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 plays a central policymaking role in advancing data governance excellence across the public sector. Its responsibilities include: (a) formulating and implementing whole-of-government (WOG) data policies that guide the strategic management, sharing, and utilisation of data as a national asset; (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; and (c) strengthening data governance by developing policies relating to responsible use of data, as well as driving the development of capabilities, institutionalizing structures and standardising tools for WOG.

We are looking for someone with a strong policy orientation to help design strategies, develop and implement new initiatives to build up the public sector data governance ecosystem. Ideally, the candidate also brings practical experience in data management or governance to align policy intent with implementation. You will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and driving WOG data governance strategies, policies and initiatives. You will guide and oversee a policy team responsible for policy development, stakeholder engagement, and implementation of strategic projects that strengthen Government’s data governance. • Strategic leadership and policy oversight – provide strategic direction in the formulation, review and implementation of central policies and guidelines in the data governance space • Capability building and ecosystem development – oversee initiatives to build a robust ecosystem that supports Government agencies to enhance their data governance capabilities, in three key areas. These areas include (a) workforce development and planning (i.e. this will go beyond developing training roadmap and comprehensive training, and include analysing and planning for public sector data governance workforce), (b) institutionalizing structures, and (c) standardising system and tools for WOG • Stakeholder engagement and inter-agency collaboration – forge strong partnerships with Government agencies • Supervision and team development – supervise, guide and motivate a team of policy officers This role has significant impact as you contribute towards shaping the government data governance landscape, and empowering Government agencies to confidently exercise data governance.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who embodies integrity, collaboration and a commitment to excellence. As a Deputy Director, you will play a key leadership role in advancing Singapore’s Smart Nation vision through strategy and policies. If you are passionate about driving public sector transformation, we invite you to join us! Candidates should have: • Background in related domains such as public policy, Business, Law, Information/Computer Science, Data Analytics/Statistics, Engineering, or any related field • Relevant experience in one or more of the following: o Policy and strategy o Data Governance and policy o Workforce development o Capability building o Regulatory compliance o Data management o Data privacy regulations The ideal candidate possesses the following skills: • Strong policy and strategy experience, with a sound grasp of technical concepts to bridge policy and implementation • Strategic thinker with a strong systems perspective and able to see the big picture • Good perspective taking skills, able to analyse issues from different agencies’ standpoints • Strong communication and interpersonal skills that can create a consensus on action from a wide spectrum of external and internal stakeholders • Experience in leading policy teams and developing people • 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.