Senior Assistant Director Digitalisation Office

Ministry of National Development; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore seeks an experienced candidate to pioneer digital policy and AI governance frameworks. The successful applicant will collaborate with various teams to operationalize digital and AI policies, enhancing internal efficiency and service delivery. Qualifications include a relevant degree and 3–5 years of experience in digital policy, AI governance, and data management. Strong skills in policy development, communication, and risk management are essential. This role promises a dynamic environment at the intersection of innovation and compliance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in digital policy and AI governance.
• Familiarity with AI technologies and public-sector ICT frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and maintain digitalisation and AI governance policies.
• Develop frameworks for AI product development governance.
• Monitor and report key risk indicators for AI and digital systems.

Skills

Policy Development & Implementation

Data and Risk Management

Change Management

Business Development & Needs Analysis

Communication & Influence

Education

Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Engineering, or Public Policy

Job description

What the role is:

You will join MND’s Digitalisation Office to pioneer digital policy and AI governance frameworks that ensure the secure, responsible, and effective use of AI and digital technologies across the Ministry Family (MF). This role positions you at the intersection of innovation and compliance, balancing the need for agility in adopting emerging technologies with robust governance to safeguard public trust. You will collaborate with system owners, business units, and technical teams to operationalise Whole-of standard government (WOG) digital and AI policies, transforming data and AI into strategic assets that enhance MND and Ministry family’s internal efficiency and service delivery.

What you will be working on:

Digital Policy Development & Governance Frameworks

• Formulate and maintain MND‑specific digitalisation and AI governance policies, ensuring alignment with WOG directives, IM8, and AI ethics guidelines.
• Design and strengthen system‑level enablers to catalyse responsible AI adoption across operational units and Ministry Family agencies.
• Identify and manage AI risks, data protection, sharing, and classification for business domains.

AI Governance & Risk Management

• Develop frameworks for AI product development governance, including bias detection, explainability, and metrics guideline to measure performance.
• Monitor and report key risk indicators (KRIs) for AI and digital systems to senior management.

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What we are looking for:

Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Engineering, Public Policy, or a related discipline. At least 3–5 years of experience in digital policy, AI governance, data management, or Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) roles. Familiarity with AI technologies, model lifecycle management, and public‑sector ICT frameworks.

Skills & Competencies: Policy Development & Implementation – Ability to design and operationalise digital and AI governance policies that balance innovation with compliance. Data and Risk Management – Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI and digital risks across complex systems. Change Management – Adept at influencing and collaborating across diverse internal and external stakeholders. Business Development & Needs Analysis – Ability to anticipate emerging technology trends and translate them into actionable strategies. Communication & Influence – Strong gosto for articulating complex technical and policy concepts clearly to senior management and non‑technical audiences.

About Ministry of National Development

The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world‑class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans.

Our Vision: An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City. MND’s Indeed reflects its growing emphasis not just on physical infrastructure, but also on the softer aspects of creating emotional attachment in our people, the global talent and corporations we attract here. At the same time, it articulates MND’s goal of building upon Singapore’s unique distinguishing characteristics to develop Singapore as a global city of knowledge, culture and excellence.

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Our Mission: Develop World‑Class Infrastructure. MND will provide quality physical infrastructure for the nation by working with our partners in the public and private sectors. Create a Vibrant, Resilient and Sustainable Living Environment. MND will strive to make Singapore a livelier and more exciting city, and ensure our nation is well‑prepared to face the growing uncertainties and complexities. MND will also maintain the quality and resilience of our built and natural environment to_validation high standards of living, and carry out development that meets the needs of the present without compromising that of future generations. Provide Affordable and Accessible Public Housing. MND will commit to support Singaporeans’ homeownership aspirations and ensure public housing remains affordable and accessible. Build Rooted and Cohesive Communities. MND will strive to foster our citizens’ attachment and love for our homeland and maintain social cohesiveness in our communities, even as Singapore continues to be an open and globalised society.