Desk Manager (Technology Collaboration)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking a dynamic professional to shape and advance Singapore's defence technology interests through engagement with partner countries and agencies, spanning government and industry. You will coordinate international collaboration in acquisition programmes, R&D, and emerging technologies and advise MINDEF leadership on strategic implications.

This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Education preferably in Science, Engineering, Political Science, International Relations, History, or any related field.
• Experience in defence acquisition, technology and systems management is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to advise leadership effectively.
• Ability to prioritise assignments and work in a dynamic environment under pressure.
• Applicants with no experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engagements and collaboration with partner countries in acquisition programmes, research and development, and emerging technologies.
• Manage and execute in-country and overseas bilateral visits, meetings, and conferences.
• Stay abreast of geopolitical, security, and technological developments.
• Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and opportunities for defence technology collaboration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Work under pressure

Education

Science/Engineering/Political Science/International Relations/History or related field

Job description

What The Role Is

You are responsible for shaping and advancing Singapore's defence technological interests with assigned countries or agencies, covering activities with government and industry.

What You Will Be Working On

• Coordinate engagements and collaboration with partner countries in acquisition programmes, research and development, and emerging technologies
• Manage and execute in-country and overseas bilateral visits, meetings, and conferences
• Stay abreast of geopolitical, security, and technological developments
• Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and opportunities for defence technology collaboration

Challenge(s)

Keeping up-to-date with rapidly evolving geopolitical, security, and technological landscapes

What We Are Looking For

• Education preferably in Science, Engineering, Political Science, International Relations, History, or any related field
• Experience in defence acquisition, technology and systems management is advantageous
• Strong analytical and communication skills to advise leadership effectively
• Ability to prioritise assignments and work in a dynamic environment under pressure
• (Applicants with no experience may apply.)

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.