logo
Ministry of Health

Senior Manager / Manager, Strategic Planning (CDA)

Ministry of Health

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 30 Dec 2024

What the role is

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 Senior Manager / Manager, Strategic Planning in Strategic Planning Division (SPD), you will support Head and Deputy Head SPD in the development of our strategic planning approach and organisational strategy; and implement the organisational strategy to achieve its mission and outcomes. He / She will support the senior management in setting organisational goals and priorities, including setting processes, optimising resources and measuring the organisation’s performance to achieve desired goals. The job holder is required to work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of organisation’s direction and intent. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on

• Support the development and implementation of comprehensive organisational strategies aligned with the CDA's mission, vision, and strategic objectives. • Contribute to the agency's strategic planning process, ensuring alignment of organisational development initiatives with overall strategic objectives • Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic priorities and initiatives and establish Measurements of Success to measure progress. • Drive the development of actionable plans to achieve strategic objectives and monitor progress towards goals. • Provide strategic guidance and support to division leads in aligning their initiatives with the overall organisational strategy. • Oversee the development and maintenance of a robust performance management framework to track and report on strategic initiatives. • Involve Board of Directors to leverage board expertise and provide governance for Risk, Finance and Human Resources. • Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field. Tertiary qualification in public health would be appreciated. • 3-5 years in strategic planning, organisational strategy, or a related field. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable strategies. • Demonstrated experience in working with cross-functional teams and driving change management initiatives. • Proficiency in strategic planning tools and methodologies. • Familiarity with performance management and measurement techniques. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. • Prior experience working with Board of Directors would be preferred. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

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.