Asst Manager/Manager/Senior Manager

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Fixed Terms

What the role is

You will be part of the International Division that is responsible for representing and advocating Singapore's position to advance and/or safeguard our national interests. The Division manages MPA's engagement with foreign governments as well as international and regional bodies, such as the International Maritime Organization, the European Union, and the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Responsibilities of the Division also include building and strengthening of strategic partnerships in emerging areas such as sustainable development, maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation, and working with other government agencies on sovereignty and security-related issues. MPA's overseas offices also form part of the Division, leading in-country engagements with key stakeholders.

What you will be working on

The key responsibilities for the role will include (but are not limited to):

• Represent and advocate Singapore's position at key global and regional platforms.
• Forge and deepen partnerships with key partners to safeguard or advance Singapore's interest, including in emerging areas such as green and digital shipping.
• Assess geopolitical and maritime related developments in the countries that the role is responsible for.
• Formulate strategies to engage countries and international organisations, including preparation of information papers.
• Review MPA's policies and strategies including recommending response to international developments that may impact Singapore's strategic and commercial maritime interests.
• Organise and participate in international events, visits and overseas trips to engage relevant stakeholders.

What we are looking for

• Keen interest in international affairs and/or maritime industry.
• Prior experience in Economics, Global Studies, International Relations, International Security, Law, Maritime Studies, Political Science, Public Policy and Administration or related disciplines would be advantageous.
• As the role involves the preservation of Singapore's strategic maritime interests as a representative of the MPA, the job will favour candidates with strong analytical, writing and communications skills with a good command of English. Proficiency in other languages will also be useful.
• Team player who values teamwork and works well with multiple stakeholders.
• Candidates with no prior experience may also . Those with relevant working experience may be considered for more senior positions.

You may be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.
MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.
MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."

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 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.