The Smart Nation Group – Digital Government (SNDG), under the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) and administratively managed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI), plans and prioritizes key Smart Nation and digital government projects, raises the standards of Government ICT and services, builds long-term capabilities for the public sector, and promotes adoption and participation in digital and smart innovations. It takes a whole-of-nation effort, and we will actively engage the public, the industry and fellow agencies as we build a Smart Nation together. The Government Data Division (GDD) within SNDG is responsible for (a) developing whole-of-Government policies to promote data management, sharing and use; (b) identifying and driving new initiatives to improve the exchange of data within Government agencies, and sharing of Government data with commercial partners and the public.

We want a change maker who is creative, collaborative and looks for challenges. You must be ready to roll up your sleeves and rally different teams across government agencies to achieve SNG’s vision of a public sector that is ‘data driven to the core’. This includes enabling Government agencies to use data to create solutions that benefit citizens and businesses. You will be part of a team at the forefront of transforming government data and unlocking the full potential of data assets. As part of the Data Assets and Use team, you will work on the following: 1. Develop and implement policies/measures to facilitate data sharing between (a) government agencies, and (b) from government agencies to non-government entities. Examples include: a) Data sharing policies. b) Whole-of-government data sharing platforms. c) Data classification. d) Emerging data types, such as images/videos, biometric data. e) Treatment and protection of personal data. 2. Develop and implement data-related policies/measures to support whole-of-government strategic initiatives. 3. Develop and implement measures to uplift data standards, data quality, data interfaces and performance of these interfaces. 4. Close engagement with agencies and developing a good understanding of stakeholders’ interests. You will be required to provide advice on the above-mentioned policies/measures, including to arbitrate between competing needs (where necessary). This role has significant impact as it enables Government agencies to better access and use data for policy analysis, service delivery and operations. You will report to Deputy Director (Data Assets and Use).

We are looking for dynamic and self-motivated individuals who value integrity, teamwork and excellence. You will be a leader in this exciting field and need to be able to contribute both at the individual level and provide guidance to your team members / agency partners. If you share our passion in shaping Singapore into a Smart Nation, we welcome you to join us! Candidates should have: • Background in related domains such as Information/Computer Science, Data Analytics/Statistics, Law, Business, Engineering or any related field • Relevant experience or interest to develop in one or more of the following: o Data Governance and policy o Regulatory compliance o Data management o Data privacy regulations The ideal candidate possesses the following skills: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills that can create a consensus on action from a wide spectrum of external and internal stakeholders • Good perspective taking skills, able to analyse issues from different agencies’ standpoints • Work with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal and business stakeholders • Resourceful and proactive, particularly in proposing alternate solutions to achieve desired outcomes • Analytical and creative • Excellent written communication skills

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) drives Singapore’s digital development in four key domains — the economy, government, security, and society. MDDI oversees the development of the infocomm technology, cybersecurity, and media sectors; the Government’s digitalisation initiatives; and the national library, national archives, and public libraries. The Ministry is also responsible for effective public communications, and the Government’s information and public communication policies.