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Assistant Director (Policy & Compliance), Online Safety and Content Regulation
Info-communications Media Development Authority
Fixed Terms
What the role is
What you will be working on
With the aim of creating a safe and trusted online environment for Singapore, IMDA is looking for a Assistant Director to join IMDA’s Online Communications Office, which:
- Designs, operationalises and enforces IMDA’s online content regulations relating to Online Safety and Misinformation
- Engages stakeholders within Government and Industry to ensure effective compliance with online content regulations related to online safety and misinformation.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team to develop and review online safety, misinformation and content regulation and policies, innovative compliance frameworks and other online safety initiatives.
- Lead in-depth, data-driven assessments of online platforms’ compliance with codes of practice.
- Lead and manage stakeholder engagement strategies and oversee interactions with industry stakeholders.
- Spearhead public consultations and industry briefings on regulatory policy initiatives.
- Lead horizon scanning and research initiatives on online safety, misinformation and content regulation related issues globally to support policy development and implementation.
What we are looking for
Job Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in a technology policy or operations related role in the private or public sectors, with 3 years of people management preferred
- Strong interest in online safety and good knowledge of how online platforms operate, including social media services, app stores, online video games and other online communication services.
- Strong writing skills and a natural curiosity to understand how tech works are a must. Experience working with data is preferred.
This position will commensurate with experience.
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified
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About Info-communications Media Development Authority
Info-communications Media Development Authority (www.imda.gov.sg) offers a rewarding career that gives you a front seat in the fast-changing infocomm media sector, where technology and content are shaping the way people view the world more than ever.
We offer a wide range of opportunities, where talented individuals and teams can make a difference. Whether you are developing a telecommunications policy affecting consumers or spearheading a scheme to nurture budding media talents, each member of IMDA contributes towards driving innovation, enhancing productivity for economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Singaporeans.
As a statutory board in the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA promotes and regulates the infocomm and media sectors.
About your application process
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 Info-communications Media Development Authority or the wider Public Service.