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Ministry of Health

Senior Manager / Manager (HR) (CDA)

Ministry of Health

Fixed Terms

What the role is

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) will be 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. As the Senior Manager/Manager (HR) of the interim Communicable Diseases Agency (iCDA) under the umbrella of the Ministry of Health (MOH), you will support the Human Resource Division in the establishment of the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) and assist with the development and management of HR activities for the transition to the Communicable Diseases Agency.

What you will be working on

• Partner with divisional leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that support the strategic growth of the Division. • Ensure effective and efficient delivery of HR services including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding of staff, payroll, compensation and benefits, as well as staff engagement. • Co-design and implement HR strategies effectively to better attract, retain, develop, engage and motivate employees. • Collaborate with the HR team and divisions to champion and accelerate a culture of excellence, where people feel engaged and inspired to deliver results. • Participate in the implementation of the HR Information System (i.e. Workday) including Data Management and Reconciliation; User Testing; Change Management for the Cumulus System.

What we are looking for

Job responsibilities • Minimum tertiary qualifications from recognised discipline • At least 4-5 years of working experience in HR management. • Prior experience in the public sector/agenices would be an advantage. Job Requirements • Strong knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment laws. • Ability to develop and align overall HR strategies and initiatives across different HR functions. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with employees at all levels. • Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and other HR software applications. • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance

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.