Manager (Information Management)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF is seeking a Communications Information Management professional to develop, draft, and review DIS information management plans in collaboration with DIS Departments and Commands, aligning with strategic communications and security considerations.

You will work on developing messaging, vetting publicity materials, and coordinating with agencies to plan information training for DIS personnel, contributing to MINDEF/SAF's mission.

Qualifications

• Education in Communications, Psychology, International Relations, or Social Sciences is preferred.
• Good conceptual and analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information.
• Strong writing skills with attention to detail and clarity.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and draft DIS information management plans in collaboration with DIS Departments and Commands.
• Develop and execute strategic communications messaging through information management plans and forums.
• Vet DIS-related publicity materials to ensure consistency of messaging and portrayal.

Skills

Conceptual & Analytical

Strong writing

Interpersonal & communication

Education

Communications/Psychology/IR/Social Sciences degree

Job description

What the role is:

You develop, draft, and review various Defence Intelligence Service (DIS) information management plans in collaboration with DIS Departments and Commands, and relevant stakeholders in accordance with DIS strategic communications and security considerations.

What you will be working on:

• Develop and execute strategic communications messaging through information management plans and communications lines via relevant forums
• Vet DIS-related publicity materials and articles to ensure consistency of the DIS's portrayal and messaging
• Collaborate with relevant agencies to plan and execute information training and education for DIS personnel for required Strategic Communications (SC) skills

Challenge(s): Appreciation and understanding of the MINDEF/SAF/DIS operations; Keeping abreast with events and news which may impact the DIS; Coordination and collaboration with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

What we are looking for:

• Education in Communications, Psychology, International Relations, or Social Sciences is preferred
• Good conceptual and analytical skills with ability to synthesise complex information
• Strong writing skills with attention to detail and clarity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a dynamic 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.