Public Health Officer (Border and Travel Health)

Communicable Diseases Agency

Permanent

Closing on 25 Jul 2025

What the role is

To protect the health of Singaporeans by reducing the burden of communicable diseases through evidence-based policy formulation, implementation of effective disease prevention and control programmes, and epidemiological surveillance strategies.

You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on

Key Job Responsibilities:

Formulation, implementation, monitoring and review of disease prevention and control strategies

Develop and implement surveillance programmes and manage outbreaks/incidents

Provide technical subject matter expertise for border health

Programme management and administration

What we are looking for

Job Requirements:

Preferably with Life Science, Medical, Nursing, Public Health or Epidemiology background

Minimum 2-3 years work experience work experience in public health or border health

Experience in working on border health operations policy would be an advantage

Strong analytical skillsets, including grasp of data analysis techniques

Ability to work under pressure and simultaneously on different projects

Excellent organisational skills and resourcefulness

Good inter-personal and communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate across disciplines

Willing to work beyond office hours, especially during outbreaks

Continuously keep up-to-date on new developments in the communicable diseases field

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Communicable Diseases Agency

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) was established in 2025 as a statutory board under Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) to serve as the central authority for public health policymaking to manage and control the threat of communicable diseases. This is aimed at strengthening Singapore's public health capabilities built during the COVID-19 response to ensure a unified command and coordinated approach across all situations, from routine disease control to future outbreaks. CDA safeguards the nation from communicable diseases through disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, vaccination programs, public education, and global health collaboration. Beyond domestic activities, the CDA aims to expand Singapore’s global outreach and foster collaboration with international partners.