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

Ministry of Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Singapore is seeking a policy‑oriented professional to strengthen primary care delivery and integrate public and private services within RHS. The role emphasizes practical policy work and cross-sector collaboration.

You will work in the Primary & Community Care division to drive capacity planning, develop and evaluate new care models, and review funding and operational arrangements for government schemes under primary care.

Qualifications

• A healthcare-related degree is advantageous but not required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support transformation of primary care and policy implementation efforts.
• Engage stakeholders and review feedback on policy changes.
• Participate in capacity planning and evaluation of new care models.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Medical related field

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.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:a) 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.b) 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.

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.