Manager (Defence Policy Office)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF in Singapore seeks a candidate to shape and advance Singapore's defence and external security interests. You will develop strategies, advocate for Singapore as a security partner of choice in the region, track geopolitical developments and advise leadership on policy responses for near and long-term scenarios.

The role involves identifying opportunities and risks, remaining updated on evolving security tech, and navigating complex geopolitical landscapes.

Qualifications

• Keen interest in international affairs and security issues.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Capacity to think flexibly and innovatively.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Proactive and collaborative team player mentality.
• Applicants with no experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to advance Singapore's security objectives.
• Advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice in the region.
• Track geopolitical and security developments.
• Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and policy responses for both near and long-term.
• Identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutions.
• Staying abreast of developments in the changing security environment and emerging technologies.
• Navigating complex geopolitical landscapes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Team player

Flexible thinking

Proactive

Job description

What the role is:

You play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Singapore's defence and external security interests.

What you will be working on:

• Develop strategies to advance Singapore's security objectives
• Advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice in the region
• Track geopolitical and security developments
• Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and policy responses for both near and long-term
• Identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutionsChallenge(s)
• Staying abreast of developments in the changing security environment and emerging technologies
• Navigating complex geopolitical landscapes

What we are looking for:

• Backgrounds from diversified fields, including STEM-related disciplines, are welcome
• Keen interest in international affairs and security issues
• Strong analytical abilities
• Capacity to think flexibly and innovatively
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Proactive and collaborative team player mentality(Applicants with no experience may apply.)You may be required to travel overseas for work. 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.