Job Description

What the role is:You formulate, coordinate and execute public communication (PC) strategies and plans in support of MINDEF/SAF\'s communications objectives, principally to strengthen the corporate and public image of MINDEF/SAF, and to preserve public trust and confidence in National Defence, National Service (NS) and the SAF.What you will be working on:The scope encompasses day-to-day current operations, as well as consequence management of major incidents and crises. Leveraging media coverage, social media and alternative media platforms, you are expected to shape perceptions of MINDEF/SAF among key target audiences to achieve desired informational outcomes for MINDEF/SAF. You are also responsible for MINDEF/SAF\'s interactions with the media. You also function as the Service Account Manager for a particular Service.What we are looking for:You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Communication Studies, Political Science or Social Sciences, with at least six years\' relevant experience in journalism, media, public relations, corporate communication, and/or corporate planning. You must have a keen interest in Singapore\'s media, political, defence and security developments, have a good understanding of Singapore\'s media landscape, and be comfortable working with policy makers and staff departments. You must be able to work odd hours and travel overseas on short notice for work. 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.

Ministry of Defence