Assistant Director (Operations Trainer)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF is seeking a qualified military training officer to oversee training and coaching on operations planning methodologies. The role involves evaluating staff, developing exercise scenarios, and supporting operational exercises, requiring a deep understanding of military operations and effective instructional skills. Ideal candidates will have significant military experience and possess strong coaching capabilities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of military operations and doctrine.
• At least 6 years relevant experience, preferably as a military operations officer.
• At least 3 years as a Military Operations Officer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training and coaching on operations planning methodologies.
• Train and evaluate Operations Cell/Staff.
• Develop exercise scenarios and evaluate plans.

Skills

Instructional skills

Coaching skills

Military operations understanding

Education

Completion of Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff College

Job description

What the role is:

You are responsible for delivering training and coaching on operations planning methodologies for Army while supporting exercises conducted by Training Headquarters/Centre.

What you will be working on:

- Train and evaluate Operations Cell/Staff in planning considerations, methodologies and monitoring
- Participate in local and overseas exercises
- Develop exercise scenarios and evaluation plans
- Support doctrine development and implementation
- Design and conduct learning modules
Challenges:
- Maintaining both breadth and depth of knowledge in military operations at various operation levels, including civil dimensions
- Keeping abreast of doctrine changes to design challenging yet safe exercises

What we are looking for:

- Completion of Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff College is preferred
- At least 6 years relevant experience, preferably as a military operations officer
- At least 3 years as a Military Operations Officer preferred
- Strong understanding of military operations and doctrine
- Effective instructional and coaching 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, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers opportunities in various fields such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. DXOs work alongside military personnel to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission, ensuring Singapore's security and stability. Our collective efforts secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.