Senior Manager

Ministry of Digital Development and Information; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Government Ministry in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager to conduct research and analysis on public opinion trends to inform policy and enhance communications. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, alongside knowledge of statistics and research methods. This role involves collaboration with agencies and requires excellent communication and initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of Government’s policies.
• Knowledge and understanding of fundamental statistics and research methods.
• Interest in communications and public policy issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on public opinion trends.
• Develop partnerships with key agencies.
• Design evidence-based, data-driven research approaches.

Skills

Strong observational skills

Analytical capabilities

Good communication skills

Education

Good degree in Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics

Tools

SPSS

Python

R

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of a team that undertakes in-depth research and analysis work on public opinion trends in Singapore, to inform government policy and improve government communications on key socio‑economic issues such as employment, cost of living, retirement adequacy and broader concerns affecting citizens and businesses. As Assistant Manager/ Manager/ Senior Manager, you will be required to develop partnerships with key agencies, identify policy and communications gaps, and design evidence‑based, data‑driven research approaches to inform relevant stakeholders on suitable interventions.

What you will be working on:

To succeed in this role, you will need a broad understanding of Government’s policies and be able to engage stakeholders across Whole‑of‑Government. You will also need to have an objective and evaluative mind to provide rational perspectives on public policy issues and effectively tap into a range of research tools.

What we are looking for:

• Good degree from a recognised university in Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics and other related disciplines
• Knowledge and understanding of fundamental statistics and research methods
• Knowledge of SPSS will be advantageous. Familiarity with programming software (e.g. Python or R) and data visualisation is a bonus.
• Strong observational and analytical capabilities
• Able to exercise initiative and work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in communications and public policy issues
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced environment

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.

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About Ministry of Digital Development and Information

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) drives Singapore’s digital development in four key domains — the economy, government, security, and society. MDDI oversees the development of the infocomm technology, cybersecurity, and media sectors; the Government’s digitalisation initiatives; and the national library, national archives, and public libraries. The Ministry is also responsible for effective public communications, and the Government’s information and public communication policies.