Job Description

Description:

You will be part of the Legal Office at the Ministry of Health, providing legal support to the Ministry across a broad spectrum of public health concerns. These include healthcare finance, ageing, health technology, infrastructure and sector regulation. We are seeking motivated individuals who have the passion to learn, grow and contribute at the intersection of law and public health. Selected candidates will be employed under the Healthcare Legal Scheme (HLS) by MOH Holdings. There will be opportunities for public sector-wide cross-deployment as part of career development. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Advise on, draft, and review the Ministry's dealings/documentation with other parties, including working on contracts, international agreements, organisational changes, disputes, statutory appeals and judicial reviews. Assist the Ministry's policy divisions with the formulation and vetting of proposed legislation, and advice on policy/operational matters with legal implications. Support prosecutorial and enforcement work in connection with offences under the Ministry's purview. This includes leading a compact team with a focus on legal matters on the setting up of the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA). These roles will involve many opportunities to work directly with MOH senior management, and to influence policy and operational outcomes. Work Experience, Competencies and Personal Traits: Tertiary Education in Law. Qualified in Singapore. Additional qualification in other common law jurisdiction would be helpful. Ideally at least 5-8 years of legal work experience. Experience/expertise in a broad spectrum of legal work, including transactions, disputes, advisory and prosecutorial matters. Experience in leading a legal team preferred. Strong legal research, contract vetting, statutory interpretation and drafting skills. An ideal candidate should possess the following: Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements - Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. Improving & Innovating - Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. Working Effectively with Stakeholders - Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. Division may add on other skills, knowledge and competencies needed for the role. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. The Ministry of Health's (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people - to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH's responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation. As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore's healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.

Ministry of Health