Job Description

What the role is:As Senior Manager, Manager or Assistant Manager (Office Services) of the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), you will be involved in the setting up and management of the office services function in the agency. The CDA is a new government agency that is being established by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to oversee Singapore\'s communicable disease preparedness, prevention and control, surveillance, risk assessment and outbreak response. It will consolidate and build on the public health functions under MOH, the National Centre for Infectious Diseases, and the Health Promotion Board. 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 for a smooth transition to the CDA.What you will be working on:Your key responsibilities include the following: \xe2\x80\xa2 Be involved in the day to day running of CDA\'s office operations and the provision of office services to CDA divisions, including managing key facilities-related contracts \xe2\x80\xa2 Oversee the relevant vendors to ensure the office facilities are well-maintained \xe2\x80\xa2 Propose innovative processes to increase operational efficiency and streamline office processes \xe2\x80\xa2 Develop and implement various office service policies and procedures \xe2\x80\xa2 Support the implementation of Greengov.sg initiatives for CDA\'s offices and ensure CDA complies with the necessary rules, regulations and requirements \xe2\x80\xa2 Promote awareness of sustainability in the organisation through the development and implementation of internal communications strategy \xe2\x80\xa2 Be involved in the preparation of CDA\'s annual sustainability disclosures \xe2\x80\xa2 Coordinate business continuity planning and other crisis management matters, including maintaining the business continuity plan and promoting fire safety awareness for the organisation Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance. The jobholder may be activated for duty on weekends and after office hours, as and when the need arises.What we are looking for:Job Requirements \xe2\x80\xa2 At least 2 years of relevant working experience in office administration is preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 Tertiary qualification in any discipline \xe2\x80\xa2 Prior experience in planning and implementing sustainability initiatives and sustainability reporting will be an added advantage \xe2\x80\xa2 Familiarity with Government Instruction Manual on Procurement will be an added advantage \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Effective stakeholder management, communication and interpersonal skills to co-create solutions \xe2\x80\xa2 Good team player \xe2\x80\xa2 Independent and self-driven with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and perform under pressure and tight timelines Candidates without the required experience are welcomed to apply. Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance. 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