Manager (Defence Policy Office)

1 week ago

Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $150,000 - $250,000 per year

MINDEF

Permanent

Closing on 28 Sep 2025

What the role is

You play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Singapore's defence and external security interests.

What you will be working on

  • Develop strategies to advance Singapore's security objectives
  • Advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice in the region
  • Track geopolitical and security developments
  • Advise MINDEF leadership on implications and policy responses for both near and long-term
  • Identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutions
    Challenge(s)
  • Staying abreast of developments in the changing security environment and emerging technologies
  • Navigating complex geopolitical landscapes

What we are looking for

  • Backgrounds from diversified fields, including STEM-related disciplines, are welcome
  • Keen interest in international affairs and security issues
  • Strong analytical abilities
  • Capacity to think flexibly and innovatively
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills
  • Proactive and collaborative team player mentality
    (Applicants with no experience may .)
    You may be required to travel overseas for work. 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 28 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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