Manager (Data Strategy)

1 week ago

Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $100,000 - $200,000 per year

MINDEF

Permanent

Closing on 11 Sep 2025

What the role is

You develop and implement strategic thrusts that result in the advancement of data exploitation in MINDEF.

What you will be working on

  • Guide business domains (e.g. HR, NS, Corporate & Finance) in mapping out domain-level data strategies
  • Promote the use of data as an integral part of business
  • Provide enablers and remove impediments for domains in advancing data use
  • Partner with Data Scientists and relevant specialists (e.g. design thinkers) to provide consultancy to domains
  • Track and report the success of the overall data strategy to senior management and Whole-of-Government (WoG)
    Challenge(s)
  • Understanding diverse business needs across various domains
  • Engaging multiple stakeholders to emphasise the importance of data quality and sharing within the organisation
  • Matchmaking data science possibilities with business requirements

What we are looking for

  • Education in Computer Science, Business Analytics, Information Technology or a related field
  • At least 2 years of relevant work experience
  • Prior experience in policy/plans work, stakeholder engagement, and business analytics is advantageous
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Self-starter mentality
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.
    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.

About your application process

This job is closing on 11 Sep 2025.

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 MINDEF or the wider Public Service.

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