Senior/Assistant Director (Energy Communications), Comms & Engagement Div

Ministry of Trade and Industry; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) seeks an Energy Communications Officer to articulate MTI’s policies and developments to external stakeholders, with a focus on low‑carbon energy and nuclear energy in Singapore.

You will develop and implement integrated communications strategies, lead media outreach, plan public relations activities and partnerships, and provide strategic counsel to profile MTI’s work for a vibrant economy.

Minimum 3–5 years in media relations or journalism is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of related work experience in media relations and/or journalism.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sound communications strategies.
• Strong writing and editorial judgment.
• Good project management and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in public sector policy matters and economy-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies and create content that supports MTI announcements and initiatives.
• Design messaging to achieve impactful and effective communication.
• Proactively develop media outreach and communication strategies to profile MTI’s work.
• Collaborate with external partners and agencies on stakeholder outreach and awareness building.

Skills

Media relations

Public speaking

Strategic communications

Writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations or related field

Job description

What the role is:

As Singapore pursues solutions to generate low‑carbon energy for the future, the Energy Communications Officer at MTI will be responsible for communicating the Ministry’s policies and developments (with a focus on the area of Nuclear energy) to external stakeholders such as the media, general public, students, by developing and implementing integrated communications strategies, media outreach and public relations efforts, and creative partnerships to support MTI’s mission to develop a future‑ready economy.

What you will be working on:

You will be responsible for communicating MTI’s policies to external stakeholders such as the business community, industry players, and the general public. You will provide strategic communication counsel for our policies, organise events and activities in the areas of public relations, media relations, stakeholder engagement and marketing communications to profile MTI’s work in developing a vibrant and dynamic Singapore economy (with a focus on low‑carbon energy solutions and nuclear energy).

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies and create content that supports MTI announcements and initiatives.
• Design appropriate messaging to achieve the desired outcome of impactful and effective communication.
• Proactively develop media outreach and communication strategies to profile and communicate the Ministry’s work.
• Collaborate with and manage external partners and agencies on stakeholder outreach and awareness building.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant field of study in Communications, Public Relations, Arts and Social Sciences or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of related work experience in media relations and/or journalism.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing sound communications strategies and strong media relations skills.
• Good project management and organisational skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong writing skills.
• Interest in public sector policy matters and economy related issues.

About Ministry of Trade and Industry

The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) seeks to transform Singapore into a leading global city of talent, enterprise and innovation. Our mission is to promote economic growth and create good jobs to enable Singaporeans to improve their lives. In MTI, you can expect an exciting, challenging and rewarding career!