Manager/Assistant Director, Strategic Engagement,SCED

Ministry of National Development

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 21 Sep 2025

What the role is

As a Manager/Assistant Director, Strategic Engagement in the Strategic Communications and Engagement Division, you will be part of a team that drives and deepens engagement with internal and external stakeholders, and citizens in support of the Ministry's outcomes. You will be able to create more opportunities for Singaporeans to partner the government, and with one another, to own, shape and act on our shared future together.

What you will be working on

• Formulate engagement strategy and align MND Family agencies with WOG and MND engagement priorities

• Design and implement engagement touchpoints with key stakeholders to promote balanced understanding of MND's policies, obtain input to inform work areas and create opportunities for co-creation and co-delivery with partners

• Partner WOG agencies to reach relevant and diverse stakeholder groups, and work with policy divisions and strategic communications teams to align operations and outcomes

• Develop engagement capability within MND Family agencies and among volunteers/partners to promote active citizenry

• Support divisional operations and secretariat duties

What we are looking for

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in public policy, political science, communications, marketing or related field

• Strong writing, communications, stakeholder management and project management skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability and experience in engaging and managing stakeholders across all levels of seniority internally and externally.

• Possesses positive attitude, excellent work ethic and is a team player

• Self-motivated with high level of initiative, willingness to learn and able to work independently

About Ministry of National Development

The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans.
Our Vision:
An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City
MND's vision reflects our growing emphasis not just on physical infrastructure, but also on the softer aspects of creating emotional attachment in our people, the global talents and corporations whom we attract here. At the same time, it articulates MND's goal of building upon Singapore's unique distinguishing characteristics to develop Singapore as a global city of knowledge, culture and excellence.

Our Mission:
Develop World-Class Infrastructure
MND will provide quality physical infrastructure for the nation by working with our partners in the public and private sectors.
Create a Vibrant, Resilient and Sustainable Living Environment
MND will strive to make Singapore a livelier and more exciting city, and ensure our nation is well-prepared to face the growing uncertainties and complexities. MND will also maintain the quality and resilience of our built and natural environment to ensure high standards of living, and carry out development that meets the needs of the present without compromising that of future generations.
Provide Affordable and Accessible Public Housing
MND will commit to support Singaporeans' homeownership aspirations and ensure public housing remains affordable and accessible.
Build Rooted and Cohesive Communities
MND will strive to foster our citizens' attachment and love for our homeland and maintain social cohesiveness in our communities, even as Singapore continues to be an open and globalised society.

About your application process

This job is closing on 21 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 Ministry of National Development or the wider Public Service.