Senior Manager / Manager (Primary Care - CS&P)

Ministry of Health (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Health (Singapore) invites experienced policy professionals to contribute to strategies that strengthen primary care, improve integration of public and private services, and support Healthier SG and national programmes. You will operate in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities and stakeholders to shape policy recommendations.

You will work within the Primary & Community Care division, handling capacity planning, new care models, and evaluation of government schemes,

Qualifications

• A degree in Science or Medical related field would be advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Keen interest in policy formulation and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support transformation of primary care, capacity planning and evaluation of new care models.
• Engage stakeholders, plan outreach sessions and review feedback on proposed policy changes.

Education

Science or Medical related degree

Job description

What The Role Is

You will contribute to the development of strategies to strengthen the provision of primary care services, transforming healthcare delivery and improving the integration of public and private primary care within the regional healthcare systems (RHS). This role supports Healthier SG and national programmes to drive better health outcomes.

What The Role Is

You will contribute to the development of strategies to strengthen the provision of primary care services, transforming healthcare delivery and improving the integration of public and private primary care within the regional healthcare systems (RHS). This role supports Healthier SG and national programmes to drive better health outcomes. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that requires the ability to manage and balance multiple priorities and stakeholders.

What You Will Be Working On

You will play an important role within the Primary & Community Care (PCC) division.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Supporting the transformation of primary care, including capacity and services planning, development and evaluation of new care models, reviewing the funding and operational arrangements for various government schemes under primary care.
• Engagement of key stakeholders: You will plan and conduct outreach sessions, engage key stakeholders and review their feedback on proposed changes to strengthen policy recommendations.

What We Are Looking For

• A degree in Science or Medical related field, such as Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Nursing, Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Public Health or Public Administration would be advantageous.
• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting.
• A strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills. The candidate should have a keen interest in policy formulation and implementation, and the ability to understand and manage ground-level considerations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies Required

• Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to manage tight timelines, operating context and ground realities.
• Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and ways of working.
• Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing associated risks.
• Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.

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