You develop and execute defence relations (DR) strategies with assigned Navy of Interest (NOI), conducting research, planning interactions, and maintaining strategic relationships to advance the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN)'s interests.
Assistant Director (Defence Relations - Navy)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 31 Aug 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Develop DR action plans and strategies
- Plan and execute diplomatic interactions
- Conduct open-source research on NOI
- Evaluate opportunities and risks
- Engage foreign counterparts
- Review strategy effectiveness
- Coordinate bilateral activities
- Support RSN principals at foreign meetings
- Synergise across multiple portfolios
- Maintain strategic relationships
Challenge(s)
- Understanding complex geopolitical and defence issues
- Navigating sensitive diplomatic relationships
- Managing competing strategic interests
- Processing critical strategic information
- Balancing multiple stakeholder needs
What we are looking for
- At least 6 years of experience in defence relations, research or a related field, with minimum 3 years of managerial experience
- Strong critical thinking and staff writing skills
- Good interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills
- Meticulous with a strong composure
- Excellent organisation and management skills
- Proficiency in vernacular languages is advantageous
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 31 Aug 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 apply for other roles within MINDEF or the wider Public Service.