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MINDEF

Manager (Strategic Planning & Corporate Development)

MINDEF

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What the role is

You are part of the strategy team in the Strategic Planning and Corporate Development (SPCD) office, responsible for developing mid to long-term business priorities and implementing transformation plans that will support So Drama! Entertainment (SDE)’s goal of bringing Singaporeans quality content and entertainment.

What you will be working on

You will work across business units to analyse strategic risks, opportunities, and business problems to gather insights and deliver recommendations to create high-value and long-lasting impact. Your challenge lies in monitoring and analysing industry trends, as well as internal data, research, and analytics findings, to derive and drive actionable strategies and roadmaps to future-proof the capabilities of the company.

What we are looking for

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Economics, Business, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field. You must be independent, self-motivated, resilient and resourceful, and a good team player. Having at least 3 years' working experience in a research or consulting role, preferably in the media and entertainment-related industry, or possessing data analytics and visualisation skills will be advantageous. Possession of excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, analytical skills and critical thinking skills is essential. You should have interest in industry trends and developments and be open-minded to a wide range of perspectives and thinking styles. Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Successful candidates will be deployed to So Drama! Entertainment (a MINDEF-Related Organisation), on a 2-year contract. (Applicants with no experience may apply.) 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.