Manager (Media & Strategic Communications Analyst)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Defence of Singapore seeks a media analyst to monitor and analyse media coverage and discussions that impact national defense. This role involves producing reports, conducting risk assessments, and supporting strategic communication, requiring a strong understanding of media and interests in political developments.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in a vernacular language is advantageous.
• Expertise with social media platforms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse media coverage and online discussions.
• Provide timely updates, analysis, and recommendations.
• Conduct risk assessments of significant issues of concern.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Good understanding of the media landscape

Interest in political and security developments

Excellent command of spoken and written English

Job description

What The Role Is

You monitor and analyse media coverage and online discussions across various media outlets and platforms, and identify trending conversations and issues of interest that have potential operational, policy, and reputational repercussions on MINDEF, SAF and Singapore’s defence.

What You Will Be Working On

• Provide timely updates, analysis, and recommendations
• Produce regular and ad-hoc reports, tracking dashboards, and in-depth analyses
• Conduct risk assessments of significant issues of concern
• Support decision-making and strategic communications planning
  
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Identifying and sense-making key indicators/issues of interest
• Curating information into products for top MINDEF/SAF management
• Making recommendations to support high-level decision-making
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Good understanding of the media landscape
• Interest in political, defence, and security developments in Singapore and the region
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Ability to handle stress
• Capacity to think quickly in crisis situations
• Sharp and analytical mind
• Proficiency in a vernacular language is advantageous
• Expertise with social media platforms is advantageous
• Willingness to perform rotational duties
  
  
  

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.