Senior Manager / Manager (Policy & Governance)

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health in Singapore is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager to join the Technology Strategy & Planning Division and shape Singapore's Digital Health future by turning strategic ideas into actionable plans that transform the healthcare system.

In a fast-paced, stakeholder-rich environment, you will develop forward-looking strategies, collaborate with internal agencies and healthcare providers, and monitor KPIs to drive measurable public-health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field such as health informatics, public health, public policy, business or information technology.
• 3–5 years of relevant working experience, preferably in healthcare, digital health or public sector policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with ability to present to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine Singapore's Digital Health strategies and translate them into actionable roadmaps.
• Facilitate high-level Digital Health Forums with key stakeholders and government agencies.
• Build strategic partnerships across health and healthtech sectors and track KPIs to ensure outcomes.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in health informatics, public health, public policy, business, or information technology

Job description

What the role is:

We are hiring a Manager/ Senior Manager to join the Technology Strategy & Planning Division (TSPD) and play a key role in shaping Singapore's Digital Health future. Working at the intersection of technology, policy, and public health, you will contribute to the development of forward-looking strategies and translate them into actionable plans that drive meaningful transformation across our healthcare system.You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

Shape the Future of Healthcare in Singapore

Are you passionate about using technology and policy to improve lives? As a Manager/Senior Manager in the Ministry's Technology Strategy & Planning Division (TSPD), you will play a central role in shaping Singapore's Digital Health landscape — helping to anticipate emerging challenges, develop forward-looking strategies, and translate them into concrete plans that strengthen our healthcare system as care delivery continues to evolve.

What You'll Do

At the core of this role is strategy development. You will contribute to the formulation and refinement of Singapore's Digital Health strategies, thinking ahead to where our healthcare system needs to be and building the roadmap to get there. This involves staying attuned to emerging trends and technologies, identifying gaps and opportunities across the healthcare ecosystem, and developing actionable plans and policy recommendations that drive meaningful and sustainable progress.

You will also support and facilitate high-level Digital Health Forums, where key stakeholders come together to discuss strategies, align priorities, and chart the direction for the sector. You will help shape the forward agenda for these forums, ensuring that the right issues are surfaced and addressed in a timely manner.

Equally important is your role as a collaborator and convenor. You will build and maintain strategic partnerships across the health and healthtech sectors, engage regularly with internal stakeholders, relevant government agencies, and healthcare providers, and work to align plans and resources in support of the Ministry's broader digital health ambitions. You will also track and report on key performance indicators to ensure that strategies are delivering the intended outcomes.

Why This Role Matters

Digital health is one of the most impactful areas of healthcare transformation today. The strategies developed in this division will shape how millions of Singaporeans access and experience care in the years ahead. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to national-level work at the intersection of technology, policy, and public health to build a healthier Singapore.

What we are looking for:

The potential candidate should have an understanding of Singapore’s healthcare system in the area of digital health, with the ability to identify gaps and opportunities.

Education & Experience

• A degree in a relevant field such as health informatics, public health, public policy, business, or information technology
• At least 3–5 years of relevant working experience, with prior experience in healthcare, digital health, or public sector policy preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Good understanding of Singapore's healthcare system and the digital health landscape, including key trends, technologies, and policy developments
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and develop clear, actionable recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas clearly to senior stakeholders
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously

Attributes & Competencies

• A collaborative team player who is able to build and maintain effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• A proactive and forward-looking mindset, with a keen interest in emerging technologies and their applications in healthcare
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail in planning, reporting, and secretariat functions

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.