Entry-Level Public Health Tech Innovator

National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

In the Vector Control Policy Department (VCPD) of the National Environment Agency, you will join a team that explores and pilots technologies, including AI and data-driven solutions, to strengthen public health operations in areas such as vector control, sanitation and public cleanliness. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates keen to apply technology to real-world challenges.

You will collaborate with internal teams, institutions of higher learning, and external vendors to translate

Qualifications

• Curiosity about emerging technologies and AI with a real-world focus.
• Comfort with data and deriving practical insights.
• Proficiency with common productivity and presentation tools.
• Experience from school projects, internships, or personal tech/research work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in diverse teams.
• Positive, responsible, and proactive attitude.
• Organized, detail-oriented with good planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify operational challenges addressable through technology or process improvements.
• Research, evaluate and recommend emerging technologies, including AI, for public health operations.
• Translate operational needs into problem statements and trial plans.
• Plan and deliver trials, including funding, procurement and stakeholder coordination.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies and gather user feedback.
• Document lessons learned and analyse trial data.
• Support technology-related enquiries and troubleshooting.
• Track project milestones and deliverables.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curiosity in tech

Data literacy

Productivity tools

Project experience

Communication

Team player

Positive attitude

Organized approach

Job description

In the Vector Control Policy Department (VCPD) of the National Environment Agency, you will join a team that explores and pilots technologies, including AI and data-driven solutions, to strengthen public health operations in areas such as vector control, sanitation and public cleanliness. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates keen to apply technology to real-world challenges.

You will collaborate with internal teams, institutions of higher learning, and external vendors to translate