Assistant Director (Succession Planning) - Dieppe Barracks

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Singapore seeks an experienced HR professional to oversee National Service Human Resource matters. The role involves managing personnel dynamics, supporting development programs, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess at least 6 years of HR management and administration experience, along with excellent communication skills. Join this vital position that ensures effective succession planning and personnel management in support of national security.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant HR experience in management and administration.
• Proficient in managing personnel dynamics and data management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NSmen personnel management including staffing and succession planning.
• Facilitate quarterly NS HR Boards and coordinate HR initiatives.

Skills

Human resource management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

What the role is:

You oversee National Service (NS) Human Resource (HR) matters and personnel management to maintain a robust succession planning pipeline.

What you will be working on:

• Manage various aspects of NSmen personnel management including staffing, succession planning, development and recognition programmes
• Facilitate quarterly NS HR Boards
• Collaborate various stakeholders to coordinate HR initiatives
• Provide smooth and effective administrative support across all functions

Challenge(s):

• Managing the complex dynamics of NS succession planning while ensuring continuity and effectiveness of the leadership pipeline
• Coordinating different priorities across multiple stakeholders

What we are looking for:

• At least 6 years of experience in human resource management, administration, and data management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with multiple stakeholders

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 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.