Manager / Senior Manager / Assistant Director (Emergency Preparedness)

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced officer to join their team, focusing on developing emergency plans and managing contingencies for peacetime crises linked to climate change. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the logistics or supply chain sectors, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This is a two-year contract position with possibilities for extension or permanent placement.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in developing emergency plans and exercise planning.
• Experience in the shipping, logistics or supply chain industry is preferable.
• Strong analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Formulate contingency plans for peacetime crises and climate change risks.
• Review and improve the MPA Crisis Management framework.
• Conduct regular crisis management exercises to validate operational readiness.

Skills

Developing emergency plans

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description Summary
[What the role is]

The officer will be part of a team working with both government and private organisations to meet national interests.

[What you will be working on]

These tasks include formulation of contingency plans to mitigate peacetime crisis and emerging risks brought forth by climate change and hazards from the use of new energy sources such as green fuels. The roles and responsibilities will also include review of our MPA Crisis Management framework and contingency plans, and conducting regular crisis management exercises to validate WoG ops readiness and coordinated responsiveness. He/She will also be required to support EP systems’ capability development, knowledge management of EP information, operational readiness, as well as training and exercises planning and evaluation.

[What we are looking for]

• At least 5 years of experience in developing emergency plans and exercise planning,

• Past experience in the shipping, logistics or supply chain industry will be an added advantage

• Highly driven, organized, able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

• Strong analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team

• Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent appointment.