Senior Assistant Director

2 days ago


Novena, Singapore CDA Communicable Diseases Agency Full time

**[What the role is]**

The Senior/Assistant Director leads a team to support the development, execution, and assessment of crisis-related policy framework(s), ensuring a unified and effective policy response to public health crises. This role is pivotal in strengthening CDA's internal readiness and response capabilities through the transition to a comprehensive crisis policy framework.

May be required to occasionally work at a high-intensity pace, such as during ongoing public health emergencies or policy crises.

**[What you will be working on]**
- Lead a team to perform the following:

- Develop and implement a robust crisis policy structure, as part of CDA’s preparedness and response to public health crises
- Develop and exercise plans for crisis policy activation, as part of CDA’s overall plans for pivoting towards crisis response
- Design and consolidate the policy tools and options for managing infectious diseases threats during crisis
- Facilitate cohesive and informed policy planning across CDA, with focus on crisis policy requirements and objectives
- Facilitate robust, evidence-based policy development in CDA

**[What we are looking for]**
- At least 5 years in public health policy, policy analysis, or a related field, with a proven track record in policy development and crisis response leadership roles.
- Recognised education in Public Health or equivalent would be an added advantage but not a must.
- Strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Deep understanding of communicable disease control principles and public health policies.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Committed to their work with a proactive and resilient attitude



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