Manager (Sentinel Programme)

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

Job summary

MINDEF in Singapore is seeking a candidate to support the Sentinel Programme, a youth talent development initiative by the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS). You will help manage and execute activities to nurture emerging talents and promote the programme.

The role requires strong project management, data analytics and communication skills. At least 2 years of relevant work experience. Appointment will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Strong project management, planning and organisational skills.
• Good data analytics skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and organise activities for the Sentinel Programme.
• Plan and execute branding and publicity activities to promote the programme.
• Perform data analytics to assess programme and student performance.
• Review programme outcomes and recommend improvements to meet programme objectives.
• Support vendor and contract management.
• Maintain good networking with stakeholders of the Sentinel Programme.
• Challenge(s) - Implementing a large-scale public-facing programme.

Skills

Project management

Data analytics

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning

Education

Computer Science

Data Science

Job description

What the role is:

You support the management and execution of the Sentinel Programme, a youth talent development initiative by the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS).

What you will be working on:

• Plan, coordinate and organise activities for the Sentinel Programme


• Plan and execute branding and publicity activities to promote the programme


• Perform data analytics to assess programme and student performance


• Review programme outcomes and recommend improvements to meet programme objectives


• Support vendor and contract management


• Maintain good networking with stakeholders of the Sentinel Programme


• Challenge(s)- Implementing a large-scale public-facing programme

What we are looking for:

• Education in Computer Science and Data Science is preferred


• At least 2 years of relevant work experience


• Strong project management, planning and organisational skills


• Good data analytics skills


• Good communication and interpersonal skills


• MeticulousAppointment 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.