Analyst - Senior Principal Analyst (International Relations/ ERD)

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Market Authority (EMA) in Singapore seeks a professional to lead international energy engagements within the External Relations Department. You will work with governments, industry and international partners to shape outcomes beyond Singapore and advance regional energy initiatives.

You will collaborate across agencies and with international counterparts to strengthen energy policy and cooperation, including travel overseas when required.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Clear and confident communication across cultures and institutions.
• Organised, collaborative and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Team player who builds trusted relationships across agencies and international counterparts.

Responsibilities

• Drive bilateral engagements with international partners to advance Singapore’s Four Switches.
• Represent Singapore at ASEAN and other high-level multilateral forums.
• Build and sustain high-impact strategic dialogues with international counterparts and organisations such as IEA and IRENA.
• Drive regional interconnectivity initiatives like LTMS-PIP, ASEAN Power Grid, ASEAN REC Framework and other regional projects.

Skills

Analytical and critical thinking

Clear communication

Organised and collaborative

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Law or related discipline

Economics or related discipline

Public Policy or International Relations

Political Science or related discipline

Job description

[What the role is]

At the Energy Market Authority (EMA), your passion and expertise help power Singapore’s clean energy future. As we work towards net-zero goals and navigate the evolving energy landscape, we remain committed to Powering the Impossible by strengthening regional energy connections, accelerating clean energy adoption, and ensuring a resilient and reliable power system for all.

If you are looking to help shape a brighter future for Singaporeans and make a meaningful impact on our energy landscape, we invite you to join us today.

[What you will be working on]

As part of the External Relations Department, you will work with a team to drive Singapore’s international energy engagements and cooperation. You will collaborate with governments, industry, and international partners to shape and deliver outcomes beyond Singapore. Your work will help chart the future of our energy systems and in translating ambition into action.

Within this department sits our International Relations Branch, and we are looking for a team member to play a central role in:

• Driving bilateral engagements with international partners to advance Singapore’s “Four Switches”
• Representing Singapore at ASEAN and other high-level multilateral forums
• Building and sustaining high-impact strategic dialogues with international counterparts and organisations such as IEA and IRENA
• Driving landmark regional interconnectivity initiatives such as the Lao PDR–Thailand–Malaysia–Singapore Power Integration Project (LTMS-PIP), the ASEAN Power Grid, ASEAN REC Framework, and other regional initiatives.

[What we are looking for]

• You are energised by the opportunity to contribute to Singapore’s energy future through international engagements.
• You possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• You communicate clearly and confidently and are comfortable engaging stakeholders across different cultural and institutional settings.
• You are organised, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• You are a strong team player who builds trusted relationships and works effectively across agencies, industries, and with international counterparts.

Preferred Qualifications

You are someone who:

• Has an education in Law, Economics, Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science or other related disciplines
• Has relevant experience in international relations, public policy, external engagement, or the energy sector; experience with regional or multilateral issues is an advantage.
• Has a strong understanding of energy policy and global trends.
• Project management experience and proficiency in other languages are advantageous.
• Is prepared to travel overseas for work when required.