Senior Manager / Manager / Assistant Manager (Strategy, Policy & Planning)

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Health in Singapore invites applications for a Senior Manager/Manager/Assistant Manager within the Mental Health Office. The role focuses on coordinating Whole-of-Government efforts, developing strategic policies, and promoting social-health integration across the mental health ecosystem.

You will manage multiple priorities and engage diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate has postgraduate Public Health qualifications and strong analytical skills, with experience in data science

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience applying data science to health data
• Ability to develop and monitor strategic plans and evidence-based recommendations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across multiple agencies

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor Whole-of-Government efforts under the Strategy and maintain resource allocation
• Conduct strategic planning and enabler development for the mental health ecosystem
• Employ data science techniques to monitor and optimise mental healthcare utilisation patterns

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data science

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Independent work

Education

Postgraduate Public Health

Job description

What the role is:

As a Senior Manager / Manager / Assistant Manager in the Mental Health Office, you will play a critical role to support the coordination of Whole-of-Government efforts and development of strategies and policies in the implementation of the National Mental Health and Well-being Strategy. You will also support longer term strategic planning and development of enablers in mental health care and promotion of social-health integration for the mental health ecosystem of the future.You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

To develop an effective mental health ecosystem, you will support the Office to implement the National Mental Health and Well-being Strategy("Strategy") in the following areas but not limited to:(1) Coordinate and monitor Whole-of-Government efforts under the Strategy through developing, coordinating and monitoring population-level mental health and well-being indicators and maintaining the Office's resource allocation;(2) Conduct strategic planning and enabler development for the mental health ecosystem, e.g. develop strategies to address gap and challenges in the mental health research landscape; and(3) Employ data science techniques to monitor, project, and optimise mental healthcare utilisation patterns; and develop and maintain monitoring and reporting processes to provide timely updates to key stakeholders.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualifications in healthcare, public health or related field, preferably psychology or allied health or life science. Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply.
• Postgraduate education in Public Health or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Relevant knowledge and experience in developing and implementing strategies and policies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven experience of applying data science and modelling techniques to analyse and simulate trends of healthcare services utilisation and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Additional experience in stakeholder engagement or public communications would be an advantage.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and well-versed in coordination and logistical arrangements.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team, and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Competencies Required:

• Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements - Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities.
• Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working.
• Improving & Innovating - Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved.
• Working Effectively with Stakeholders - Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.
• Serving with Heart, Commitment and Purpose - Ability to commit to the work scope to deliver on agency and whole-of-government outcomes.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health's (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people - to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH's responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation.As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore's healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.