Manager (Career Management & Development) - Paya Lebar

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense ministry is looking for a Human Resources Officer to oversee the career planning and development of personnel. The successful candidate will provide career guidance, lead recruitment and selection processes, and ensure compliance with manpower policies. Candidates should have education in HR or related fields, strong communication skills, and experience in talent management. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to national security and develop a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Education in relevant fields like HR, Business Admin, or Psychology.
• Prior experience in talent management or career development preferred.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee career planning and development of personnel.
• Provide career guidance for professional growth.
• Conduct ranking and promotion boards.
• Lead recruitment and selection processes.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills

Education

Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field

Job description

What the role is:

You oversee the career planning and development of personnel to ensure optimal talent development and retention.

What you will be working on:

• Provide career guidance to support personnel's professional growth and advancement
• Prepare and conduct ranking and promotion boards
• Lead recruitment and selection processes as hiring manager
• Implement manpower policies effectively while ensuring compliance with organisational standards
• Challenge(s): Maintaining a thorough understanding of complex manpower policies and systems
• Managing the diverse population with varying career aspirations, backgrounds and development needs

What we are looking for:

• Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field
• Prior relevant experience, with exposure to talent management, career development or manpower planning is advantageous
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.