The CDA is a new government agency that is being established by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to oversee Singapore’s communicable disease preparedness, prevention and control, surveillance, risk assessment and outbreak response. It will consolidate and build on the public health functions under MOH, the National Centre for Infectious Diseases, and the Health Promotion Board.
As Assistant Director Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in Strategic Planning Division (SPD), you will support Head and Deputy Head SPD in the development of our ERM strategies; and implement the strategy to achieve its mission and outcomes. He/ She will support the management and divisions in identifying the key risks and prioritising the risks to be immediately addressed. The Assistant Director will play a critical role in shaping the agency's capacity to effectively respond to communicable disease challenges, contributing to the overall public health resilience of Singapore.
Assistant Director, Enterprise Risk Management (CDA)
Ministry of Health
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 30 Dec 2024
What the role is
What you will be working on
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and implementation of CDA’s risk management strategy and framework that is aligned with the agency’s overall mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritisation of risks across CDA.
Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.
Establish and maintain a risk reporting system to keep senior management and stakeholders informed. Develop key risk indicators (KRIs) and monitor them regularly
Prepare and present risk reports to the management committee and board of directors
Work with our Operations division on the development and maintenance of business continuity plans to ensure the agency is prepared to respond effectively to potential disruptions and emergencies
Ensure compliance with relevant risk management standards and regulations
Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to strengthen the agency's risk management practices
Foster a risk-aware culture throughout the agency through risk management training programmes for staff at all levels.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their risk perspectives and concerns
Contribute to the agency's strategic planning process, ensuring alignment of organisational development initiatives with overall strategic objectives
What we are looking for
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
Professional risk management certification (e.g., CRMA, CRISC) is highly desirable
Minimum 8 years of experience in risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and best practices
Experience in public health or healthcare risk management is preferred
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
Experience in crisis management and business continuity planning
About Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation.
As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.