Job Description

What the role is:The Strategy Team in the National Climate Change Secretariat is seeking a highly motivated and analytical intern to join our team in developing the Central Outlook, a pivotal project aimed at identifying and assessing international climate-related trends and developments that could impact Singapore\'s decarbonisation strategies. The intern will play a crucial role in scanning authoritative reports, synthesizing stakeholder views, and extracting insights from various news sources. The research conducted will contribute to a comprehensive set of implications, guiding strategic direction and resource allocation for Singapore\'s government agencies in the upcoming year.What you will be working on:Project Title: Refresh of the Climate Change Central Outlook Key Responsibilities: \xe2\x80\xa2 Scan and analyze authoritative reports to identify international climate-related trends and developments. \xe2\x80\xa2 Synthesise stakeholder views to assess potential impacts on Singapore\'s decarbonisation strategies. \xe2\x80\xa2 Extract and compile insights from various news sources to inform policy decisions. \xe2\x80\xa2 Contribute to the development of a comprehensive set of implications for strategic direction and resource allocation. \xe2\x80\xa2 Support the team in strategic planning and policy development for Singapore\'s government agencies. \xe2\x80\xa2 Min. 8 weeks (12-24 weeks preferred)What we are looking for:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex data and extract relevant information. \xe2\x80\xa2 Research Proficiency: Skilled at conducting thorough research using various authoritative sources such as IEA and IPCC reports. \xe2\x80\xa2 Critical Thinking: Capable of evaluating the implications of climate-related trends on Singapore\'s policies. \xe2\x80\xa2 Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate findings clearly. \xe2\x80\xa2 Stakeholder Engagement: Comfortable incorporating views from multiple agency stakeholders. \xe2\x80\xa2 Adaptability: Able to navigate through evolving economic and energy objectives. \xe2\x80\xa2 Attention to Detail: Vigilance in ensuring all information is accurate and well-presented. \xe2\x80\xa2 Proactive Learning: Eagerness to stay updated with the latest developments in climate-related fields. \xe2\x80\xa2 Team Collaboration: Willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment.

About PMO - Strategy Group:The Strategy Group in the Prime Minister\'s Office drives Whole-of-Government strategic planning, and partners government agencies on policy development. It identifies key priorities and emerging issues over the medium to long term, such as population and climate change; it influences strategic resource allocation; and catalyses new functions and capabilities in order to deliver policies that are in the long-term interest of Singapore.

PMO - Strategy Group