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Ministry of National Development

Senior Assistant Director/Assistant Director/Manager, Enterprise Risk Management

Ministry of National Development

Permanent/ContractClosed

What the role is

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative individual to join the Research and Strategy Management Division (RSM) at MND, to enhance the organisation’s and MND Family’s enterprise risk management (ERM) and resilience planning systems. You will be part of a team that assists MND management in providing oversight and guidance on the management of risks faced by the organisation and the larger MND Family, in the course of its functions. You will also be part of the Secretariat for the MND Family ERM platform.

What you will be working on

You will work closely with stakeholders and management to identify and review key risks across the organisation, and discuss ways to effectively manage and monitor them. You will formulate, implement and review ERM and resilience planning frameworks, policies and processes, and foster an effective risk management culture through various initiatives. As the role involves working across the various functions of MND, you will be exposed to a good top-down overview of the organisation as well as our agencies. It also means that you will be expected to pick up and understand issues covering a diverse spectrum from the built environment to wildlife management, and analyse the risks pertaining to these areas. You must be able to work with stakeholders to construct a narrative that highlights our key risks and measures to manage them and improve our resilience planning, for discussion with MND management. You will have the opportunity to bring fresh perspectives and approaches to enhance our risk management and resilience planning capabilities.

What we are looking for

• A Degree in any discipline. • Working experience, preferably 3 or more years, in enterprise risk management, business continuity management, emergency planning, or related fields. • Good organisational and interpersonal skills, and can collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive workstreams. • A good team player who can work independently, and has strong sense of drive, responsibility and commitment. • Ability to formulate a good helicopter view of the issues and risks facing the organisation, while also being able to zoom in and discuss with stakeholders on the details when required. • Ability to think innovatively and propose enhancements, including technology adoption, etc, into risk management processes. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Ministry of National Development

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.

About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Ministry of National Development or the wider Public Service.