The Resilience and Engagement Division (RED) helps build a strong society by fostering a sense of solidarity and commitment to Singapore. We do this through three pillars of work: fostering a strong and inclusive sense of national identity; helping newcomers integrate into Singapore and appreciate what it means to be part of Singapore; and promoting a culture of volunteerism and philanthropy. You will be part of our team that reviews and formulates policies, strategies and plans to strengthen social cohesion and solidarity and commitment to contribute to the common good. Our work focuses not only on Singaporeans, but also supporting the integration of newcomers into Singapore society.

Our team designs and implements sense-making mechanisms (e.g. surveys, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, data analytics) to assess the state of national identity, cohesion and solidarity in Singapore. This informs our strategies and programming. Our team engages a wide range of stakeholders – government agencies, community partners and citizens – to design, implement and evaluate these programmes and initiatives. Your role would include the following functions: • Strategic Planning & Coordination: Strategic planning and co-ordination of whole-of-government platforms (National Education Committee, National Integration Council) that drive the agenda on national identity and social cohesion. • Policy: Reviewing existing and recommending new policies, programmes and initiatives on social cohesion and solidarity. • Research: Implementing sense-making mechanisms (e.g. surveys, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, geospatial analysis, data analytics) to collect data on the state of identity and integration, and make informed recommendations for programmes and initiatives to strengthen national identity and integration. • Programmes & Engagement: Working with other government and non-government agencies and partners to implement policies and develop programmes that strengthen national identity and social cohesion. This includes designing approaches to involve and engage citizens in the development process.

Competency Requirements Stakeholder Engagement • Identifies and engages key stakeholders strategically, fostering a strong sense of national identity and commitment to Singapore • Builds and sustains relationships with diverse stakeholders, promoting initiatives that strengthen Singaporeans' rootedness and motivate community care Data-driven Policy Analysis • Utilises data analytics to review existing National Identity (NI) policies, programmes, and initiatives, assessing their effectiveness and impact • Develops evidence-based recommendations for new or improved NI strategies, leveraging insights from complex data analysis Deep Critical Thinking • Synthesises diverse information to identify critical issues, applying analytical thinking to develop effective, evidence-based policy solutions • Navigates complex societal contexts to translate intricate policy concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders Clear and Concise Writing • Express main ideas clearly and concisely in writing Design for Implementation and Communication • Formulates policies that integrate strategic communications considerations from inception, ensuring effective public engagement and understanding • Develops practical policy solutions with a keen awareness of implementation challenges, balancing ideals with on-the-ground realities Other Competencies • Deep understanding of Singapore’s political and social contexts • Good networks across ministries and agencies Experiences • Experience in coordinating cross-agency collaborations and initiatives Personality Traits • A passion for Singapore and keen interest to contribute to our mission of building national identity • A self-starter who is mature, resourceful and meticulous • Personable and articulate, with a natural ability to build rapport and communicate effectively across diverse audiences • Proactive in seeking opportunities to collaborate with other parties **Shortlisted applicants will be notified within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

We aim to build a cohesive and resilient society, deepening the sense of national identity and affinity for Singapore through strengthening community bonds, promoting of the arts and heritage, youth engagement, sports development, volunteerism and philanthropy.