You play a key role in ensuring prudence in defence spending as a member of the Expenditure Policy team.
MINDEF
Manager (Expenditure Policy)
Permanent
Closing on 16 Jan 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
- Establish and review guiding principles, policies and frameworks that govern various types of discretionary expenditures
- Analyse expenditure patterns and make policy analysis and recommendations to shape use of public funds
Challenge(s)
- Making high-quality policy analysis and recommendations
What we are looking for
- Education in Finance, Accountancy or Business Administration is preferred
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience is preferred
- Self-motivated
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
- Excellent writing and analytical skills
- Strong policy analysis capabilities
- Ability to analyse expenditure patterns and financial data
- Good communication skills to present policy recommendations
(Applicants with no experience may apply.)
Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 16 Jan 2026.
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.
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.
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