Manager (Information Policy & Strategy)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF seeks a professional to formulate, integrate, and synchronise information policies across Strategic Communications to deepen public understanding and safeguard support for defence and NS. The role collaborates with MINDEF/SAF departments and public agencies to build trust and enhance international standing.

You will develop and implement SC policies, monitor public sentiment, and drive the Strategy and Plans Information Hub, aligning policy approaches with national messages.

Qualifications

• Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field.
• At least 2 years of communications experience.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape.
• Knowledge of Singapore's media, political, defence and security developments.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Shortlisted candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate Strategic Communications policies and strategies.
• Understand observed trends and advise on SC policy and strategy.
• Analyze trends and advise on Strategic Communications policy and strategy.
• Maintain up-to-date understanding of public sentiments and align MINDEF/SAF's narrative and policy approaches to the national-level framework and messages.
• Drive the operational development of MINDEF/SAF Strategy and Plans Information Hub and plan.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct information exercises.
• Utilising multi-pronged sources of information to make sense of ongoing and rapidly developing changes in the information environment.
• Developing clear and implementable plans and policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field

Job description

What the role is:

You formulate, integrate, and synchronise information policies and strategies across all domains of Strategic Communications (SC), working closely with MINDEF/SAF departments and public agencies to deepen understanding and safeguard public commitment to defence, build trust and confidence in MINDEF/SAF, enhance our international standing, and maintain support for National Service (NS).

What you will be working on:

• Develop and integrate Strategic Communications policies and strategies
• Understand observed trends and provide advice on SC policy and strategy
• Analyse trends and provide advice on Strategic Communications policy and strategy
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of public sentiments and align MINDEF/SAF's narrative and policy approaches to the national-level framework and messages
• Drive the operational development of MINDEF/SAF Strategy and Plans Information Hub and plan
• Plan, coordinate and conduct information exercisesChallenge(s)
• Utilising multi-pronged sources of information to make sense of ongoing and rapidly developing changes in the information environment
• Developing clear and implementable plans and policies

What we are looking for:

• Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in communications is preferred
• Strong command of written and spoken English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape
• Knowledge of and keen interest Singapore's media, political, defence and security developments
• Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail(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.