Manager, Media Communications, CED

Ministry of Manpower

Permanent/Contract

What the role is

Overview of MOM:
At the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Singaporeans are at the heart of what we do. We empower our people and foster a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. Our work transcends the boundaries of our desks – it takes us to real workplaces all over Singapore. We are continually on the lookout for individuals who want to make a difference and impact lives in the core areas of our work.
What the role is:
The incumbent will help to plan, develop and execute proactive and defensive strategies to drive public communications efforts for MOM's policies and programmes related to the release of labour market reports, human sector development and the local workforce. This includes developing public communications strategies, organising and developing materials for media briefings and events, analysing news coverage, identifying and correcting online misinformation, as well as identifying and cultivating strong relationships with the media.

What you will be working on

What you will be working on:
• Develop narratives and execute media communications and engagement plans to proactively raise awareness and understanding, and pre-empt misperceptions on MOM's policies and programmes.
• The responsibilities include:
o Media Communications: Review and develop media communications plans and key messages on MOM's policies to support MOM political office holders, senior management and divisions. This includes overseeing communications for MOM divisions, Statutory Boards and affiliated bodies to ensure alignment with MOM's communications priorities.
o Media Relations: Managing media briefings (press conferences, technical briefings), media pitching, media cultivation, drafting media releases and replies to media queries and forum letters, staffing POHs for media events, organising company visits for POHs, drafting social media posts for POHs, on-site media management, formulating media material for announcements, red-teaming of announcements, crafting talking points and analysing media coverage.

What we are looking for

What we are looking for:
• Minimum 2 years' experience in the public sector and/or public communications work
• Well versed in media communications, media relations and/or marketing and digital communications
• Good interpersonal skills; ability to identify focus areas, interpret data, influence, negotiate and implement public communications strategies / tactics
• Mature and have a keen interest in current affairs
• Possess strong written and spoken communications skills
• Good project management skills with ability to multi-task and deliver good outcomes under pressure and fast-changing conditions
• Committed and energetic team player
• Resourceful and able to respond quickly and effectively to dynamic and sensitive situations

About Ministry of Manpower

Championing Human Potential for a Thriving Singapore
Singaporeans are at the heart of what we do. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) empowers our people and fosters a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. By working closely with our tripartite partners, industry and community stakeholders, we strive to create workforce and workplace policies that foster resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for a thriving Singapore.
As an MOM officer, you will be part of this meaningful mission, contributing across diverse and impactful areas - from shaping forward-looking and effective manpower policies and strengthening industrial relations, to enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring balanced local and foreign workforce regulations. Here at MOM, we are committed to creating an inclusive experience not just for our national workforce, but also for our officers who work tirelessly to champion human potential for a thriving Singapore.

About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Ministry of Manpower or the wider Public Service.