Military Talent & Career Strategy Lead

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF is seeking a seasoned HR professional to oversee the career and performance management of Military Intelligence Experts within Joint Intelligence Command. You will drive succession planning, cross-domain postings, and ROA decisions across SAF formations.

You will establish performance management, coordinate promotions, and identify manpower gaps to sustain readiness. Strong leadership, communication, and ability to perform under time pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Education in Human Resource or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in manpower planning, career management, or human resource operations is preferred.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and perform under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the career and succession planning of Military Intelligence Experts (MIEs), including cross-domain postings and placements across HQ, formations, and other units or departments within the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).
• Perform course nominations as part of career management and Route of Advancement (ROA) planning.
• Establish and manage the performance management system.
• Serve as the custodian of all promotion and ranking matters within the Command.
• Identify manpower shortages and project future requirements.
• Manage resource allocation and staffing of regulars to fulfil operational demands.
• Challenge(s)- Developing an in-depth understanding of all manpower policies, procedures, and issues affecting personnel and their career advancement across the Command.
• Maintaining strong knowledge of intelligence domains to assess the unique operational requirements of JIC and sustain optimal staffing levels with the right mix and quality of people.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Time pressure management

Education

HR or related field

Job description

MINDEF is seeking a seasoned HR professional to oversee the career and performance management of Military Intelligence Experts within Joint Intelligence Command. You will drive succession planning, cross-domain postings, and ROA decisions across SAF formations.

You will establish performance management, coordinate promotions, and identify manpower gaps to sustain readiness. Strong leadership, communication, and ability to perform under time pressure are essential.