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MINDEF

Assistant Director (Scholarship Management)

MINDEF

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What the role is

You lead a team overseeing five top-tier MINDEF/SAF scholarships, managing undergraduate scholars and senior officers on sponsorship courses.

What you will be working on

- Develop and implement scholarship selection processes - Conduct pre-selection boards - Collaborate with various stakeholders - Plan and execute engagement activities for scholars - Ensure equity for sponsored personnel - Liaise with various agencies - Monitor and manage scholarship budget - Adapt programmes to changes in the educational landscape - Work on scholarship-related policy matters - Cultivate talents and support their professional development within MINDEF/SAF Challenge(s) - Adapting to changes in educational landscapes and organisational needs

What we are looking for

- At least 8-10 years of relevant Human Resources (HR) experience - Strong communication, analytical and leadership skills - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment - Proficiency in HR policies - Skills in data analytics and process management - Excellent customer service orientation - Strong writing skills - Interest in current affairs - Goal-oriented mindset - Maturity in handling challenges - Willingness to work flexible hours when needed 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.