Strategic Communications Policy & Strategy Lead

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF seeks a professional to formulate, integrate, and synchronise information policies across Strategic Communications to deepen public understanding and safeguard support for defence and NS. The role collaborates with MINDEF/SAF departments and public agencies to build trust and enhance international standing.

You will develop and implement SC policies, monitor public sentiment, and drive the Strategy and Plans Information Hub, aligning policy approaches with national messages.

Qualifications

• Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field.
• At least 2 years of communications experience.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of Singapore's media landscape.
• Knowledge of Singapore's media, political, defence and security developments.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Shortlisted candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate Strategic Communications policies and strategies.
• Understand observed trends and advise on SC policy and strategy.
• Analyze trends and advise on Strategic Communications policy and strategy.
• Maintain up-to-date understanding of public sentiments and align MINDEF/SAF's narrative and policy approaches to the national-level framework and messages.
• Drive the operational development of MINDEF/SAF Strategy and Plans Information Hub and plan.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct information exercises.
• Utilising multi-pronged sources of information to make sense of ongoing and rapidly developing changes in the information environment.
• Developing clear and implementable plans and policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Education in Communication Studies, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field

Job description

MINDEF seeks a professional to formulate, integrate, and synchronise information policies across Strategic Communications to deepen public understanding and safeguard support for defence and NS. The role collaborates with MINDEF/SAF departments and public agencies to build trust and enhance international standing.

You will develop and implement SC policies, monitor public sentiment, and drive the Strategy and Plans Information Hub, aligning policy approaches with national messages.