Senior Manager/ Manager (Community Outreach)

Ministry of Digital Development and Information; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government ministry in Singapore is seeking an experienced communications professional to manage corporate communication functions and stakeholder engagements. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in strategic communications and crisis management, strong data analysis skills, and is proficient in both English and Malay. This role requires excellent interpersonal abilities and a passion for current affairs.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in strategic communications planning.
• Proficiency in English and Malay required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Department’s corporate communication functions.
• Support the Director in stakeholder engagements.
• Identify emerging issues and opportunities in communications.

Skills

Data analysis

Digital communication

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Job description

What the role is:

The candidate will be required to sense-make and identify emerging issues and opportunities as part of pre-emptive and proactive communications.

What you will be working on:

To do so, the candidate will need to be data- and citizen-centric, leverage different communication platforms, and experiment with new and emerging communication trends to achieve impactful and integrated outcomes. The candidate will also manage the Department’s corporate communication functions, including marketing and branding, mainstream media, and social media engagements. Additionally, they will support the Director in stakeholder engagements and handle other projects and duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• At least 5 years of work experience, preferably in strategic communications planning, crisis communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement, with demonstrated ability in developing, implementing, and reviewing communication plans
• Intermediate to advanced data analysis and digital communication skills
• A strong team player with excellent interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills, capable of working across teams and with diverse stakeholders, including vendors
• Good knowledge of local and foreign media
• Keen interest in current affairs, emerging trends, and issues, especially those relating to Malay/Muslim matters in the context of Singapore’s multi-racial and multi-religious society, requiring proficiency in English and Malay in speaking and writing
• Willing to work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays
• Ability to work well under pressure

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About Ministry of Digital Development and Information:

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) promotes Singapore’s digital development across four key domains — the economy, government, security, and society. MDDI oversees the infocomm technology, cybersecurity, and media sectors; the government’s digitalisation initiatives; and the national library, archives, and public libraries. It is also responsible for effective public communications and government information policies.