The CDA is a new government agency that is being established by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to oversee Singapore’s communicable diseases preparedness, prevention and control, surveillance, risk assessment and outbreak response. As a Senior/Public Health Officer of the Immunisation Policy and Strategy (IPS) Division, you will be contributing to the Division’s objective of minimising morbidity and mortality of vaccine-preventable diseases of public health importance through shaping national immunisation policies and strategies. 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.

You will be involved in the development, review and administration of the Vaccine Injury Financial Assistance Programme (VIFAP). Specific to COVID-19 vaccination, you will support the ongoing review of policy parameters of the programme, ensure smooth administration through maintenance of public materials, coordination with relevant stakeholders, and managing/monitoring of budget. In addition, you will be part of a cross-disciplinary team that looks into enhancing the existing VIFAP programme, with the view to evaluate how the programme may apply to other or future public health events. As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with respective MOH and healthcare stakeholders, in the design and implementation of the programme. Job responsibilities • Conduct reviews of the policy parameters for the VIFAP • Ensure smooth implementation of the VIFAP • Enhance the VIFAP and evaluate its application to other or future public health events

• Minimally Tertiary education in relevant discipline, preferably in public health, epidemiology, infectious diseases, or equivalent or work experience in public health-related field and/or policy would be an added advantage • Candidates with relevant clinical and vaccinology background are strongly preferred • Good personal management and organisational abilities to engage a large variety of stakeholders • Forward-thinking, analytical mindset • Good situational awareness regarding global developments in vaccine scientific information and data, manufacturing/ pandemic preparedness, with the ability to integrate these developments with research findings to shape policy • Good understanding of local and international communicable disease control principles As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

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.