Job Description

What the role is:You will be part of the team which formulates, reviews and implements policies to develop Singapore's healthcare financing framework, with a focus on MediShield Life, to keep healthcare affordable and sustainable for all Singaporeans. This role will require you to work collaboratively with policy and clinical groups within MOH, healthcare institutions and other public agencies to develop and implement policies. 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.What you will be working on:You will: xe2x80xa2 Review and develop policies to ensure that MediShield Life continues to provide adequate protection against large healthcare bills while keeping premiums affordable and sustainable xe2x80xa2 Work with partner agencies and stakeholders to enhance public communications of healthcare financing schemes xe2x80xa2 Provide secretariat support to the MediShield Life Council and its sub-committees in carrying out their functions Depending on the team you join, you will either xe2x80xa2 Oversee the administration of the MediShield Life scheme, including assessing appeals for subsidies and designing premium recovery and enforcement measures or xe2x80xa2 Oversee the implementation of new or revised policies relating to MediShield Life benefits, including working with stakeholders to enhance claims systems, and assessing appeals for coverageWhat 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 Tertiary education in any discipline is required. Background in economics would be advantageous xe2x80xa2 Excellent writing, presentation and negotiation skills, experience in public policy formulation and/or scheme administration in the social sector would be an advantage xe2x80xa2 Proficient in handling and processing quantitative data on Excel, self-driven, meticulous and detail-oriented xe2x80xa2 Experienced candidates may be considered for an Assistant Director position with the team 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