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Ministry of Manpower

Senior Manager/Manager, Media Communications 4, CED

Ministry of Manpower

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 25 Aug 2025

What the role is

You will be part of a dynamic team that develops and implements communications and engagement plans for key areas of MOM’s work. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to formulate and execute media communications strategies with the overall objectives of raising awareness of Singapore’s manpower policies and strengthening public trust in MOM.

What you will be working on

• Plan and execute media operations to achieve MOM’s desired communication outcomes, including developing robust media plans, organising media briefings and interviews, preparing media materials and managing day-to-day media requests such as replies to media queries and forum letters • Monitor and analyse media coverage and outcomes to ensure effectiveness of media plans • Prepare and execute strategic communication plans for policy announcements/issues under MOM’s purview, including the desired messaging and framing, and red-teaming possible derailers to communications • Develop integrated marketing and digital communication strategies on MOM’s policies such as CPF, retirement adequacy, employment standards and senior employment • Cultivate strong relationships with media contacts; identify opportunities to proactively pitch stores and ensure good coverage of MOM’s announcements and policies • Staff and provide strategic communications counsel to Political Office Holders and senior management for events and manage media onsite at media events

What we are looking for

• Minimum 4 years' experience in the public sector and/or public communications work • Well versed in media communications, media relations and/or marketing and digital communications • Mature and have a keen interest in current affairs • Possess strong written and spoken communications skills • Good project management skills with ability to multi-task and deliver good outcomes under pressure and fast-changing conditions • Committed and energetic team player • Resourceful and able to respond quickly and effectively to dynamic and sensitive situations

About Ministry of Manpower

Championing Human Potential for a Thriving Singapore Singaporeans are at the heart of what we do. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) empowers our people and fosters a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. By working closely with our tripartite partners, industry and community stakeholders, we strive to create workforce and workplace policies that foster resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for a thriving Singapore. As an MOM officer, you will be part of this meaningful mission, contributing across diverse and impactful areas - from shaping forward-looking and effective manpower policies and strengthening industrial relations, to enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring balanced local and foreign workforce regulations. Here at MOM, we are committed to creating an inclusive experience not just for our national workforce, but also for our officers who work tirelessly to champion human potential for a thriving Singapore.

About your application process

This job is closing on 25 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 Ministry of Manpower or the wider Public Service.