Deputy Director

1 week ago

Novena, Singapore CDA Communicable Diseases Agency Full time

As Deputy Director / Senior Assistant Director Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in Strategic Planning Division (SPD), you will support Director SPD in the development of our ERM strategies; and implement the strategy to achieve its mission and outcomes. He/ She will support the management and divisions in identifying the key risks and prioritising the risks to be immediately addressed. The jobholder will play a critical role in shaping the agency's capacity to effectively respond to communicable disease challenges, contributing to the overall public health resilience of Singapore.

You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that will require you to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities concurrently.

**What you will be working on**:
The key responsibilities include the following:

- Lead the development and implementation of CDA’s risk management strategy and framework that is aligned with the agency’s overall mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
- Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritisation of risks across CDA.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.
- Establish and maintain a risk reporting system to keep senior management and stakeholders informed. Develop key risk indicators (KRIs) and monitor them regularly
- Prepare and present risk reports to the management committee and board of directors
- Work with our Operations division on the development and maintenance of business continuity plans to ensure the agency is prepared to respond effectively to potential disruptions and emergencies
- Ensure compliance with relevant risk management standards and regulations
- Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to strengthen the agency's risk management practices
- Foster a risk-aware culture throughout the agency through risk management training programmes for staff at all levels.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their risk perspectives and concerns
- Contribute to the agency's strategic planning process, ensuring alignment of organisational development initiatives with overall strategic objectives

**What we are looking for**:
Job Requirements
- Master’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
- Professional risk management certification (e.g., CRMA, CRISC) is highly desirable
- Minimum 8 years of experience in risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and best practices
- Experience in public health or healthcare risk management is preferred
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
- Experience in crisis management and business continuity planning

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