Assistant Director, Mental Health Education

1 week ago

Singapore HPB Health Promotion Board Full time

**[What the role is]**

The Health Promotion Board’s vision is to make Singapore a nation of healthier people.

Come be a part of this journey if you’re passionate about creating innovative work that drives behavioral change.

You will be a part of HPB’s Mental Health Education Department to advance mental well-being initiatives that improve the mental health of Singaporeans.

**[What you will be working on]**

**Scope**

As a key member of the Mental Health Education Department, you will lead a team in developing, executing, monitoring, evaluating and reviewing mental well-being strategies and programmes to improve the mental well-being of Singaporeans. This includes:

- Formulating workplans and strategies aligned with the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy for areas under HPB’s purview
- Spearhead initiatives to ensure the provision of evidenced-based programmes that help Singaporeans achieve optimal mental well-being
- Developing and implementing guidelines and standards, where applicable, for improving mental and health wellbeing programmes and initiatives
- Fostering strategic collaborations with both internal and external stakeholders to promote mental well-being across all age groups.

As team lead, you will also supervise team members in their respective areas of work, spanning across marketing, outreach and vendor/contract management.

You may also need to participate in various inter-agency workstreams and support the deliverables of these workstreams.

**[What we are looking for]**

We seek a dynamic, results-driven and self-motivated individual with at least eight years of relevant working experience in strategic planning, project management and stakeholder management, and should possess:

- Strategic, analytical and critical thinking mind-set with a proven track record in developing sustainable strategy plans, supported by viable operational concepts and backed by data and forecasting assumptions.
- Outstanding leadership qualities and people management capabilities with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organisation and navigate complex stakeholder relationships.
- Exceptional planning, analytical and critical thinking, and project management skills.
- Resourcefulness in seeking solutions and able to streamline processes and produce desired outcomes
- Strong collaborative and partnership building skills.
- Expertise in presenting complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including senior management and partners.
- Effective communication skills (verbal & written) with strong presentation and negotiation abilities.
- Prior experience in the mental health field will be an advantage.
- Adaptability and independence in navigating complex structures, systems and new challenges.
- Ability to multitask effectively and handle pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
- Confidence and proficiency in working within matrix and highly dynamic teams.
- Strong capabilities in motivating and guiding the team while fostering excellent teamwork.

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