Senior Manager/Assistant Director, Policy

1 week ago

Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

MHA- Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB)

Permanent/Contract

Closing in 1 day(s)

What the role is

The Manager/Senior Manager, Policy & Research is responsible for leading the team in researching, developing and implementing public policies and legislative amendments that affect Singaporeans. The team will oversee legislative reviews on the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA), the various Misuse of Drugs Regulations (MDR), Intoxicating Substances Act (INSA) and other relevant Acts. In addition, the team supports information collation and analysis of international trends on abuse, trafficking and control of illicit drugs, prescription medications and new psychoactive substances to keep abreast of drug movements and developments.

What you will be working on

The details of what the Manager/Senior Manager will perform or lead include:
 Conduct and guide staff in literature reviews and environmental scans to identify relevant research topics and projects. These will support CNB in understanding the drug landscape, analysing trends and informing policy directions or strategies.
 Compile and synthesis findings from various sources, including academic literature, legal texts and operational data, to support policy development and decision-making.
 Work with staff to engage internal divisions and external agencies to contribute to the development of policies that are aligned with organisational priorities.
 Track and report on the progress of policy-related projects, helping to evaluate their impact and effectiveness.
 Provide training to support staff understanding of legislative background, policy context, international developments and their roles and responsibilities in these areas.
 Procure and manage funded research projects with staff, including engaging the researchers, and making sure that these projects are completed within the specified timelines

What we are looking for

The role requires the ability to work independently and to lead a small team. An interest in research and analytical work is essential, along with strong writing and presentation skills. Experience in policy development or related work would be an advantage.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview.

About MHA- Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB)

Central Narcotics Bureau keeps Singapore safe from drug abuse through: enforcement action against drug traffickers and abusers, leading and co-ordinating preventive drug education, assisting and forging a national consensus of zero tolerance towards drug abuse and identifying and recommending new legislative and other measures.

About your application process

This job is closing in 1 day(s).

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 MHA- Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) or the wider Public Service.

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