You assist in monitoring navy-of-interest's (NOIs) strategies and updating the Defence Relations (DR) ledger to reflect shifts in offensive/defensive DR interests.

Manager (Defence Relations - Navy)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 03 Mar 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Monitor strategies of navies-of-interest
- Update Defence Relations ledger
- Analyse shifts in offensive/defensive DR interests
- Provide insights on geopolitical situations affecting naval strategies
Challenge(s)
- Staying abreast of rapidly changing geopolitical situations
- Managing heavy workload, especially during high-tempo periods
What we are looking for
- Education in Politics, International Relations or any related field
- Experience in Defence Relations or International Relations from whole-of-government, including MFA, MHA, MOT as well as learning institutes like RSIS and CIL is advantageous
- Good understanding of geopolitical situations
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Resourceful and outspoken
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Meticulous staff work ability
- Excellent organisation and management skills
- Strong composure and clarity of thought
(Applicants with no experience may apply.)
Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.
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.