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About the role

You lead workstreams to tailor capability development (CapDev) processes based on project nature for greater agility and user-centricity, while putting in place targeted safeguards to upkeep fundamental governance principles such as cost prudence and system safety.

What you will be working on

• Enhance agility and user-centricity in capability development
• Implement safeguards for governance principles
• Codify new CapDev processes
• Develop digitalisation roadmap for MINDEF/SAF's CapDev processes

Challenge(s)

• Understanding a wide range of cross-cutting CapDev-related issues
• Harmonising considerations of diverse stakeholders across the defence ecosystem

What we are looking for

• At least 6 years of work experience in technology
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and planning skills

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About the role

You formulate strategies and policies to strengthen the Defence Industry Ecosystem’s ability to support future requirements of MINDEF/SAF amidst an evolving and fast-changing landscape.

What you will be working on

• Perform horizon scanning of emerging threat vectors
• Identify opportunities and synergies for defence industry development
• Provide analysis and highlight potential trade-offs
• Articulate considerations to senior management

Challenge(s)

• Understanding complex policy issues in the defence industry context
• Providing sound analysis of multifaceted security and industry challenges

What we are looking for

• At least 6 years of work experience in planning and policy formulation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and planning skills

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About the role

You support the Executive Director to lead the ADMM Cybersecurity and Information Centre of Excellence (ACICE) team to enhance cooperation, research and information-sharing among ASEAN defence establishments against threats in cyber and information domains.

What you will be working on

• Enhance cooperation, research, and information-sharing among ASEAN defence establishments
• Lead long-term research programmes on digital issues
• Oversee partnership with the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS)

Challenge(s)

• Building networks among regional defence establishments and players in the cyber and information space
• Tapping on wide network to shape and steer activities enhancing ACICE's standing

What we are looking for

• Education in Social Sciences or Cyber Security related fields (Political Science, Information Technology, Cyber Information Technology, English, etc.)
• At least 10 years of working experience, preferably in diplomacy, cyber or information
• Experience in supervisory and leadership positions
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Capacity to build a wide network within MINDEF/SAF and other government agencies
• Strong command of both spoken and written English
• Proficiency in a vernacular language is advantageous

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About the role

You play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Singapore's defence and external security interests.

What you will be working on

• 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 both near and long-term
• Identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutions

Challenge(s)

• Staying abreast of developments in the changing security environment and emerging technologies
• Navigating complex geopolitical landscapes

What we are looking for

• Backgrounds from diversified fields, including STEM-related disciplines, are welcome
• Keen interest in international affairs and security issues
• Strong analytical abilities
• Capacity to think flexibly and innovatively
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Proactive and collaborative team player mentality

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

You may be required to travel overseas for work. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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About the role

You play an instrumental role in the development of policies and initiatives associated with defence cyber collaboration and defence relations.

What you will be working on

• Monitor and analyse defence cyber cooperation opportunities
• Provide policy recommendations for enhancing cyber partnerships
• Manage in-country and overseas bilateral and multi-lateral events
• Execute visits, meetings, conferences, and exercises

Challenge(s)

• Understanding complex cultural and security considerations in defence relations
• Anticipating issues in the rapidly evolving cyber defence landscape

What we are looking for

• Education in Political Science, International Relations, Communications, Economics, History or a related field
• Strong conceptual ability
• Mastery of written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders
• Commitment to achieving results
• Adaptability and ability to work independently
• Good time management and organisational skills

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

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