You will lead the media team at the Ministry of Health on media planning, coordination and execution. You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

In this role, you will advise both internal and external stakeholders on public communications strategies and positioning of a broad range of healthcare issues, and develop, execute and manage public communications programmes that will promote public understanding, appreciation and support of the Singapore healthcare system via a variety of media and social media channels. Your responsibilities will include creating and implementing media plans, drafting of media materials such as press releases and talking points, managing crisis communications, and coordinating media events such as press conferences and media briefings.

• Relevant qualifications with preferably more than 8 years of experience in communications or public relations • Experience in media relations is preferred; stakeholders engagement, marketing communications and/or journalism would be an added advantage • Good communication skills with the ability to engage and interact at different levels • Ability to multi-task and work independently • Strong critical thinking • Highly driven and enjoy working in a fast-paced and challenging environment Key Competencies Required: • Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. • Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. • Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. • Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. 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.