Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Sense-make and support the capacity building needs of officers and teams in the public service, especially (1) those whose core function is in International Relations and/or where a strong grounding in International Relations is critical to the role, and (2) those doing policy and planning. This includes identifying their competency gaps.
• Foster close relations with key stakeholders, including the Public Service Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, international relations units in government agencies, and policy and planning units.
• Keep pace with IR-related developments and identify emerging issues
• Develop interventions and programmes to bridge competency gaps and oversee the implementation of the interventions and programmes. Nurture and expand communities of practice across the service
• Undertake facilitation/moderation and note-taking, where necessary

Job Requirements

• Degree in relevant fields like International Relations and Political Science
• 1-2 years of experience in research, policy work or international relations in Singapore government agency, an intergovernmental organisation or think tank would be relevant. Experience in L&D or Human Resource Development is advantageous
• Good analytical and communication skills
• Ability to engage and negotiate with stakeholders, and with local and international thought-leaders, practitioners and resource persons
• Strong ability in planning, implementing and evaluating programmes with minimal supervision
• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills are a bonus

Other Details

• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Work Location: Buona Vista

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified. To apply, please visit to www.gmprecruit.com and search for Job Reference: 23343 GMP Recruitment Services (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 09C3051 | EA Personnel: Jaremy Ong | Registration No: R1876766