Assistant Director (Population Health)

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health invites a driven professional to join the Population Health Division. You will guide a team to formulate strategies, develop policies, and implement population health initiatives aligned with national plans like Healthier SG.

You will work with many stakeholders to drive evidence-based health improvements for Singaporeans. Qualifications include a tertiary degree and strong analytical, writing, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in any discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop broad strategies and plans based on evidence and research to improve the preventive health of population segments in support of our key national population health strategies such as Healthier SG and Grow Well SG
• Identify areas to improve population health outcomes of different population sub-segments in a targeted manner
• Collaborate closely with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to develop and implement these efforts ranging from gap definition, solution development, project planning, monitoring and evaluating initiatives to communications
• Organise and guide approach to evaluating these population health efforts, including taking action on evaluation findings to improve outcomes

Skills

Analytical thinking

Writing skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Collaborative

Governance experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in any discipline

Job description

What the role is:

You will join the Population Health Division (PHD), which is responsible for developing strategy, concepts, policies and working models with partners to improve long-term population health. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

You will guide a team to:

• Formulate and develop broad strategies and plans based on evidence and research to improve the preventive health of population segments in support of our key national population health strategies such as Healthier SG and Grow Well SG
• Identify areas to improve population health outcomes of different population sub-segments in a targeted manner
• Collaborate closely with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to develop and implement these efforts ranging from gap definition, solution development, project planning, monitoring and evaluating initiatives to communications
• Organise and guide approach to evaluating these population health efforts, including taking action on evaluation findings to improve outcomes

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualification in any discipline is required
• Curious and analytical, with good writing and communication skills
• Self-driven and able to build connections and work collaboratively with multiple teams
• Preference for prior experience in managing governance processes or in managing a team
• Commitment to and persistence in improving the healthcare system to serve Singaporeans better
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment

Key Competencies Required:

• Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities.
• Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working.
• Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved.
• Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.

About Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation.As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.