What the role is:You oversee the strategic dissemination of information and messaging in support of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s missions, long-term objectives and operations, leading a branch to develop and deliver timely, effective information to key stakeholders.What you will be working on:- Lead development and implementation of comprehensive information delivery plans - Develop and execute crisis communication plans - Oversee creation and curation of informational materials - Coordinate with other branches and departments to ensure messaging alignment - Develop methodologies to monitor and measure media activities' effectiveness - Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to improve public communication efforts - Lead a diverse team of planners, analysts and support staff Challenge(s) - Embracing steep learning curve while providing accurate, relevant and timely products - Working under time pressure in a fast-paced information environment - Being flexible and adaptive to rapid changes and new developments - Managing diverse stakeholders across several agencies - Leading and coordinating teams effectivelyWhat we are looking for:- Education in Mass Communications or Social Sciences (e.g., Political Science, International Relations, Psychology, Economics) - At least 10 years of working experience with prior managerial experience in related industries/fields - Strong analytical skills and writing abilities - Good awareness of Singapore's political, defence and security developments - Knowledge of current affairs - Acute awareness of regional and international media environment - Understanding of how media can be leveraged to advance MINDEF/SAF interests Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MINDEF:The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF's mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.
What the role is:You oversee the strategic dissemination of information and messaging in support of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s missions, long-term objectives and operations, leading a branch to develop and deliver timely, effective information to key stakeholders.What you will be working on:- Lead development and implementation of comprehensive information delivery plans - Develop and execute crisis communication plans - Oversee creation and curation of informational materials - Coordinate with other branches and departments to ensure messaging alignment - Develop methodologies to monitor and measure media activities' effectiveness - Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to improve public communication efforts - Lead a diverse team of planners, analysts and support staff Challenge(s) - Embracing steep learning curve while providing accurate, relevant and timely products - Working under time pressure in a fast-paced information environment - Being flexible and adaptive to rapid changes and new developments - Managing diverse stakeholders across several agencies - Leading and coordinating teams effectivelyWhat we are looking for:- Education in Mass Communications or Social Sciences (e.g., Political Science, International Relations, Psychology, Economics) - At least 10 years of working experience with prior managerial experience in related industries/fields - Strong analytical skills and writing abilities - Good awareness of Singapore's political, defence and security developments - Knowledge of current affairs - Acute awareness of regional and international media environment - Understanding of how media can be leveraged to advance MINDEF/SAF interests Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MINDEF:The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF's mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.
