Job Description

What the role is:You will be review, formulate and implement policies relating to Integrated Shield Plans, with the objective of ensuring that insurance remains a sustainable pillar of healthcare financing and does not contribute to healthcare cost escalation arising from over-consumption, over-servicing, and over-charging. You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.What you will be working on:You will: 1. Review policies governing Integrated Shield Plans xe2x80xa2 Analyse medical claims data to study the effects of Integrated Shield Plan features (e.g. riders, as-charged benefits) on consumer behaviour xe2x80xa2 Develop policy proposals to contain healthcare costs through policies governing Integrated Shield Plan, from policy ideation to implementation and communications plans xe2x80xa2 Engage key stakeholders and manage public comms for any policy changes or initiatives related to Integrated Shield Plans and work with insurers, medical providers, and consumer representatives to identify pain points and improve the design and implementation of Integrated Shield Plans, via the Multilateral Healthcare Insurance Committee (MHIC) xe2x80xa2 Study the feasibility and relevance of alternative models of healthcare insurance in Singapore's healthcare financing ecosystem 2. Improve public education on Integrated Shield Plans and other healthcare financing schemes to help policyholders make more informed insurance and care decisions, and consider ways to address unfair sales practices xe2x80xa2 Reply public appeals and feedback on healthcare financing schemes, as well as prepare responses to parliamentary queries on Integrated Shield Plans xe2x80xa2 Raise awareness on Integrated Shield Plans and other healthcare financing schemes through public education campaigns, and conduct healthcare financing briefings for the public and host Q&A segments 3. Track health insurance statistics xe2x80xa2 Develop, monitor and analyse metrics relating to Integrated Shield Plans for policy reviews, annual Committee of Supply debates, and replies to Parliamentary QuestionsWhat we are looking for:Key Competencies Require xe2x80xa2 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. xe2x80xa2 Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. xe2x80xa2 Improving & Innovating - Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. xe2x80xa2 Working Effectively with Stakeholders - Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. xe2x80xa2 Degree in any discipline, but background in economics, statistics, or actuarial science would be an advantage xe2x80xa2 Prior experience in healthcare sector, insurance sector or a policy-related role is an advantage xe2x80xa2 Good quantitative skills and data literacy, with knowledge of Excel; Experience with Stata, R, or Python is an advantage As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.About Ministry of Health: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