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MINDEF

Assistant Director (Digital)

MINDEF

Permanent

Closing on 31 Aug 2025

What the role is

You support the development of future defence concepts in digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) domains, as well as the master-planning of Research & Development (R&D) and experimentation to realise game-changing future concepts.

What you will be working on

- Develop future defence concepts - Plan and drive R&D and experimentation initiatives - Coordinate with DSTA and DSO partners - Manage local and overseas stakeholder relationships - Monitor technological trends - Identify collaborative opportunities - Prepare reports and manage project implementation Challenge(s) - Justifying disruptive concepts which will requires a mindset change, takes time to realise and carries technical and programme risks - Keeping current with rapidly evolving technology trends - Identifying collaborative opportunities both locally and internationally

What we are looking for

- At least 6 years of working experience in technical domains, digital and AI expertise is preferred - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Strong analytical thinking abilities - Good time management skills - Highly motivated and work well under pressure 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 31 Aug 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.