Job Description

What the role is:You will be part of the team in the Ageing Planning Office to define, plan and execute whole-of-government and national strategies in response to the needs of Singapore\'s ageing population and under the Action Plan for Successful Ageing, as developed by the Ministerial Committee on Ageing (MCA). With an ageing population, we need to relook the current housing and care landscape to enable seniors to age in place, with different options available for seniors with different needs and levels of support. 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 play an active role in policy formulation, service planning, project evaluation and implementation of new housing models for seniors which are twinned with care services, e.g. Community Care Apartments. You will also need to collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders such as public agencies, community and industry partners in cross-agency policy reviews that seek to catalyse the development of new housing models for seniors. You will also work on cross cutting pieces with other teams to enhance the overall senior housing and residential care landscape.What we are looking for:

• Education in any discipline. \xe2\x80\xa2 Relevant knowledge and preferably with experience in areas such as policy formulation, project management, and operationalising and implementing programmes. \xe2\x80\xa2 Prior experience in urban and/or infrastructure planning would be an added advantage. \xe2\x80\xa2 Passion for working with seniors and community partners. \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment which requires critical thinking and decision-making skills. \xe2\x80\xa2 Highly driven and can work independently and as a team. \xe2\x80\xa2 Fresh graduates are welcome. \xe2\x80\xa2 As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. Key Competencies Require \xe2\x80\xa2 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. \xe2\x80\xa2 Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. \xe2\x80\xa2 Improving & Innovating - Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. \xe2\x80\xa2 Working Effectively with Stakeholders - Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.

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