Assistant Director (Performance Management) - Navy New MINDEF | Human Resources Closing on 06 Dec 2026

NLB; Singapore; In loco; SGD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

MINDEF Singapore seeks a senior Performance Management leader to head the RSN's MDES PM team. You will shape the full spectrum of PM processes, driving fair and consistent assessments across formations, units, and HQ.

You will lead ranking boards, advise on policy implementation, and collaborate with HR partners and line managers on PM matters, including promotions and salary reviews, ensuring compliance and audit readiness.

Competenze

• At least 6 years of experience in performance management, HR advisory or related functions.
• Analytical and systems-oriented with ability to interpret complex information.
• Detail-oriented with meticulous documentation.
• Credible and tactful with ability to advise on sensitive issues.
• Ethical, fair-minded and with strong judgement.
• Interest in people management, process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Able to interpret and apply PM policies, deviations and precedents.
• Able to provide balanced, credible PM recommendations.

Mansioni

• Govern RSN ranking systems by developing and reviewing RSN ranking doctrine and processes.
• Develop communication packages and engage stakeholders for ranking requirements.
• Lead ranking boards and provide ranking secretariat support and advisory.
• Oversee promotions, Merit Increment, and salary review payments with robust controls.
• Balance PM, Career Planning, Development and talent management considerations.
• Navigate PM processes to minimise disruption to operations.
• Provide accurate PM guidance, drawing on MINDEF/SAF performance systems and precedents.

Conoscenze

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Credible advisory

Ethical mindset

People management

Policy interpretation

Defensible recommendations

Discretion with sensitive info

Formazione

Relevant education

Descrizione del lavoro

What the role is:

You will lead the Performance Management (PM) team in overseeing and driving the effective implementation of the full spectrum of PM processes for the Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) population. The role supports the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) performance management framework, with a focus on driving fair, consistent and effective assessments of MDES personnel across the RSN. You will be involved in ranking assessments analysis, policy implementation and advisory work, working closely with senior management, HR partners and line managers on PM-related matters.

What you will be working on:

• Drive and govern RSN ranking systems by developing, implementing and reviewing RSN ranking doctrine and work processes to ensure fair, consistent and robust ranking practices across Formations, Flotillas, Squadrons, Ground Units and HQ Departments
• Develop communication packages and engage stakeholders to facilitate understanding and implementation of ranking requirements, while incorporating feedback and operational considerations into continuous improvements
• Lead Flotilla, Formation and RSN-level ranking boards and oversee the provision of ranking secretariat support, including providing sound advisory to stakeholders and addressing competing considerations and ranking quota constraints
• Oversee the administration and governance of promotion and performance-related payments, including Performance Bonus, Merit Increment and salary review payments, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant execution with robust controls and documentation to meet audit and governance requirements
• Challenge(s)- Integrating knowledge of PM, Career Planning and Development, and talent management to understand their interdependencies, sense‑make complex issues and provide advice that balances organisational and personnel outcomes
• Navigating the complexities of PM processes and workflows, assessing their operational and administrative impact on the RSN and designing effective processes that minimise disruption to operational outcomes
• Providing accurate, well‑grounded advice on PM matters, drawing on a strong understanding of Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)/Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) performance and rewards systems, policies, guidelines, deviations and precedents, while building networks with PM counterparts across the Services to address complex and unique cases

What we are looking for:

• Education in a relevant field is preferred
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in performance management, HR advisory, or related functions
• Analytical and systems-oriented, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify interdependencies and make sound, evidence-based judgements
• Detail-oriented and meticulous, ensuring accuracy, consistency and proper documentation
• Credible and tactful, with the ability to communicate clear and objective advice on sensitive or contentious issues while maintaining trust and confidentiality
• Ethical and fair-minded, demonstrating impartiality, integrity and sound judgement
• Strong interest in people management, process improvement, stakeholder engagement and cross‑functional collaboration
• Able to interpret and apply policies, guidelines, deviations and precedents consistently to complex cases
• Able to provide balanced, credible and defensible recommendations on PM matters
• Able to handle sensitive personnel and PM-related information with discretion and professionalismOnly 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 myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their 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 complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.