Job Description

What the role is:The Agency for Care Effectiveness (ACE) was set up in August 2015 to drive appropriate and value-based care as part of MOH's broader initiatives to manage healthcare costs. ACE provides independent evidence-based evaluations of health technologies (e.g. drugs, vaccines, medical technologies, cell and gene therapies) to inform funding decisions and produces technology guidances on their appropriate use; and develops clinical guidance to inform healthcare professionals on specific areas of clinical practice. To improve patients' access to effective and affordable treatments, ACE conducts value-based pricing negotiations with manufacturers to ensure prices of selected health technologies are commensurate with the value the technology provides based on proven clinical outcomes. Efforts to support subsidy implementation of health technologies evaluated by ACE and utilisation review of the impact of subsidy decisions are also part of ACE's mandate. ACE also develops and delivers educational materials and programmes for healthcare professionals and consumers to drive the practice and consumption of appropriate care respectively. Overall, ACE supports three key stakeholders - payer, provider and patient/public to assist them in making better and more informed decision-making in healthcare. 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:As Senior Manager / Manager/ Assistant Manager in ACE's Planning & Policy branch, you will support the implementation of ACE's work plan and objectives, specifically in the key areas below: xe2x80xa2 Corporate and strategic planning xe2x80xa2 Procurement and contract management xe2x80xa2 Budgetary projection and allocation xe2x80xa2 International and local alliances, engagements and collaborations including development and review of stakeholder engagement initiatives to promote the adoption of appropriate and value-based care culture and practices xe2x80xa2 Strategic guidance for Committee related meetings and administrative matters xe2x80xa2 Training and capability building and human resource matters xe2x80xa2 Any other duties assigned by Head (P&P) and Senior Assistant Director (SP&A)What 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 Candidates with tertiary qualification in the healthcare field, with at least 2 to 4 years of experience preferably with business management and administration background will have an advantage xe2x80xa2 Possess programme planning and project management skills xe2x80xa2 Possess the ability / interest in finance, procurement and budgeting; strategic planning and related workstreams; event management; and engagement with local and international contacts 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