Job Description

What the role is:

The Digital Economy is a key driver of economic growth for Singapore. Along with the economic promise of digitalisation comes domestic and global challenges. International collaborations and establishing government-to-government cooperation that enables interoperability of digital systems and governance frameworks between countries has become ever more important.

You would be part of the International Relations, Policy & Strategy (IRPS) team under the International Group that oversees IMDA\'s bilateral, regional and multilateral government-to-government engagements to advance IMDA\'s interests and build strategic partnership and alliances. You would also be responsible for IMDA\'s participation in key international organisations such as the International Telecommunications Union and the Asia Pacific Telecommunity.

Responsibilities

• Strategise and advocate Singapore\'s positions at regional/international organisations
• Develop and execute plans to build strategic partnerships with local and international partners
• Assess and advance Singapore\'s positions in bilateral and multilateral agreements on ICM matters
• Organise bilateral visits as well as international events and projects, including coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, sourcing for vendors and preparing discussion points
• Independently research and prepare briefing papers on countries and international organisations of strategic interest

Requirements

• Background in Political Science/Economics/Engineering/Computer Science/Mass Communications preferred
• 4-8 years of relevant working experience, preferably with exposure to international relations and/or government policy formulation
• Interest in international relations, infocomm technologies, media and emerging technology trends
• Project management skills (manage budgets, timelines, scopes and work allocation)
• Communication skills (Good grasp of English, proficiency in a second language is a bonus)
• Other Skills: Presentations, Problem-solving, Analytical, Writing, Negotiations, Networking

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About Info-communications Media Development Authority:

Info-communications Media Development Authority (www.imda.gov.sg) offers a rewarding career that gives you a front seat in the fast-changing infocomm media sector, where technology and content are shaping the way people view the world more than ever. We offer a wide range of opportunities, where talented individuals and teams can make a difference. Whether you are developing a telecommunications policy affecting consumers or spearheading a scheme to nurture budding media talents, each member of IMDA contributes towards driving innovation, enhancing productivity for economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Singaporeans. As a statutory board in the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA promotes and regulates the infocomm and media sectors.

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