The Ministry of National Development (MND)’s operating environment is changing rapidly. Amid an evolving geopolitical and socioeconomic context which has reshaped the collective demands on infrastructure, the issues we face are increasingly complex and multi-faceted. To respond to these challenges, MND must evolve and reshape our organisation to be future ready. MND is embarking on our transformation roadmap to create a stronger, more flexible, and adaptable organisation, an agile and nimble workforce, and a collaborative and joyful workplace. We are accelerating organisational transformation and strategic capability building across MND and our Statutory Boards, to support our key business ambitions and organisational priorities. We are also transforming our employee experience, by creating a more attractive and collaborative work environment and implementing new initiatives to support officers’ growth and well-being.

The Deputy Director (Transformation) provides leadership to the Transformation Team in MND’s Corporate Development Division, working across multiple teams including HR, IT and Corporate Resources to drive organisational excellence for the MND Family. Specific Job Responsibilities You will: - Spearhead strategic capability building to transform the MND Family workforce in tandem with our business ambitions and organisational priorities, including the translation of capability building strategies into Learning & Development policies and frameworks. - Drive organisational development and employee engagement for the MND Family, considering our evolving operating context, industry best practices, organisation development strategies and design thinking. - Lead strategic reviews which ensure that MND HQ’s organisation and job structure is responsive to our shifting business priorities and align manpower resourcing strategies with organisational priorities. - Transform MND HQ’s employee experience and support for staff well-being, in line with evolving employee aspirations and industry practices. This includes driving workplace transformation and asset enhancement works for the MND Complex.

We are looking for people who have strong drive and are comfortable with ambiguity, open to new ways of thinking and willing to push boundaries. You should preferably possess: - At least 6-8 years of work experience, preferably in policy/planning or the organisation transformation/innovation space, and at least 3 years in a leadership position. - Ability to lead and motivate a strong team of officers, think strategically and critically analyse multiple sources of information to derive insights for strategy formulation. - Strong command of written and spoken English, as well as the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders across various levels. Competencies Required - Ability to analyse global and national trends which impact organisation performance, navigate loosely defined problem spaces and propose innovative solutions which are in line with ground realities. - Ability to think beyond department or agency lines, and form effective partnerships within and across agencies. - Ability to implement, monitor and ensure the execution of all aspects of a project, strategically using available resources to achieve objectives in an efficacious manner, anticipate potential risks and put in place mitigation measures.

The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans. Our Vision: An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City MND's vision reflects our growing emphasis not just on physical infrastructure, but also on the softer aspects of creating emotional attachment in our people, the global talents and corporations whom we attract here. At the same time, it articulates MND's goal of building upon Singapore’s unique distinguishing characteristics to develop Singapore as a global city of knowledge, culture and excellence. Our Mission: Develop World-Class Infrastructure MND will provide quality physical infrastructure for the nation by working with our partners in the public and private sectors. Create a Vibrant, Resilient and Sustainable Living Environment MND will strive to make Singapore a livelier and more exciting city, and ensure our nation is well-prepared to face the growing uncertainties and complexities. MND will also maintain the quality and resilience of our built and natural environment to ensure high standards of living, and carry out development that meets the needs of the present without compromising that of future generations. Provide Affordable and Accessible Public Housing MND will commit to support Singaporeans' homeownership aspirations and ensure public housing remains affordable and accessible. Build Rooted and Cohesive Communities MND will strive to foster our citizens' attachment and love for our homeland and maintain social cohesiveness in our communities, even as Singapore continues to be an open and globalised society.