Strategic Programs Director, Information Budget & Governance

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF is seeking a strategic leader to head a team responsible for the Information Budget and the governance of So Drama! Entertainment (SDE), a MINDEF Related Organisation sponsored by the MINDEF Communications Organisation (MCO).

You will drive the long-term strategy and business model for SDE, oversee its performance and contractual arrangements, anticipate resource needs, and build strong, independent relationships across a diverse stakeholder network to reconcile competing demands.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of working experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Interest in Singapore's political, defence and security developments, current affairs, and industry technological developments.
• Strong command of both spoken and written English.
• Adept at forming professional partnerships and engaging a large network of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive the long-term strategy and business model of SDE.
• Oversee the performance and contractual arrangements of SDE, balancing operational agility, financial prudence and appropriate governance levers.
• Anticipate resource requirements and make sound recommendations on funding priorities and trade-offs.
• Develop a strong understanding of strategic objectives and evolving operational needs of the Information Community and SDE, building relationships across a diverse network of stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategy development

English proficiency

Job description

MINDEF is seeking a strategic leader to head a team responsible for the Information Budget and the governance of So Drama! Entertainment (SDE), a MINDEF Related Organisation sponsored by the MINDEF Communications Organisation (MCO).

You will drive the long-term strategy and business model for SDE, oversee its performance and contractual arrangements, anticipate resource needs, and build strong, independent relationships across a diverse stakeholder network to reconcile competing demands.