Senior / Assistant Director, Care Policy, ACE Group

Ministry of Manpower; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in Singapore is seeking a dedicated individual to lead healthcare policy initiatives for migrant workers. The role involves collaborating with multiple stakeholders and overseeing healthcare data monitoring to enhance service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a background in healthcare policy design and project management, with a commitment to improving health outcomes for migrant workers.

Qualifications

• Tertiary education in a relevant healthcare field.
• Proven experience in healthcare policy design and project management.
• Experience collaborating with government ministries and NGOs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of preventive healthcare policies for migrant workers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to co-create healthcare solutions.
• Monitor health data to improve programme effectiveness.
• Develop standards for ACE Nursing Team with medical professionals.

Skills

Healthcare policy design

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary education in nursing, pharmacy, allied health

Job description

What the role is:

The AD/SAD, Care Policy will work under the oversight of Deputy Director (Medical Policy) to lead the branch’s policy officers and the ACE Nursing Team. The role involves working closely with stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health, Anchor Operators of the primary healthcare system for MWs, and community partners to formulate and implement care policies aimed at safeguarding and improving MWs’ health.

What you will be working on:

Key responsibilities:

• You will lead the development and implementation of preventive healthcare policies and programmes for migrant workers (MWs), focusing on mental health, dental care, musculoskeletal issues, and chronic disease management. This includes identifying health gaps and designing comprehensive care ecosystems to enhance health awareness and access to healthcare services.
• You will collaborate closely with stakeholders including the Ministry of Health, Anchor Operators, and community partners to co-create innovative healthcare solutions through evidence-based policy design and implementation. Establishing and maintaining strong partnerships will be essential to ensure effective delivery of healthcare initiatives.
• A vital part of this role involves leading the monitoring and surveillance of health data through MW surveys, OC KPIs, and self-harm incident tracking. Analyzing health-related data will help improve programme effectiveness and identify new technologies to facilitate early risk detection and promote health-seeking behaviours among MWs.
• You will oversee the development of professional standards and competencies for the ACE Nursing Team (ANT), working with medical doctors to enhance capabilities in health education, clinical case management, and care coordination for migrant workers with diverse healthcare needs.

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary education in nursing, pharmacy, allied health, or related healthcare fields.
• Proven experience in healthcare policy design and project management.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across government ministries and external partners such as NGOs.

About Ministry of Manpower

Championing Human Potential for a Thriving Singapore. Singaporeans are at the core of our mission. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) aims to empower our people and foster a resilient, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. Working closely with tripartite partners, industry, and community stakeholders, we develop workforce and workplace policies that promote resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for Singapore. As an MOM officer, you will contribute to this impactful mission—shaping forward-looking manpower policies, strengthening industrial relations, enhancing workplace safety, and balancing local and foreign workforce regulations. MOM is committed to creating an inclusive environment for our national workforce and our officers, who work tirelessly to realize human potential for a thriving Singapore.