Manager (Media Engagement)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore seeks a professional to plan and execute public and digital communication efforts. Responsibilities include formulating publicity plans, managing communications during events, and engaging with media. The ideal candidate has qualifications in communication studies, strong English skills, and an interest in media and defence developments.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in another language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work odd hours and travel overseas at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Formulate publicity plans for mainstream and social media platforms.
• Work with media organisations on feature stories.
• Draft responses to forum letters and media queries.
• Develop local and international media engagement strategies.
• Manage public communications during incidents and unplanned events.

Skills

Strong command of written and spoken English

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Keen interest in Singapore's media, political, defence and security developments

Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape

Education

Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences, or Information and Communication Technology/Digital Media

Job description

Overview

You plan and execute public and digital communication efforts in support of MINDEF/SAF’s communication objectives, principally to preserve and strengthen public trust and confidence in national defence, National Service (NS) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

What You Will Be Working On

• Formulate publicity plans for mainstream and social media platforms
• Work with media organisations on feature stories
• Draft responses to forum letters and media queries
• Develop local and international media engagement strategies
• Manage public communications during incidents and unplanned events

Challenges

• Working with multiple stakeholders to understand complex policy and operational issues
• Developing effective communication strategies under time pressure

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences, or Information and Communication Technology/Digital Media
• Strong command of written and spoken English
• Proficiency in another language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Keen interest in Singapore's media, political, defence and security developments
• Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Ability to work odd hours and travel overseas at short notice

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.