Manager (Defence Relations - Joint)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking to strategically plan SAF defence relations efforts with Countries of Interest. You will maintain an overarching view of engagements to ensure alignment with SAF outcomes.

The role involves coordinating with internal stakeholders and developing in-depth understanding of each country's strategic dynamics. The ideal candidate has education in IR/Political Science/History or Social Sciences, strong English skills, and a keen interest in geopolitical

Qualifications

• Education in International Relations, Political Science, History or Social Sciences.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Additional language skills are advantageous.
• Interest in current geopolitical developments.
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide rapid assessments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee defence relations calendar of events for identified SAF leaderships
• Coordinate with various internal stakeholders
• Assess implications of developments on SAF policy
• Develop deep expertise in each country's strategic dynamics, key issues, personalities and perceptions of Singapore/SAF
• Identify emerging trends
• Conduct research, synthesise information and present informed recommendations
• Prepare briefs and briefing folders

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Creative thinker

Strategic thinking

Education

International Relations

Political Science

History

Social Sciences

Job description

What The Role Is

You assist in working closely with MINDEF and SAF Joint/Services to strategise and plan SAF's defence relations efforts with Countries of Interest to achieve policy outcomes. You also maintain an overarching view of defence relations engagements across MINDEF and the SAF to ensure alignment and understanding of overall SAF's outcomes.

What The Role Is

You assist in working closely with MINDEF and SAF Joint/Services to strategise and plan SAF's defence relations efforts with Countries of Interest to achieve policy outcomes. You also maintain an overarching view of defence relations engagements across MINDEF and the SAF to ensure alignment and understanding of overall SAF's outcomes.

What You Will Be Working On

• Plan and oversee defence relations calendar of events for identified SAF leaderships
• Coordinate with various internal stakeholders
• Assess implications of developments on SAF policy
• Develop deep expertise in each country's strategic dynamics, key issues, personalities and perceptions of Singapore/SAF
• Identify emerging trends
• Conduct research, synthesise information and present informed recommendations
• Prepare briefs and briefing folders

Challenge(s)

• Managing dynamic nature of defence relations which may be adversely affected by geopolitical developments
• Providing quick assessments of events in ever-changing security environment
• Discerning and distilling wide-ranging sources of information which can impact the SAF and its operations

What We Are Looking For

• Education in International Relations, Political Science, History or Social Sciences related fields
• Strong command of written and spoken English, proficiency in second language advantageous
• Keen interest in current trends across Singapore's political/geopolitical, defence and security developments
• Team player who is motivated and motivational
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enjoy creative work and demonstrate innovative spirit in dealing with issues
• Strategic thinking ability with capability to provide quick assessments

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.