You lead and supervise a small team to leverage data science methods and techniques to enhance MINDEF/SAF’s strategic communications.

Assistant Director (Communications Data Science)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 13 Apr 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Supervise the derivation of data-driven insights and recommendations from the application of data science, integrated with social science insights, to study MINDEF/SAF’s audiences and defence-related issues
- Supervise the translation of data into visual insights and recommendations to guide MINDEF/SAF’s strategic communications strategy, policy and planning across public and internal communications, and community engagement
- Guide the team to develop and maintain the communications data architecture to support analysis and decision-making
Challenge(s)
- Translating complex data and technical findings to strategic communications practitioners and decision makers
- Understanding MINDEF/SAF’s organisational considerations and the intricacies of the information environment that MINDEF/SAF operates in
What we are looking for
- Education in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Psychometrics, Operational Research or related field
- At least 6 years of experience in data science, analytics or communications, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience
- Technical knowledge in analysis methods, data management, programming languages and visualisation software
- Strong analytical skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Good presentation and communication skills
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.