Manager (HR & Manpower Operations)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF in Singapore seeks a Strategic HR professional to lead transformation of HR administration and manpower operations, shaping long-term workforce planning and capability development. You will coordinate with stakeholders to review structures and processes, and set annual and multi-year workplans focused on data-driven improvements.

Applicants with experience in strategic HR, workforce planning, or public sector transformation, plus strong communication and independent work capability, are

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic HR, workforce planning or public sector transformation preferred.
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills to engage staff and management at all levels.
• Ability to synthesise insights from diverse sources for clear stakeholder communication.
• Interest in strategic HR and public sector transformation.

Responsibilities

• Drive transformation of HR administration and manpower operations.
• Support capability development, workforce restructuring and long-term strategic planning.
• Review HR structures and processes for efficiency and impact.
• Develop and prioritise annual and multi-year workplans.
• Establish doctrine and training plans for HR administration and manpower operations.
• Analyse HR workforce data to propose data-driven transformation plans.

Skills

Strategic HR

Workforce planning

Organisational development

Public sector transformation

Stakeholder management

Written & verbal communication

Education

Any discipline

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of a strategic team driving the transformation of Human Resource (HR) administration and manpower operations, playing a pivotal role in shaping long-term workforce planning initiatives within the HR domain to ensure the organisation remains future-ready.

What you will be working on:

• Drive transformation of HR administration and manpower operations
• Support capability development, workforce restructuring initiatives, and long-term strategic planning
• Conduct reviews of HR structures and processes
• Develop and prioritise annual and multi-year workplans
• Establish doctrine and training plans for HR administration and manpower operations
• Analyse data on HR workforce and service delivery to propose data-driven transformation plansChallenge(s)
• Translating strategic intent into executable plans amidst evolving operational demands to support capability development and transformation
• Navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and driving collaboration with external agencies to undertake review of policies, processes, as well as executors to implement measures to enhance HR administration
• Balancing innovation with practical solutioning mindset to cope with dynamic environment

What we are looking for:

• Education in any discipline
• Relevant experience in strategic HR, workforce planning, organisational development, or public sector transformation is preferred
• Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to synthesise insights from diverse sources of information, identify and communicate findings clearly and persuasively to stakeholders
• Keen interest in strategic HR and public sector transformation
• Logical thinking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment(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.