Manager Community Engagement

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking an individual to plan and implement stakeholder engagement for Total Defence. You will conceptualize approaches, develop community engagement plans, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mass Communication or related fields, along with a year of experience in public relations or events management. This role fosters a creative mindset and emphasizes strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in public relations, marketing or events management is preferred.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement stakeholder engagement for Total Defence and National Education.
• Conceptualize engagement approaches and creative concepts.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders and public agencies.

Skills

Public relations

Marketing

Event management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Creativity

Education

Degree in Mass Communication, Arts or Social Sciences

Job description

What the role is:

You plan and implement stakeholder engagement for Total Defence, National Education and Support for Defence, to enhance Singaporeans’ commitment to defence and commitment to Singapore.

What you will be working on:

• Conceptualise engagement approaches and creative concepts
• Develop and implement effective community engagement plans
• Monitor the progress and associated publicity efforts
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, public agencies and community partners
• Manage and evaluate the effectiveness of engagement programmes for external stakeholders such as pre-enlistees, National Cadet Corp/uniformed groups, educators, civil servants and grassroots leaders

Challenge(s): Developing informed strategies and methods to engage target audiences amidst the constantly evolving social landscape and needs so that they continue to be advocates for the security and success of Singapore.

What we are looking for:

• Education in Mass Communication, Arts or Social Sciences
• At least 1 year of experience in public relations, marketing or events management is preferred
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Strong interpersonal abilities
• Good organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Multi-tasking capabilities
• Creative mindset (Applicants with no experience may apply.)

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.