Assistant Director (Business Operations)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is looking for a candidate to oversee and optimize daily operations. Responsibilities include managing projects, driving digital transformation, and establishing data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate has significant experience in business operations and a strong educational background in psychology or related fields. Leadership skills and an analytical mindset are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in business operations or strategic planning.
• Demonstrated success in implementing digital transformation initiatives.
• Good understanding of data governance and security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage departmental operations.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects.
• Drive digital transformation.
• Establish data governance frameworks.
• Lead research methodology advancement.

Skills

Business operations

Digital transformation

Data governance

Research methodologies

Stakeholder management

Education

Education in Psychology or related field

Job description

What The Role Is

You oversee and optimise the Defence Psychology Department’s daily operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and alignment with organisational objectives.

What You Will Be Working On

• Manage departmental operations
• Coordinate cross-functional projects
• Drive digital transformation
• Establish data governance frameworks
• Lead research methodology advancement
• Oversee IT ecosystem integration
• Manage stakeholder relationships
• Deliver psychological products
  
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Building a resilient IT ecosystem by integrating digital tools and systems into workflows
• Establishing a robust data governance framework
• Curating new analysis methodologies to deliver quality psychological products
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Psychology or related field with specialisation in research methods and demonstrate a strong foundation in psychological research methodologies
• At least 8 years of experience in business operations or strategic planning, with demonstrated success in implementing digital transformation initiatives
• Good understanding of data governance and security frameworks, data management workflow and experience managing technical projects in complex organisations
• Leadership presence and organisational awareness to coordinate business operations across multiple stakeholders.
• Track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships across government agencies
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking to translate complex psychological theories into practical military frameworks
• Technical aptitude and strategic mindset to drive digital transformation and data governance initiatives
• Systematic approach and adaptable mindset to balance day-to-day operations with long-term strategic development
• Adaptable mindset to balance day-to-day operations with long-term strategic development
  
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.