Deputy Director (Content Development)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is looking for a leader to drive content strategy development in support of national priorities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in content and curriculum development, with a strong grasp of current affairs and the ability to innovate in digital content. This role emphasizes public communication, educational leadership, and fostering national commitment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant work experience in content and curriculum development.
• 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with digital and social media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement content strategies.
• Lead educational curriculum development.
• Manage digital marketing and partnerships.

Skills

Content strategy development

Digital marketing

Curriculum development

Public communication

Knowledge of current affairs

Education

Education in Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, or related field

Job description

What The Role Is

You lead content strategy development and implementation in support of Whole-of-Government (WOG) priorities for National Education (NE), Total Defence, and national policy positions. This includes building greater commitment to Singapore, as well as strengthening national identity, societal cohesion and resilience, commitment to defence, and support for national service amongst domestic audience groups. You also act as the functional lead in NE content development pertaining to defence and security related issues

What You Will Be Working On

• Develop and implement content strategies
• Lead educational curriculum development
• Manage digital marketing and partnerships
• Oversee content creation for defence and security topics
• Build public awareness and threat literacy
• Foster constructive discussions on national issues
• Strengthen content development systems
• Guide team innovation in digital content
  
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Ensuring content strategy is fit for purpose and future-proofed to keep pace with the evolving geopolitical, domestic, and technological landscape
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge and understanding of current affairs, geopolitical developments, and domestic issues, including how this impacts Singapore and domestic audiences
• Being astute in determining appropriate content formats, messages, and takeaways for audiences especially in areas such as Singapore’s foreign and defence policy
• Being creative and quick to adapt content development strategy to keep pace with information landscape trends
• Leading the team to innovate and experiment to stay ahead of the curve
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Public Administration, Communications or a relevant field
• At least 15 years of relevant work experience in content and curriculum development, with at least 5 years of supervisory experience
• Familiarity with digital and social media landscape
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Keen interest in Singapore's story, defence and security matters and current affairs
  
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.