Manager (Contract Execution) - Changi

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government defense agency in Singapore is seeking a professional to manage contractual and financial matters for maintenance contracts. The ideal candidate will have a background in Business, Finance, or Engineering, alongside strong communication and analytical skills. The role requires oversight of contracts, ensuring compliance with guidelines and managing budgets effectively. Commitment to maintaining current financial policies and addressing process gaps is essential. Competitive appointments based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in outsourcing or contracting procedures is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractual and financial matters for maintenance contracts.
• Ensure adherence to guidelines in contract execution.
• Conduct regular internal audits to identify transactional risks.
• Recommend changes to keep internal control measures relevant.
• Manage and monitor budgets allocated to contracts.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in data analytical tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Education in Business, Accountancy, Finance, Engineering, or Logistics Management

Job description

What the role is:

You manage contractual and financial matters for maintenance contracts, ensuring adherence to MINDEF/SAF guidelines.

What you will be working on:

• Manage contractual and financial matters for maintenance contracts under your portfolio
• Ensure adherence to MINDEF/SAF guidelines in contract execution
• Conduct regular internal audits to identify transactional risks
• Recommend changes to keep internal control measures relevant and adequate
• Manage and monitor budgets allocated to contracts
• Evaluate resource and fund deployment effectiveness

Challenge(s)

• Staying current with finance and audit policy changes
• Evaluating and identifying gaps in existing processes
• Making sound recommendations to bridge identified gaps
• Managing diverse contracts with various pricing mechanisms

What we are looking for:

• Education in Business, Accountancy, Finance, Engineering, Logistics Management or a related field
• 3 years of experience in outsourcing or contracting procedures is advantageous
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in data analytical and reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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.