Assistant Manager (Communication Centre)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental defense agency in Singapore seeks an individual to assist in managing daily mail operations and readiness of the Communication Centre. The ideal candidate will supervise personnel, ensure compliance with operational standards, and help maintain equipment. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in Logistics and Finance, with a focus on audit checks, demonstrating a customer-oriented mindset and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Logistics and Finance, preferably in audit checks.
• Willingness to unlearn and relearn.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily mail operations and readiness of Communication Centre.
• Supervise and develop subordinates for operational performance.
• Plan training programs for operational proficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security protocols.

Skills

Customer-oriented mindset

Resourceful and problem-solving skills

Good organisational awareness

Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment

Education

Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field

Job description

Overview

What the role is: You assist in managing the daily 24/7 mail operations and readiness of the Communication Centre (COMCEN), overseeing the Mail Services Work Centre while maintaining high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Account for and maintain all the equipment and tools managed and operated under your charge
• Ensure compliance with safety, security and fire precautions
• Provide effective support and guidance to the personnel in the operations
• Supervise, appraise, develop and motivate subordinates in order to derive optimal performance
• Plan the training programme for the personnel under your charge to ensure operational proficiency for the work centre\'s effectiveness and responsiveness
• Assisting the Officer-in-Command in ensuring all 24/7 COMCEN related job requests are completed within the agreed timescales

Qualifications

• Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in Logistics and Finance, preferably in the area of audit checks
• Customer-oriented mindset
• Willingness to unlearn and relearn
• Good organisational awareness
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment
• Resourceful and problem-solving skills

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.