Lead Analyst (Operations Research)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Defence of Singapore seeks a seasoned defence analyst to deliver timely analysis on non-kinetic capabilities across Asia-Pacific. You will research security developments in identified countries, monitor trends in procurement and collaborations, and present findings to military leaders and stakeholders.

The role requires 6+ years in defence capability research, strong English writing, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Education in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies or a related field preferred.
• At least 6 years of defence capability research or analysis experience.
• Strong command of English with excellent writing skills.
• Aptitude for languages.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize large information sets.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively on topics of interest.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on security developments in identified countries-of-interest
• Maintain oversight on non-kinetic defence developments and capabilities, including implications of technological developments on military capabilities
• Monitor, analyse and identify trends in defence procurement strategies, defence collaborations and technology development
• Work independently or as part of a team to produce high-quality, original research products on identified topics-of-interest
• Explore and identify new areas of research relevant to various stakeholders
• Present research findings and assessments to military leaders and relevant stakeholders

Skills

English writing

Analytical thinking

Synthesis of information

Independent & team work

Education

IR / Political Science / Security Studies degree

Job description

What The Role Is

You provide accurate and timely analysis on non-kinetic defence capabilities and related developments on countries-of-interest in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

What You Will Be Working On

• Conduct research on security developments in identified countries-of-interest
• Maintain oversight on non-kinetic defence developments and capabilities, including the implications of technological developments on military capabilities
• Monitor, analyse and identify trends in defence procurement strategies, defence collaborations and technology development
• Work independently or as part of a team to produce high-quality, original research products on identified topics-of-interest
• Explore and identify new areas of research relevant to various stakeholders
• Present research findings and assessments to military leaders and relevant stakeholders

Challenge(s)

• Keeping pace with the evolving landscape of defence capability developments, particularly in the non-kinetic and technological realm, and quickly appraising complex issues, their related ecosystems, and stakeholders involved in support of MINDEF/SAF
• Synthesising and analysing large amounts of information to form coherent assessments on identified issues and communicating findings concisely to non-specialist stakeholders

What We Are Looking For

• Education in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies or a related field is preferred
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in defence capability research or analysis
• Strong command of the English language with excellent writing skills
• Aptitude for languages
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically, synthesise large amounts of information and draw sound conclusions and assessments
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively towards identified topics-of-interest
• Strong interest and knowledge of current political and defence developments, and their implications for countries-of-interest and the international order
• Keen interest in defence and military affairs and history, with a focus on Asia

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.