Assistant Director (Defence Research)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is looking for an experienced professional to conduct defence and security research. The role involves analysing socio-economic developments and guiding research efforts. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 years of experience, language skills in Melayu or Bahasa Indonesia, and strong analytical and leadership skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of research experience.
• Strong analytics and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct defence and security research.
• Analyse socio-economic developments.
• Identify key research focus areas for the team.

Skills

Research experience

Language expertise in Melayu or Bahasa Indonesia

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management ability

Leadership skills

Job description

What the role is:

You conduct research and provide timely analysis of defence and security developments and socio-economic issues in the country of interest.

What you will be working on:

- Conduct defence and security research
- Analyse socio-economic developments
- Build and maintain databases
- Identify key research focus areas for the team, guide research efforts, and provide inputs to guide the generation of assessments
- Support branch head duties
Challenges:
- Keeping pace with military developments in the country of interest and regional trends that influence capability development
- Understanding intelligence demands and effectively communicating requirements across stakeholders

What we are looking for:

- At least 6 years of research experience
- Language expertise in Melayu or Bahasa Indonesia
- Strong analytics and strategic thinking skills
- Stakeholder management ability
- Good leadership skills
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy. In case deterrence fails, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.
The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF, offering opportunities in various fields such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same commitment towards defence, DXOs work alongside military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence work together to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.