Job Description

What the role is:As an Officer/ Senior Officer, Communications and Engagement in the Engagement and Research Division, you will develop, implement and review strategies for stakeholder communications and engagement.What you will be working on:

• Design, implement and review engagement approaches and strategies for effective internal and external engagement \xe2\x80\xa2 Identify, cultivate and strengthen partnerships, and engage stakeholders through various platforms and modalities \xe2\x80\xa2 Develop platforms, processes and resources to strengthen the Ministry\'s capabilities in communications and engagement, and supporting effective and coherent messaging across MOE divisions and schools \xe2\x80\xa2 Enhance the policy-communications nexus through the design and implementation of communications and engagement strategies for education policies and issues \xe2\x80\xa2 Plan and coordinate major communications and engagement platforms such as MOE\'s Work Plan Seminar and Committee of Supply debates

What we are looking for:

• Preferably with prior experience in stakeholder engagement \xe2\x80\xa2 Relevant working experience in policy, communications and engagement would be an advantage \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong communication skills with good analytical and conceptualisation abilities \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong project management and organisational skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to work in teams and build relationships across organisational boundaries \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes \xe2\x80\xa2 High level of initiative and passion for understanding and engaging with different stakeholders In general, applicants can expect to hear from us within 3 weeks of the close of the application window. In the event where we receive a high number of applications, applicants will receive an update on their status within 5 weeks of the close of the window. As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination. Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment. If you are facing issues submitting your application through the Careers@Gov portal, please contact us at Careers.gov.technicalhelp@psd.gov.sg for assistance.

About Ministry of Education:The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation. The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.

Ministry of Education