Assistant Director (Infrastructure Planning & Policy)

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking a dedicated professional to lead initiatives in developing quality healthcare infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to assess healthcare needs and conceptualize new facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a passion for improving public health, and the ability to lead a team effectively. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the health and well-being of the community, ensuring access to quality and affordable healthcare for all Singaporeans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience, preferably in the healthcare industry.
• Strong analytical and writing skills to support policy development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to identify healthcare needs and plan new facilities.
• Work with government agencies to secure resources for healthcare.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

What the role is:

You will play a critical role in planning and formulating policies to implement cost effective infrastructure solutions and securing the necessary resources to develop quality public healthcare infrastructure to meet Singapore’s healthcare needs.You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

You will be leading a team to work with MOH Divisions and stakeholders to:- identify current and long-term healthcare needs;- conceptualise and plan new public healthcare facilities;- work with other government agencies to secure the necessary resources to develop public healthcare facilities;- ensure that resources are utilised effectively and efficiently.

What we are looking for:

Key Competencies Required:• Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities.• Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working.• Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved.• Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.• Leadership – developing and grooming your team.• Positive, self-motivated, and high standard of integrity, able to work independently as well as in a team.• Strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills.• At least 5 years of working experience, prior working experience in the healthcare industry would be an added advantage.As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation.As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.