Strategic Security Policy Manager

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

Job summary

MINDEF invites applications for a policy-focused role shaping Singapore's defence and external security interests. You will develop strategies, advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice, and track geopolitical developments.

The role requires strong writing and presentation skills, analytical ability, and a proactive, collaborative mindset; travel may be required. Backgrounds from diversified fields, including STEM, are welcome. Appointment will reflect experience.

Qualifications

• Diverse backgrounds welcome, including STEM fields.
• Strong interest in international affairs and security issues.
• Solid analytical abilities.
• Able to think flexibly and innovatively.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Proactive, collaborative team player; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to advance Singapore's security objectives.
• Advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice in the region.
• Track geopolitical and security developments.
• Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and policy responses for near and long-term.
• Identify opportunities and risks and propose forward-looking solutions.

Skills

STEM background

International affairs interest

Analytical abilities

Flexible thinking

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Team player

Job description

MINDEF invites applications for a policy-focused role shaping Singapore's defence and external security interests. You will develop strategies, advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice, and track geopolitical developments.

The role requires strong writing and presentation skills, analytical ability, and a proactive, collaborative mindset; travel may be required. Backgrounds from diversified fields, including STEM, are welcome. Appointment will reflect experience.