Deputy Director (Command & Staff Training) - Air Force

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking a senior training lead to shape the leadership capabilities of SAF officers across the Army, Navy, Air Force and DIS for senior appointments.

You will design and deliver courses at the SAF military college, oversee overseas study visits, and organise dialogues with distinguished speakers while producing analyses on global security and technology trends to support defence diplomacy.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in policy, training, or operational domains.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to refine course curricula.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders, locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and conduct courses at the SAF military college.
• Manage Overseas Study Visits.
• Organise Distinguished Speaker Dialogues.
• Mentor officers to prepare them for senior leadership appointments.

Skills

Curriculum development

Analytical skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Advanced degree in Strategic Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or Adult Learning

Job description

What The Role Is

You will be responsible for training, mentoring, and developing the professional skills of Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) officers from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) to prepare them for senior leadership appointments.

What You Will Be Working On

• Lead the development and conduct of courses at the SAF military college
• Manage Overseas Study Visits
• Organise Distinguished Speaker Dialogues
• Produce analytical pieces on global security, military affairs, and technology developments
• Mentor and coach officers to prepare them for senior leadership appointments
• Maintain positive international relations and foster defence cooperation between the SAF and foreign militaries

Challenge(s)

• Operating independently while engaging effectively with senior leaders and subject matter experts across a complex, multi-service environment
• Balancing a dual focus on internal officer development and external representation, requiring tact and diplomacy

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Strategic Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Adult Learning, or a related field is preferred
• At least 15 years of relevant experience with significant staff experience in policy, training, or operational domains
• Strong analytical expertise with the ability to refine course curriculum and deliver credible, high-level instruction to both local and international officers
• Professional seniority and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong written communication skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.