You are responsible for leading and managing the Joint Information Research Branch in providing long-term and event-based sensing for SAF Internal Tribe, directing target audience analysis and multi-source data fusion to derive actionable insights that support MINDEF/SAF policy development.

Deputy Director (Joint Information Research)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 12 Oct 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Lead and manage Joint Information Research Branch operations
- Provide long-term and event-based sensing for SAF Internal Tribe
- Direct and coordinate relevant target audience analysis
- Oversee fusion and analysis of multi-source data to derive actionable insights
- Support MINDEF/SAF entities in developing reinforcing policies and actions
- Sustain SAF's Commitment to Defence through strategic information research
- Manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and trade-offs
Challenge(s)
- Managing complex multi-source data analysis while ensuring accuracy and relevance of insights
- Balancing multiple stakeholder requirements and navigating trade-offs in project delivery
- Translating analytical findings into actionable policy recommendations
What we are looking for
- Education in Communications, Sociology, Psychology or Data Science, Master's degree in associated fields is preferred
- At least 15 years of relevant experience
- Proven ability to manage projects with multiple stakeholders and trade-offs
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills
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.
About your application process
This job is closing on 12 Oct 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within MINDEF or the wider Public Service.