You provide accurate and timely analysis reports on defence capabilities and related developments in identified countries-of-interest in the Asia-Pacific region.
Senior Analyst (Defence Capabilities)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 14 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Conduct research on regional defence capabilities
- Monitor, analyse and identify trends in their defence procurement strategy, defence collaborations and technology development
- Produce high-quality, original research reports
- Present research findings to military leaders and relevant stakeholders
Challenge(s)
- Keeping pace with the rapid changes in the defence and security landscape affecting the countries-of-interest, influencing their defence capability development and collaboration strategies
- Staying ahead of the curve and identify new trends and developments
- Synthesising large amounts of information
- Communicating complex issues to non-specialists
- Working under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality research products
What we are looking for
- Education in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies or a related field
- At least 6 years of experience in research and analysis is preferred
- Defence capability research background is advantageous
- Strong English language command
- Excellent writing abilities
- Critical thinking skills
- Comfortable to work independently or part of a team of analysts
- Interest and knowledge on current technology developments and their implications to defence capability
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About MINDEF
The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.
The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.
About your application process
This job is closing on 14 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 MINDEF or the wider Public Service.