Job Description

What the role is:You plan, research, create, produce, and present digital content for various social media channels to help MINDEF/SAF engage key stakeholders and the general public on defence and security matters and other national issues.What you will be working on:You act as a multimedia communications professional who creates various forms of content for social media channels, including capturing visuals, hosting, editing, clearing, and publishing content. You also ensure the smooth running of the social media platforms, assess and respond to online feedback, and engage communities. You review social media engagement and campaign success regularly, including conducting data-driven analysis, deriving actionable insights, staffing reports, and making recommendations. You conduct studies to benchmark performance with relevant entities, including conducting professional exchanges as required. You also design and manage digital engagement campaigns, including planning digital media buys and working with influencers. You will be required to build and maintain a positive individual brand image. Your challenge lies in staying abreast of online trends, current affairs, and appreciating defence and national-level perspectives and sensitivities to adjust content accordingly.What we are looking for:You must have a tertiary qualification in Communications Studies or any related field, majoring in Broadcast Journalism or Film/Video production, preferably with experience in social media content creation with relevant skills (e.g. social media video hosting, editing, and production). Having a portfolio showcasing relevant skills (e.g. video production, photography, and/or hosting experience) is advantageous. Possession of a strong command of English, the ability to write interesting and engaging social media captions, and the capability to speak and articulate well is essential. You must have strong interpersonal skills to engage, build, and establish meaningful and lasting relationships with influencers and stakeholders. Having strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to think critically and innovatively to develop assessments and recommendations is required. In addition, you should have a keen interest in current affairs, military and defence-related matters. Lastly, you must be comfortable traveling around Singapore for work, as well as with overseas travel. (Applicants with no experience may apply.) Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MINDEF:The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore\'s peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF\'s mission and ensure Singapore\'s security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.

Ministry of Defence