduct research and analysis on security-related topics, and provide intelligence assessments that could impact MINDEF/SAF operations domestically and abroad. Your challenge lies in constantly keeping abreast of all security-related issues and developments that might have an impact on MINDEF/SAF interests, and being able to grasp security issues quickly and produce an intelligence report within a short time, especially on time-sensitive security matters of keen interest to MINDEF/SAF.

You must have a tertiary qualification in social sciences or a related field, with at least 5 years' work experience in research, preferably on security-related issues. You should possess good analytical, research, presentation and people management skills, along with the ability to work independently, as well as with a team of analysts.

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Last updated on 04 Jul 19

Manager (Psychology Development)*

You develop curriculum and implementation plans that promote the mental resilience of solders. On this, you identify additional needs in terms of resilience training, and formulate research proposals to address this needs. You also assist in other initiatives and programmes pertaining to generic training matters, such as master planning and course management in relation to the various soldier performance domains. Your challenge lies in understanding the psychological performance needs of the Army and keeping abreast of new developments on the soldiers’ training and operations, as well as achieving the desired outcomes in enhancing soldier performance, while balancing the rigours and uncertainties involved in operations.

You must have a tertiary qualification in psychology, preferably in the area of sports or health psychology. You must possess strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, high levels of critical thinking, and have a strong command of spoken and written English. Appointment will commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (MINDEF-related Agency Governance)*

You establish and review guiding principles, policies and frameworks that govern various types of expenditures disbursed to MINDEF-related agencies. To this end, you analyse expenditure patterns, conduct high-quality analyses and make recommendations to shape the prudent use of public funds.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in finance or accountancy, with relevant work experience in audit, management accounting or financial reporting functions. You should be a self-motivated individual who is able to manage multiple projects and work independently. Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 02 Sep 19

Manager (Finance & Procurement Audit)*

You are involved in the preparation and execution of finance and procurement audits. You also formulate the audit and unit self-assessment checklists, and prepare audit reports. Additionally, you prepare case studies and lessons learnt from audit findings to create greater awareness, enforce compliance and serve as key reminders for all in the Army.

You must have a tertiary qualification in auditing, procurement, logistics, finance, business or accounting, preferably with 2 to 3 years' experience in the procurement, logistics, finance or audit field. Possession of strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, along with integrity and ability to work well in teams, is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Expenditure Policy)*

You play a key role in ensuring prudence in defence spending. As a member of the Expenditure Policy team, you establish and review guiding principles, policies and frameworks that govern various types of discretionary expenditures. To this end, you analyse expenditure patterns and make high quality policy analysis and recommendations to shape the use of public funds.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in finance, accountancy or business administration, with 1 to 2 years' relevant work experience. You are preferably a self-motivated individual who is able to manage multiple projects and work independently. Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Senior Executive (Finance)

You assist in all finance-related matters for a division. This includes monitoring funds usage, maintaining finance records, and managing the administration in finance processes. You also assist in internal and external audits, and provide advice for finance-related systems and processes.

You must have a tertiary qualification. You should be meticulous, and possess knowledge in using PowerBuilder and Microsoft Office applications.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

Manager (Audit & Compliance)*

You plan and conduct regular internal control and compliance reviews according to stipulated frequencies based on MINDEF's Information Technology (IT) security policies for Human Resource (HR) systems. You also support audit requests, track and monitor all audit follow-ups for implementation, and ensure closure to address control issues and gaps identified during audits. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of MINDEF's IT and HR policies, rules and procedures, as well as organisation structure, so as to provide an integrated and comprehensive compliance plan while addressing all audit concerns within stipulated timelines.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with 2 years' relevant work experience and an interest in compliance. Possession of experience in SAP authorisation or IT security is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 19 Jul 19

Finance Manager (Budget Management)*

You manage the organisation's budget. To this end, you consolidate and assess departments' budget requirements, as well as analyse budget performance to make recommendations on the resource allocation. You manage and evaluate the use of resources to achieve desired outcomes. You also provide advice on finance policies and guidelines, and perform audits checks to ensure compliance with financial rules and regulations.

You must have a tertiary qualification in business or accountancy, with preferably 2 to 3 years' financial experience. Good communication and interpersonal skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 08 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Budget)

You develop and implement strategies to optimise the defence budget utilisation while ensuring that the budget is expended prudently on requirements that contribute to MINDEF/SAF's strategic objectives. You also acquire deep knowledge of MINDEF/SAF’s business and operations, in order to drive better decision-making on the use of the defence budget, and improve cost efficiencies through synergy, or cost avoidance through deletion of duplicative requirements. Additionally, you perform funds management and cashflow activities using the SAP system.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in accounting, finance, banking or business administration, with at least 6 years' relevant work experience. You should be a self-motivated individual, who possess strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Audit Advisory)

You provide advice on audit risks associated with new policies, initiatives, systems and processes to improve the organisation's governance and risk management. You also review business processes and make recommendations for improvements, as well as assist in the Auditor-General Office's (AGO) audit projects in MINDEF/SAF and address AGO's audit concerns. Additionally, you promote good governance and control practices within the organisation through education and training. Your challenge lies in having a thorough understanding of various systems and processes to identify risks and having a macro perspective in order to make appropriate assessments and recommendations.

You must have a tertiary qualification in accountancy or business administration, with at least 4 years of audit or relevant experience. Possession of good analytical and interpersonal skills is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Recruitment)*

You support MINDEF/SAF's recruitment efforts. On this, you source, identify, interview and hire the most-suited candidates while taking into consideration candidates' career aspirations and hiring organisations' requirements, as well as ensuring optimal job and organisation fit. Your challenge lies in balancing the need for corporate governance while providing customer service and having to work closely with many parties in a highly time-sensitive environment.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in business administration, business studies, psychology or sociology. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 29 Aug 19

Executive (Performance Management - Joint)*

You provide support on all performance management-related matters for a division, in areas such as career development planning and administration. You also provide advice for performance management-related systems and processes.

You should preferably have a diploma, with 3 years' work experience in human resource. You should be meticulous, and proficient in using Microsoft Office applications.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Executive (Documentation & Knowledge Management)*

You provide administrative support to the department in the areas of documentation, accounting and dissemination of documents. You also assist in knowledge management within the department, and provide personnel administrative support.

You should preferably have a diploma, with prior work experience in human resource. You should be competent in using Microsoft Office applications, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. You should also be meticulous and self-motivated.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Manager (Performance Management – Army)*

You oversee the administration for a multitude of performance management functions for military officers in The Singapore Army. You also work jointly with internal stakeholders to organise the annual Army promotion ceremony. Your challenge lies in ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of data, and being well-versed in the performance management system and policies.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in business or data management. Having prior work experience in human resource or performance management is advantageous. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint, is essential. You must be meticulous and able to work efficiently under pressure and short timelines. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Executive (Establishment Planning & Management)*

You are part of a team that oversees manpower planning and governance in MINDEF/SAF. You support reviews of proposals on organisational restructuring to ensure that resources are invested optimally. You also support manpower planning activities, through the collection and analysis of data. Additionally, you oversee reporting of establishment data to management, and are responsible for knowledge management of the branch. At the same time, you perform secretarial functions for the deputy director.

You should preferably have a diploma in human resource, economics or engineering, with at least 1-2 years' relevant work experience. You should be a self-motivated individual, able to rationalise and analyse facts and arguments logically, and meticulous in executing processes and systems.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Manager (HR Service Standards)*

You plan and conduct independent audits on Human Resource (HR) processes in MINDEF/SAF units, so as to improve internal controls and achieve effectiveness and efficiency in HR management. You also compile and analyse data gathered from various HR agencies, administration systems and processes so as to present timely information to senior management on HR administration performance. Your challenge lies in being tenacious in exploring options to collect HR administrative data and pain points in a rational way so as to present a coherent overview to the management.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with 2 years' work experience. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is required. You must be attentive to details, keen to learn and have good analytical and writing skills. You should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Possessing knowledge of SAP will be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Manager (HR System Management)*

You lead, drive and deliver an integrated business-IT solution to meet the needs of stakeholders and the organisation. You are responsible for continual HR process and system enhancements, as well as ensuring tight integration between business process requirements and IT capabilities. You also develop communication plans for HR implementations, and facilitate discussions with the relevant agencies to address and close business gaps. Your challenge lies in having sound analytical skills with both micro and macro perspectives on issues.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with 2 to 5 years' HR experience. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is required. Familiarity with SAP HCM or being SAP certified is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Manager (Project Development Plans)*

You develop and implement plans for a large-scale multi-year development project. On this, you conceptualise and plan the physical co-location of various MINDEF/SAF departments, as well as integration of their business processes, in order to promote synergy and collaboration across the departments. You work closely with tenant units to gather their requirements for the development of office buildings, manage change requests and their impacts to the overall plan. You also liaise with relevant agencies to ensure that the project development is on schedule, and that the standards of product delivery is high. Additionally, you work with the project team to communicate changes to affected departments, as well as gather feedback to improve the design and implementation of the changes. You also assist in the development of a framework to manage and evaluate vendors. Your challenge lies in managing the large amount of coordination and planning needed to meet the differing demands and requirements of stakeholder units.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with prior experience in infrastructure project management. You should be forward-looking, with a keen ability to grasp and communicate concepts clearly, and a positive and customer-centric attitude. You should also be meticulous in order to fully manage complicated matters of coordination. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 01 Aug 19

Executive (Administration - Overseas)*

You manage all administrative-related matters for an overseas entity. This includes supporting the human resource branch in managing its day-to day functions and supervising the administrative personnel. Your challenge lies in the need to be independent and versatile in a fast-working environment. You will be based overseas for this position.

You should preferably have a diploma, with at least 3 years' work experience in a human resource-related field, and are competent in using Microsoft Office applications.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (SDC Development)

At Nexus, the central agency for National Education (NE), you work with the Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC) in its transformation journey to become the integral institution for public engagement on national education. This includes developing plans for SDC's transformation and working with SDC in executing these plans. You also work closely with MINDEF's Defence Finance Organisation to evaluate SDC's performance against a set of strategic key performance indicators, as well as oversee the financial governance of SDC.

You must have a tertiary qualification in business, arts or social sciences. You should have at least 6 years' relevant work experience in organisational development or human resources. You must also have a strong command of written and spoken English, as well as good networking, interpersonal, organisational and project management skills.

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Last updated on 23 Jul 19

Executive (Human Resource - MINDEF)*

You assist in managing selected Human Resource (HR) functions to enhance organisational performance and employee engagement in MINDEF. The functions include manpower administration, welfare management, performance management as well as rewards and recognition. You work closely with the HR managers, employees and external parties to execute and govern HR policies effectively.

“You should preferably have a diploma. Possession of excellent interpersonal and time management skills is essential.”

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

Executive (Human Resource Systems - MINDEF)*

You assist in executing and administering the Human Resource (HR) systems-related functions within the department. These include collating HR data and statistics, managing software and hardware, and conducting HR systems-related training.

You should preferably have a diploma in an HR or information technology-related discipline. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is essential.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

Executive (Welfare Management)*

You assist in policy reviews and updates to forums, which includes compiling statistics and performing external scanning of welfare provisions by other agencies. You also perform procurement-related functions to ensure timely implementation of welfare services. Additionally, you conduct home visits and prepare assessment reports on applicants’ suitability for welfare grants, as well as ensure the smooth functioning of the department by performing administrative and logistical duties. Your challenge lies in being meticulous and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

You should preferably have a diploma. Prior work experience in a policy or welfare-related field, with some knowledge of procurement processes, is advantageous. You must be a team player, and able to work independently.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

HR Policy Manager (Manpower Strategy & Plans)*

You conduct research and horizon-scanning of manpower issues and trends, develop manpower strategies to meet future challenges, oversee corporate planning activities, as well as plan international engagement efforts on manpower issues. On this, you engage and work closely with key stakeholders to understand their priorities and concerns. You also plan, organise and coordinate organisational-level events and bilateral exchanges (e.g. on manpower policies and best practices). Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of external human resource developments and MINDEF/SAF's new requirements, exercising sensitivity when dealing with our stakeholders and international engagements, being able to handle ambiguity due to the complex nature of issues, as well as having good time management of work activities in view of the high tempo and dynamic operating environment.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in business development, economics or social sciences. Possession of excellent analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills is required. Having prior relevant work experience in research, HR and corporate planning is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

National Service Policy Manager*

You formulate and review National Service (NS) policies to meet the needs of the organisation. This includes examining socio-economic trends, evaluating issues from both MINDEF/SAF and national perspectives, making robust policy recommendations as well as ensuring that policies are well-communicated and implemented smoothly. You also interact and work closely with various agencies within MINDEF/SAF, other government ministries and private sector organisations. Your challenge lies in upholding the key principles of NS and ensuring that policies remain relevant and effective, while maintaining public support for NS.

You must have a tertiary qualification. Possession of good logical thinking, interpersonal and analytical skills is essential. You must be resourceful, meticulous and able to work under tight timelines and pressure. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 19 Jul 19

Manager (Admin & Finance - Overseas)

You handle the administrative and financial matters for the Pearce Detachment (130 Squadron and Standards Squadron). On this, you manage and monitor the budget and expenditure of the detachment, maintain manpower records and oversee the day-to-day smooth running of the orderly room. You also conduct in-briefing and manage all administrative matters, such as allowances, leave records, air-ticketing, of the permanent staff and trainees. Additionally, you provide supervision and oversight on the administrative and financial matters in the Air Grading Centre. You will be based overseas for this position.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 5 years' relevant experience in managing administrative and financial matters. Possession of a valid driving licence is essential.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (NS Affairs)

You are responsible for the management of National Service (NS) human resource (HR) matters. On this, you oversee NS affairs in the areas of deployment, engagement, leadership development, training and administration. Your challenge lies in leading a small team to achieve excellence in NSmen HR administration, and working with the various stakeholders.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with at least 2 years' work experience in HR administration. You must have good communication and interpersonal skills, along with the analytical ability to comprehend NS HR policies and understand their intent. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (Corporate Strategic Plans)*

You design and implement strategic planning processes and organisation performance management frameworks and processes for entities in the Defence Management Community. In addition, you drive strategy communications to enhance the engagement of stakeholders and strengthen their alignment to the organisational goals and strategies. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast with emerging trends and developing the relevant business strategies to enhance business performance.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with experience in strategy planning and development. Possession of forward thinking, analytical and communication (both verbal and written) skills is essential.

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Last updated on 04 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Risk Management)

You drive and lead the development and governance of risk management frameworks such as Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Business Continuity (BC) for MINDEF/SAF. On this, you ensure effective management of risks in the organisation. This includes developing enterprise risk systems, capabilities and processes to ensure that relevant risks are identified, analysed and monitored, prioritising risk areas for systems review and assessment, and engaging risk owners to ensure that critical risks are addressed through appropriate strategies and actions. You also develop and maintain systems and processes to ensure that MINDEF/SAF's overall BC readiness is maintained, oversee the implementation of BC initiatives, and conduct exercises to test the readiness of BC and disaster recovery plans. Your challenge lies in innovating and introducing enhancements to existing frameworks, systems and processes to ensure that risk management practices remain effective, meaningful and useful.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 5 years' relevant work experience in risk governance/management and managing teams. Possession of excellent leadership, strategic thinking, analytical and interpersonal skills is required.

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Last updated on 12 Jun 19

Manager (HR Business)

You perform the role of a HR business partner to the relevant stakeholders in the department(s) by providing advice on various HR issues such as deployment, exit, promotion, and performance and potential. You also act as a career advisor to the employees of the department(s) on their career progression and developmental needs, and are responsible for their employee affairs relating to compensation, benefits and awards, retention and exit management. Your knowledge in data analytics will be used in HR staffing, workforce planning and restructuring plans. Your challenge lies in balancing the department's interest with that of the larger organisation's objectives, and managing increasingly complex and multi-dimensional cases in a thoughtful yet professional and timely manner.

You must have a tertiary qualification with at least 2 years' work experience, preferably in human resource management. You must have strong organisation, time management and interpersonal skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 12 Jun 19

Manager (NS Relations & Engagement)*

You are responsible for the management of NS Human Resource (HR) matters. On this, you liaise with relevant agencies on the resolution of HR issues raised by NSmen, as well as assist in areas of staffing, succession planning and performance appraisal. Your challenge lies in being able to accurately anticipate potential scenarios to act pre-emptively and to stay ahead of the engagement curve in meeting NSmen's concerns and needs.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with prior work experience in HR Administration. You must have good communication and interpersonal skills, and have a strong command of written and spoken English. As the touchpoint for all NS-related issues, you must have a customer-oriented disposition and be able to engage NSmen when required. You should also be organised and a team player. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 03 Jun 19

Executive (Business Excellence - Administration)*

You are part of the team that oversees the department's registry, administrative and finance functions. You also support the management of Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated systems under the section's purview. Additionally, you assist in the compilation of human resource and training reports. Your challenge lies in the ability to fully understand the work processes of the department and be familiar with MINDEF's finance directives.

You should preferably have a diploma, with prior work experience in finance and office administration. Possessing proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel, is essential. You must be meticulous, able to multi-task and possess good interpersonal and communication skills.

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Last updated on 15 May 19

Assistant Director (Organisational Development)

You are responsible for the implementation of Leadership Development (LD) initiatives in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). On this, you contextualise and develop, as well as review, organisational development, organisational learning and conceptual thinking content, targeted at different levels of SAF leaders. You also collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure efficient and effective translation of content into curriculum, lesson plans and learning activities for implementation and delivery. Additionally, you have opportunities to facilitate or teach the related content in programmes and courses.

You must have postgraduate qualification, with at least 5 years' relevant experience in one or more of the following fields: leadership and management, organisational development, industrial and organisational psychology, applied psychology, knowledge management, learning science, statistical/market research, instructional design, Training, or human capital leadership development.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Executive (Human Resource - SAF)*

You assist in managing selected Human Resource (HR) functions to enhance organisational performance and employee engagement in SAF. The functions include manpower administration, welfare management, performance management as well as rewards and recognition. You work closely with the HR managers, employees and external parties to execute and govern HR policies effectively.

You should preferably have a diploma. Possession of excellent interpersonal and time management skills is essential.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Innovation Accelerator)

You lead in the development and implementation of innovation and transformation-related initiatives in MINDEF/SAF to strengthen the culture of innovation and accelerate transformation efforts. This includes providing facilitation and advisory for units, departments and other stakeholders, as well as building up/enhancing innovation and transformation platforms, including signature events such as the Digital Innovation Day and PRIDE Symposium.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 5 years' work experience in taking on a lead role in driving a significant organisation-wide programme or initiative. The ability to engage and work with senior stakeholders, along with good analytical, writing and presentation skills, are key pre-requisites.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Legal Executive*

You provide administrative support to the officers in the legal department. This includes retrieval of files and documents from databases, drafting and vetting of routine correspondence and court documents, filing and uploading of all correspondence and internal records, and assisting the lawyers with para-legal tasks. You also monitor and collate timelines, output, key performance indicators and other statistics, and organise events and workshops. Your challenge lies in managing tight deadlines, high volume of work and the varied demands of different practice groups.

You should preferably have a Diploma in Law and Management. Prior work experience in a legal setting (e.g. a law firm or a legal department) is advantageous. You should have good IT skills, especially in word-processing and using spreadsheets. You must possess good communication skills and the ability to multi-task. Interest in issues on law and enforcement will be a bonus.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Civil Resources)

You play a pivotal role in formulating policies and strategies, and putting in place management systems and structures to ensure tight governance, effective use and optimal allocation of civil resources at the national level. On this, you manage and periodically review the national Civil Resources Requisition System, as well as develop and promulgate new/revised civil resources policies and processes. You also cultivate industry support through the Total Defence Awards (TDA) System and administer the nominations of civil resources owners for TDA. Additionally, you coordinate and facilitate emergency preparedness activities for MINDEF and the SAF by establishing and maintaining linkages with relevant stakeholders.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with 1 to 2 years’ work experience in resource management. Besides strong analytical abilities, you should possess good interpersonal, communication and writing skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Aug 19

Manager (Material Provisioning)*

You are responsible for providing professional material support for aviation spares. This includes conducting material requirement planning and ensuring spares availability to meet operational and readiness requirements. You also manage period contracts and review the inventory profile of materials and spares. Additionally, you oversee and optimise related finance budgets, ensuring that they are spent in a cost-effective manner. Your challenge lies in translating strategies into executable policies and procedures.

You must have a tertiary qualification. A keen eye for details and an analytical mind is essential. Possession of the ability to work independently, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Senior Executive Assistant (Logistics)

You assist with material support and logistics matters. These may include stores management, budgeting, procurement, acceptance of goods and services, and associated functions.

You must minimally possess an O level, A level, NITEC or higher NITEC qualification, preferably with relevant work experience in store accounting, logistics or procurement functions. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 08 Aug 19

Manager (Facilities Management)*

You are responsible for the management and supervision of all building infrastructure projects, maintenance requirements and administration. On this, you correspond with appropriate agencies on any matters pertaining to building and infrastructure maintenance, as well as ensure proper, effective and efficient operation and execution of the functions to meet building and infrastructure requirements. You are also involved in the management, budgeting and monitoring of the maintenance funds under your purview. Your challenge lies in efficiently allocating resources and budget for building maintenance and repair, as well as multi-tasking.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in building/facilities management. Possession of good analytical, data processing, communication and interpersonal skills is required. Knowledge of the Workplace Safety and Health Act (WSHA) is essential. Prior work experience in building maintenance and work services is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your work experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Logistics Collaborations)

You foster collaborations and sharing of best practices within MINDEF/SAF, at the Whole-of-Government level, and with foreign defence forces and defence ministries. You also study ways to tap on the national logistics system and resources for the conduct of SAF operations in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Additionally, you formulate and review policies to strengthen the governance, management, effective use and optimal allocation of resources within MINDEF/SAF and value-for-money contracting.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in science, engineering or supply chain, and at least 4 years' work experience in the logistics industry or a logistics-related appointment. Possession of good interpersonal, research, analytical, writing and organisational skills, as well as the ability to manage and work with people of different seniority and background, is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

Executive (Auto Spec)*

You manage the implementation and review of maintenance policies for wheeled vehicles in the Singapore Army. This includes conducting studies on the effectiveness of the maintenance policies, formalising an audit system for the implemented policies, and preparing periodic audit reports.

You should preferably have a diploma, with an ability to multi-task.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (Contract Management - Navy)*

You play a key role in managing contracts for the support of Navy's vessels and systems. On this, you participate in the contract design, and set up processes to ensure that the contracts are effective and efficient to execute. You also monitor and review the contract's performance, propose improvements, as well as ensure that the contracts are renewed or established timely. Your challenge lies in working with multiple stakeholders and parties, to propose the best-fit design, utility and management of contract, to achieve the desired objectives of meeting readiness, performance and compliance.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with 5 years' work experience in contract management, logistics or an engineering-related business. Possession of good analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills is required. Experience with data analytics would be an advantage. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 28 Jun 19

Executive (Training Resource Management)*

You plan, coordinate and allocate resources for trainings. These may include stores management, facilities booking management, procurement and associated functions. You also liaise with different agencies and users to understand the training requirements of individual units. Your challenge lies in ensuring efficient management of training resources and facilities for the Army.

You should preferably have a diploma, with experience in managing and coordinating resources for training. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is essential.

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Last updated on 03 Jun 19

Logistics Manager*

You ensure optimal material support to meet an organisation's operational needs. This includes monitoring annual asset stocktaking exercises, maintaining inventory master records, meeting inventory service standards, managing facilities and overseeing related finance budgets.

You must have a tertiary qualification, along with experience in logistics-related work. A keen eye for details and an analytical mind is essential. Ability to work independently and proficiency in Microsoft Office is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Senior Driver*

You are responsible for chauffeuring duties. You also manage a group of drivers, which includes overseeing their training, discipline and welfare. Working hours are expected to be odd, and details may begin early in the morning while others may end late at night, including weekends and public holidays.

You should preferably have a diploma, with at least 3 years' driving experience. You should have extensive knowledge of Singapore's roads, places of interest and key landmarks.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Nutrition)

You design, analyse and evaluate nutrition policies on food type, daily caloric intake and programmes to meet the training intensity and allow training recovery of soldiers. On this, you collate, monitor and analyse data on health, nutrition status, food consumption and dietary patterns in the SAF. You provide nutritional needs assessments and collaborate with external experts to design and develop nutrition programmes that optimise physical performance by ensuring sufficiency for military training, injury prevention and rehabilitation. You also work with the relevant health promotion research community to conduct nutrition-related research in the SAF. Your challenge lies in ensuring a strong engagement with the various SAF units to proliferate health messages and promote a healthy and nutritious diet to every soldier.

You must have a tertiary qualification in human or nutrition sciences, preferably with 5 years’ experience in a nutrition-related field. Having additional experience as a clinical dietician or nutritionist is advantageous. You should possess good knowledge of scientific methods, and be able to use basic mathematics to describe nutrition parameters to lay persons and academics alike. Appointment will commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 10 Sep 19

Physiotherapist*

You provide comprehensive and quality management of sports-related musculoskeletal injuries for NSFs and servicemen. This includes providing reliable and timely physiotherapy service and managing a SAF physiotherapy centre. You also liaise with respective service-providers, manage projects to ensure smooth and efficient operational work, as well as conduct relevant training and courses for MINDEF/SAF personnel. Your challenge lies in your ability to multi-task in the management of the required administration and execution of various projects.

You must be registered with the Singapore Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC). You must have a professional qualification in Physiotherapy that is recognised by AHPC. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills, along with a strong interest in sports is advantageous.

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Last updated on 03 Jun 19

Paramedic*

You lead an ambulance crew comprising Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-trained medics to deliver emergency medical response. You may also be rostered to the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Medical Training Institute to provide training for SAF EMT trainees. Your challenge lies in exercising the principles of triage and command and control of your team in both management of casualties and the safety of responders in the event of a multi-casualty poly-trauma.

You should preferably have a diploma, with at least 3 years' experience in pre-hospital emergency care. You must have a Level 3 Paramedicine Certification. You should possess good leadership skills and be able to work under challenging situations independently with integrity. You should be self-motivated and have good interpersonal and communication skills.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Clinical Skills)

You are responsible for the training of medics in their foundational clinical skills, with a focus on skillsets relevant to day-to-day functions in the medical centres, and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) medical policies and service quality standards. You are also involved actively in the planning and conduct of continual professional education and re-certification requirements for the medics. Your challenge lies in keeping up to date with industry's best practices and translating these into the SAF's setting.

You must have a tertiary qualification in nursing or a healthcare-related discipline, with at least 3 years' work experience in a healthcare institution or medical training/education industry. Possession of strong interpersonal and communication skills is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Content System Policy)

You develop, implement, review and refresh governance policies and processes for effective, efficient and sustainable content development in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) training institutes/schools, as part of the SAF Learning Transformation. On this, you work in close partnership with various internal stakeholders, as well as with vendors that provide content development services, to resolve operational issues and drive effective and efficient content development processes. Your challenge lies in staying relevant amid the dynamic changes in the landscape that impact the SAF, so that appropriate programmes, initiatives, projects and tools can be identified to support learning needs.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 6 years’ work experience in corporate information management or a related area. Possession of knowledge in learning content development and design, along with strong interpersonal, analytical and writing skills, is essential. Having relevant experience in planning and implementing knowledge management systems in a large institution will be advantageous.

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Last updated on 10 Sep 19

Investigation Officer*

You are part of a team that investigates cases of security implication to MINDEF/SAF and the defence industries. On this, you plan, execute and manage the investigation.

You must have a tertiary qualification. Possession of good communication, analytical and investigative skills is required. You should have initiatives, and preferably knowledge of interview and interrogation techniques.

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Last updated on 29 Aug 19

Manager (Curriculum & Leadership Development)

You develop and review the Training Development System to support the development of learner-centric curriculum. On this, you work closely with the Training Institutes (TIs) to support them in their curriculum transformation endeavour, design and develop lesson plans, and implement initiatives that develop leadership and inculcate the unit’s core values. You also proliferate new learning methodologies and best practices in learning sciences and pedagogies.

You must have a tertiary qualification in instructional design, curriculum development, training development, learning science, education, or a related field, with at least 4 years’ relevant experience in developing and reviewing curriculums, designing lesson plans, or being familiar with other training development processes. You must possess good conceptual skills, along with strong writing and communication skills.

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Last updated on 29 Aug 19

Manager (Occupational Health/Development)*

You assess the occupational health, safety hazards and risks of activities, products, processes and services that the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) partakes in, and ensure that these activities comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSAS) 18001 standards. On this, you conduct monthly occupational health trend analyses to identify problems and propose appropriate corrective actions to eliminate them. You also plan and conduct occupational health education programmes for all SAF Occupational Health and Safety personnel. Your challenge lies in ensuring that professional development is in pace with technology advancement.

You must have a tertiary qualification in occupational health, biomedical-related discipline, with preferably 1 year’ work experience in occupational health or a safety-related field. Possession of good analytical and communication skills is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 19 Aug 19

Deputy Director (Systems Review)

You conduct system-level reviews of MINDEF/SAF systems and processes, in areas such as human resource, finance, procurement, medical, safety and security. You assess the state of the system's health, identify potential system risks and weaknesses, and propose improvements. You also develop relevant lessons learnt from reviews, and studies of commercial best practises, for sharing across MINDEF/SAF. Your challenge lies in understanding the complexities of MINDEF/SAF systems, policies and processes, culture and environment, and macro-level developments in the organisation, so as to effectively carry out the reviews.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in human resource or finance management, with at least 10 years' work experience managing or developing organisation-level systems, and conducting system/process reviews. You must be able to work independently and possess good writing and communication skills.

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Last updated on 16 Aug 19

Manager (Meteorological Study)*

You monitor and analyse weather developments, meteorological phenomena and natural hazards in support of the smooth planning and conduct of SAF operations and training. On this, you prepare weather forecasts and assessments, and conduct weather briefings for relevant stakeholders. You also review and propose improvements to existing procedures and systems for weather information dissemination, as well as develop infrastructure for operational weather support. Your challenge lies in managing the requirements of the stakeholders and understanding the support capabilities of the unit and external agencies.

You must have a tertiary qualification in a science, mathematics or engineering discipline. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 22 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Infrastructure Support)

You manage and facilitate the construction phase of new construction and infrastructure upgrade projects under the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). On this, you maintain close supervision on ground activities through the different project stages, including de-conflicting construction plans and naval base activities so as to avoid disruption to base operations. You also translate RSN's requirements into technical information that engineers and contractors can easily understand and execute correctly on the ground. Additionally, you plan and lead audits on RSN’s land and real estates to enforce governance over their accounting.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in engineering, with 6 to 8 years' relevant work experience and technical knowledge in large-scale construction works. You should be able to work independently, have a keen eye for details, and have strong problem-solving and co-ordination, as well as good interpersonal and communication skills. Possession of experience in coastal construction and naval operations would be advantageous.

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Last updated on 12 Jul 19

Manager (Army Curriculum)*

You are responsible for developing and reviewing curriculum to meet the Army's training and learning needs. On this, you enhance training effectiveness, efficiency and engagement through developing, implementing and reviewing training curricula and materials, operationalising learning technologies, evaluating training and learning solutions, as well as developing assessment tools to measure trainees' competencies. Your challenge lies in working with multiple stakeholders at the same time and staying current with the latest development in learning pedagogies, training sciences and technologies, and teaching methodologies in order to constantly enhance and improve the training system and curricula.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in learning sciences or curriculum design-related fields. You should have good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 24 May 19

Manager (Instructional Development)*

You develop and manage the training and professional development of Training Leaders, Training Developers and Instructors in the training institutes. On this, you ensure that quality training is provided so that this group of staff is competent to execute their instructional and development roles. You also source and provide opportunities for sharing and proliferation of best practices in instructional skills.

You must have a tertiary qualification in instructional design, curriculum development, training development, learning science, education, or a related field. You should preferably have relevant experience in conducting training and facilitating learning, and is well-versed in a wide range of instructional and learning strategies. You must possess good conceptual skills, along with strong writing and communication skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 07 May 19

Assistant Manager (Mapping)*

You implement geospatial policies and standards, as well as new geospatial data and applications, to both MINDEF/SAF and the Ministry of Home Affairs, to support homeland security routine operations. You also coordinate with technical support engineers to ensure the system holding the completed geospatial products are available for the users.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in engineering, or in a geospatial-related field. Possession of geospatial or technical experience is beneficial. You should also have good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

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Last updated on 07 May 19

Assistant Director (Geospatial)

You lead a branch that provides end-to-end geospatial information, analysis and products to MINDEF/SAF and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for their mission success in homeland security operations. You also set up and maintain the common geospatial data policies and their respective governance standards. Additionally, you engage intimately with Home Team's tactical units and agencies on their respective operation matters, as well as engage the Whole-of-Government agencies, inclusive of Boards, academia and industry, to drive future capability development so as to ensure data interoperability and a common governance framework. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of commercial geospatial technologies that can affect homeland security operations, and to enable new geospatial capabilities for both MHA and MINDEF/SAF.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in a geospatial-related field. You should have at least 5 years' work experience, with the ability to understand the technical parameters unique to geospatial research operations. You should also possess good writing, communication as well as interpersonal skills to be able to liaise across various stakeholders.

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Last updated on 07 May 19

Assistant Director (Geospatial Development & Governance)

You provide governance for geospatial data policies and standards to be applied for both MINDEF/SAF and the Ministry of Home Affairs. You also develop new geospatial data, applications as well as services to support the operations of the Singapore Police Force and Singapore Civil Defence Force. Additionally, you ensure the integrity, availability and data interoperability of competed geospatial products for the users.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in a geospatial-related field. Possession of 3 – 5 years' prior technical experience, and knowledge to understand the unique parameters to geospatial research operations, is required. You should also possess good writing, communication and interpersonal skills to support the supervisor in his/her inter-ministries interaction.

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Last updated on 07 May 19

Assistant Director (3D Model & Production)

You lead a section in the generation of high-quality geospatial information, which also includes building of 3D models to aid planning and decision-making for homeland security operations. The disseminated geospatial products must be compatible with homeland operations from both MINDEF/SAF and the Ministry of Home Affairs. You also recommend training packages to be implemented for various staff groups to upgrade their geospatial-related skills.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in a geospatial-related field. Possession of 3 – 5 years' prior technical experience, and knowledge to understand the unique parameters to geospatial research operations, is required. You should also possess good writing, communication and interpersonal skills to support the supervisor in his/her inter-ministries interaction.

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Last updated on 07 May 19

Executive (Business Excellence)*

You are part of a team that oversees the management of the integrated workforce, and the monitoring of performance metrics for the department's functions. You also support reviews to drive continuous business improvements and quality service initiatives to meet the changing needs of the public through the collection and analysis of data, as well as assist in the development of analytics capabilities for the department. Additionally, you assist in the compilation of audit, feedback and management reports.

You should preferably have a diploma, with work experience in data-related areas. Competency in using Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel, is required. You must be meticulous, able to multi-task and possess good interpersonal and communication skills needed to work with various stakeholders.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Manager (Curriculum Development)

You enhance training effectiveness, efficiency and engagement to meet the Army's training and learning needs in the domain of cyber security. On this, you develop, implement and review training curricula and materials. You also operationalise learning technologies, evaluate training and learning solutions and develop assessment tools to measure trainees' competencies. Your challenge lies in working with multiple stakeholders at the same time and staying current with the latest developments in cyber security, in order to constantly enhance and improve the training system and curricula.

You must have a tertiary qualification in an information technology or cyber security-related discipline, preferably with 3 years' of relevant work experience in cyber security. You must be meticulous, and able to multi-task and work under tight deadlines. Possession of good interpersonal and communication skills is essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

Assistant Director (Army Training)

You are responsible for training a key appointment holder in standard processes, products and teamwork, while providing coaching for specialised knowledge, operational judgement and decision-making. On this, you work out the best combinations of exercise design, training technology and teaching methods to support training objectives. You also collate observations for continual improvements, as well as supervise and lead the coaching of staff to facilitate improvement in back room processes of the unit. Additionally, you build learning opportunities by creating an environment that encourages creativity and ingenuity, while adhering to established doctrines. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of the latest and evolving developments in training curriculum, and working under high tempo. You may be involved in extended phases of outfield training.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 5 years' work experience in the training field. Proficiency in Learner-Centric coaching skills, such as Action Learning Process (ALP), is advantageous.

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Last updated on 26 Jul 19

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