Assistant Director (Media Relations)

Ministry of Digital Development and Information; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government ministry in Singapore is seeking an experienced individual to lead communications and media strategies. The role involves supervising a small team, planning media engagements, and developing effective outreach materials. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, have at least 6 years of experience in communication fields, and be adept at managing media relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about fostering public engagement and communicating government policies effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of work experience in communications and engagement strategies.
• Strong analytical ability and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of media officers.
• Execute media planning cycles and evaluate media outcomes.
• Develop media materials like press releases and factsheets.

Skills

Communication strategies

Media relations

Analytical skills

Project management

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of MDDI’s Communications and Engagement Division that strategises, develops and drives communications and outreach plans for key areas of the Ministry’s work to engage hearts and minds for a thriving digital future.

What you will be working on:

• Supervise and provide guidance to a small team of media officers
• Plan and execute a full media planning cycle, including media analysis, development of robust media plans, implementation of media plans (including media engagements and event management), and evaluation of media outcomes to ensure effectiveness of media plan
• Manage day-to-day media requests
• Develop media materials including press releases, factsheets and talking points
• Staff Political Office Holders for media interviews, events and engagements. This, includes preparatory work and onsite/virtual staffing for events to ensure good media coverage
• Establish good media relationships with key media contacts and identify opportunities to proactively pitch stories

What we are looking for:

• At least 6 years of work experience in developing and implementing effective communications and engagement strategies, preferably with experience in media and strategic communications
• Excellent grasp of issues, policies, and current affairs
• Keen awareness of political sensitivities
• Strong analytical ability and project management skills
• Experience in issues management and comms coordination with internal and external stakeholders
• Good editing, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to explain policies and technical topics in a clear and simple way for the general public
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and work independently or as part of a team

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified. For more information on careers in MDDI, please access the link (https://www.mddi.gov.sg/join-us/careers/life-at-mddi/). For more information on our job vacancies, please access Careers@Gov (https://www.careers.gov.sg/) and search for “MDDI” in the Search bar.

About Ministry of Digital Development and Information

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) drives Singapore’s digital development in four key domains — the economy, government, security, and society. MDDI oversees the development of the infocomm technology, cybersecurity, and media sectors; the Government’s digitalisation initiatives; and the national library, national archives, and public libraries. The Ministry is also responsible for effective public communications, and the Government’s information and public communication policies.