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Ministry of Manpower

Senior / Manager, Public Health & Surveillance , ACE Group

Ministry of Manpower

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 20 Dec 2024

What the role is

At the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), we strive to build a Great Workforce and a Great Workplace. We work to achieve a globally competitive workforce and great workplace, for a cohesive society and a secure economic future for all Singaporeans. Our work transcends the boundaries of our desks – it takes us to real workplaces all over Singapore. We are continually on the lookout for individuals who want to make a difference and impact lives in the core areas of our work. The Policy and Public Health branch within the Medical Department in ACE Group drives policies in relation to public health, care, systems, enablers and clinical quality for migrant workers as well as co-ordinates across internal and external stakeholders on policy translation. You will work closely with the Ministry of Health, divisions within Ministry of Manpower and departments within ACE Group to develop evidence-based public health policies, epidemiological analysis to drive prompt public health interventions, and provide public health consultancy to other departments within the ACE Group. The incumbent will also provide oversight to ensure that policies and interventions remain up to date and are continuously reviewed for its efficacy to ensure appropriate public health outcomes for migrant workers.

What you will be working on

• Develop evidence-based public health policies to protect the health of migrant workers • Conduct epidemiological analysis and oversee the development of public health intervention plan to be executed by the mobile clinical team • Provide public health consultancy to stakeholders

What we are looking for

• Experience in public health, accreditation as a public health physician or postgraduate training in public health will be an advantage • Cope well when working under pressure • Strong leadership skills, able to multi-task, analytical, good project management skills • Strong crisis communications skills • Good communication and interpersonal skills

About Ministry of Manpower

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) aims to develop a productive workforce and progressive workplaces, for Singaporeans to have better jobs and a secure retirement. In a rapidly changing global economic landscape, Singapore’s workforce and workplace practices have to remain adaptable. MOM’s policies help enhance the workforce’s profile, promote lifelong employability and income security for Singaporeans, as well as foster excellent working environments that are fair and safe. As an MOM officer, you will get to work in a range of exciting areas to help the Ministry attain its goals, including manpower policy, industrial relations, workplace safety and foreign employment regulation. MOM is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all.