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Ministry of National Development

Manager/Assistant Director (Leadership Planning)

Ministry of National Development

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 20 Sep 2025

What the role is

As a member of the Human Resource Division’s Leadership Planning team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing talent management strategies that align with MND’s business priorities and future manpower needs. This involves working with stakeholders and HR teams across the MND Family, including partner agencies such as PSD, to attract, develop and retain key talent, and to groom them for leadership roles within the organisation. Key focus areas could include: a) Partnering with line divisions to identify talent needs and implement effective strategies to attract the right talent; b) Identifying training and development needs to support officers’ career development and growth, such as reviewing leadership milestone programmes and various talent development initiatives; and c) Building an adequate pipeline of successors for key leadership positions, which includes ensuring a healthy renewal for our MND Family Boards.

What you will be working on

To achieve these outcomes, you will drive and coordinate the review of HR policies, utilise HR data to assess the effectiveness of talent management initiatives, and implement programmes to ensure a positive and engaged workforce. You will also get a chance to participate in projects and process improvement initiatives, and staff meetings deliberating these issues involving MND senior management and other stakeholders.

What we are looking for

1. Relevant experience would be advantageous 2. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills 3. Excellent writing skills 4. Ability to manage time well and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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

This job is closing on 20 Sep 2025.

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.