Job Description

What the role is:You will be part of a team responsible for developing and implementing data policies and processes to ensure that our data governance and data management practices support MINDEF/SAF as a data-driven organisation.What you will be working on:You will work with Whole-of-Government (WoG) counterparts to stay updated on WoG policy changes, collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement the policies and processes to meet the policy objectives, and ensure that systems and processes are designed to detect policy and process non-compliance. Your challenges lie in navigating a complex organisational ecosystem, adapting to unique use cases, balancing broad policies across different domains, and addressing evolving privacy concerns and public attitudes towards data collection and usage.What we are looking for:You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Data Management, Data Science, Business Analytics, Law, or a related discipline, with at least 2 years\' working experience. Prior experience in policy, governance & compliance, risk management, data privacy, or AI ethics and governance will be advantageous. Additionally, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication, presentation skills, as well as effective influencing and stakeholder management skills are essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. 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