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Energy Market Authority

Deputy Director (Public Engagement and Outreach Branch)

Energy Market Authority

Fixed Terms

Closing on 30 May 2025

What the role is

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Deputy Director to lead our Public Engagement & Outreach efforts. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead innovative engagement strategies to enhance public awareness and understanding of Singapore’s Energy Story and initiatives for the transition towards a clean energy future. 
 
You will lead outreach initiatives by engaging diverse stakeholders, including the general public, youths, schools, businesses and organisations as well as fostering co-creation and co-delivery of impactful outreach programmes for key stakeholder groups. This role requires a proactive leader with exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills to drive positive change in energy awareness, including being comfortable with managing multiple priorities and stakeholders concurrently.
 
If you are one who thrives on breaking new ground and building strong relationships, we would love to connect!

Responsibilities:
- Design strategic engagement and outreach strategies to elevate awareness and promote understanding of Singapore’s Energy Story across diverse audiences including the general public, youths, schools, businesses and organisations.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholder groups (internal and external) and facilitate effective dialogue to co-create and co-deliver outreach efforts.
- Lead the development and execution of outreach and engagement efforts across different channels (eg. events, workshops, school talks, webinars etc).
- Oversee the creation of compelling content tailored for different target audiences (eg. toolkits, social media campaigns, publicity materials, presentations etc).
- Lead and manage a small, dedicated team to ensure the successful execution of engagement initiatives while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Track and report the progress and impact of engagement initiatives to senior management, making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement

Requirements:
- 8-10 years of relevant experience in stakeholder engagement, with at least 5 years in a supervisory capacity.
- Proven ability to develop and execute effective engagement strategies, build rapport and facilitate constructive dialogue amongst diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to develop long-term engagement strategies and drive data-driven solutions.
- Expertise in partnering internal and external advocates to amplify messages to support greater engagement and awareness. Excellent verbal communication and inter-personal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and engagingly, while effectively engaging diverse audiences.
- Able to commit to stakeholder engagement activities on weekday evenings or weekends, if required.

About Energy Market Authority

The Energy Market Authority (EMA) is statutory board under the Singapore Ministry or Trade and Industry (MTI). Through our work, we seek to build a clean energy future that is resilient, sustainable and competitive. We aim to ensure a reliable and secure energy supply, promote effective competition in the energy market and develop a dynamic energy sector in Singapore. At EMA, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous learning and employee well-being. Joining us means embarking on a meaningful career where you will be part of a transformative journey towards a clean energy future, experiencing a unique adventure of discovery and growth. We empower our people to drive innovation at every level Our open culture encourages teams to embrace diverse perspectives, enabling you to push beyond the status quo We are committed to energising your growth through ample opportunities for skill development. helping you become an expert in your field and a valuable asset to the energy industry. You also stand to enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits which are designed to meet your needs and prioritise your holistic well-being. Visit: www.ema.gov.sg for more information.