Job Description

What the role is:The CDA is a new government agency that is being established by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to oversee Singapore\'s communicable disease preparedness, prevention and control, surveillance, risk assessment and outbreak response. The CDA PO\'s role is to plan and execute the setup of the CDA, which will consolidate and build on the public health functions under MOH, the National Centre for Infectious Diseases, and the Health Promotion Board. To support the Director in leading the NICHE division, overseeing the design and implementation of healthcare-associated infection (HAI) surveillance programmes, managing HAI outbreaks, and ensuring effective prevention and control functions to protect the health of Singaporeans by reducing the burden of HAIs through evidence-based policies and programmes. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.What you will be working on:1. Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive strategies to enhance outbreak preparedness and response capabilities across healthcare and congregate living settings. Contribute to the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for outbreak control across relevant agencies, healthcare institutions, and medical practitioners. Also, lead the development and distribution of evidence-based guidelines for outbreak prevention and control in healthcare facilities and congregate settings under NHEC\'s direction. 2. Supervise epidemiological investigations and responses to outbreaks and cases of pathogens of interest, identifying potential sources and implementing measures to reduce transmission. 3. Liaise with expert advisors to ensure effective investigation approaches and recommendations for containment. Engage and work closely with expert advisors, various CDA groups and external stakeholders to assess the approach to prevent and contain potential spread in affected population arising from findings of the epidemiological investigations. Draft media responses and address inquiries from external agencies regarding ongoing investigations. 4. Cultivate strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in disease prevention and control for both healthcare facilities and congregate living settings. Work closely with the infection prevention and control unit to devise outbreak prevention and control strategies. Enhance stakeholder capabilities through targeted training and education programs specific to the needs of each setting. Serve as the NICHE\'s representative in expert committees and professional networks relevant to healthcare and congregate settings. 5. Oversees the creation and monitoring of the unit\'s work plans and initiatives to ensure they align with the specific goals of the department and agency related to healthcare facilities and congregate settings. Additionally, effectively and responsibly manage the unit\'s budget, oversee staff recruitment, talent development, career planning, and manpower-related issues, as well as supervise the operational and logistical aspects of the unit.What we are looking for:

• Minimum tertiary qualifications from recognised discipline \xe2\x80\xa2 Minimally 5 years of working experience in public health \xe2\x80\xa2 Sharp thinker: Analyses problems, makes sound decisions under pressure. \xe2\x80\xa2 Communicator: Connects with diverse stakeholders, delivers complex information clearly. \xe2\x80\xa2 Team leader: Motivates, mentors, builds a high-performing team. \xe2\x80\xa2 Self-starter: Takes initiative, owns projects, works independently. \xe2\x80\xa2 Adaptable: Responds effectively to changing priorities and threats. \xe2\x80\xa2 Lifelong learner: Committed to continuous professional development. \xe2\x80\xa2 Professional: Demonstrates integrity, manages stress well, data-driven. \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong engagement skills for interaction with different stakeholders \xe2\x80\xa2 Highly driven, goal-oriented and able to operate under tight deadlines \xe2\x80\xa2 Able to work independently and in uncertain and fluid environment \xe2\x80\xa2 Able to multi-task and deliver on multiple items As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Ministry of Health:The Ministry of Health\'s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people - to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH\'s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation. As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore\'s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.

Ministry of Health