Assistant Director (Public & Digital Communications)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national defense ministry in Singapore is seeking an experienced individual to lead and execute public and digital communication strategies. Responsibilities include managing media engagements, shaping public perceptions, and representing the organization in various media interactions. Candidates should have a solid background in communications with at least 6 years of relevant experience. A keen interest in Singapore's media and political landscape is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in journalism, media, public relations, or corporate communications.
• Proficiency in a second language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) is useful.
• Keen interest in Singapore’s media, political, defence, and security developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to formulate and execute communication strategies.
• Manage local and international media engagement.
• Handle crisis and incident communications.
• Shape positive perceptions among key audiences.
• Represent the organization in media interactions.

Skills

Strong command of written and spoken English

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Ability to work independently

Meticulous and detail-oriented

Education

Education in Communication Studies, Political Science or Social Sciences

Political Science or Social sciences

Job description

What The Role Is

You lead a team to formulate, coordinate and execute public and digital communication strategies that strengthen MINDEF/SAF's corporate image and maintain public trust in national defence, National Service (NS) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

What You Will Be Working On

• Develop and execute communication strategies
• Manage local and international media engagement
• Handle crisis and incident communications
• Leverage mainstream and social media platforms
• Shape positive perceptions among key audiences
• Represent MINDEF/SAF in media interactions
• Function as Service Account Manager
• Coordinate communications and publicity events

Challenge(s)

• Balancing policy sensitivity with operational considerations
• Coordinating multiple stakeholders to meet organisational objectives
• Maintaining composure and adaptability during major incidents
• Managing rapid changes in short-cycle media environment
• Building and maintaining effective media relationships
• Working odd hours and travelling overseas on short notice

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Communication Studies, Political Science or Social sciences
• At least 6 years of experience in journalism, media, public relations or corporate communications
• Strong command of both written and spoken English
• Proficiency in a second language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) is useful
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently
• Assertive, meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Keen interest in Singapore’s media, political, defence and security developments
• Good understanding of Singapore’s media landscape
• Ability to work odd hours and travel overseas on short notice for work

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.