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Housing and Development Board

Communications & Engagement Manager (Media Relations)

Housing and Development Board

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 09 Sep 2025

What the role is

As a member of HDB’s Strategic Communications & Engagement Group, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the development and implementation of communications strategies to promote understanding of HDB’s policies and programmes.

What you will be working on

Your role will include: • Developing and executing publicity plans to profile Singapore’s public housing programme across mainstream and online news media, and on HDB’s owned platforms • Planning and organising media visits and events to create greater awareness and understanding of HDB’s policies and programmes • Assessing and crafting timely responses to media queries, forum letters, commentaries and editorials • Monitoring and providing analysis of media coverage on HDB, and planning strategies to address issues of media interest

What we are looking for

You should possess an excellent command of English and strong interpersonal skills. You should also have a keen interest in current affairs and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in communications, journalism, design, or a related field will be a strong advantage. Successful candidates will be offered a 1-year contract at the first instance. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted for the position within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About Housing and Development Board

We are Singapore's public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. We take pride in creating homes and towns that form a quality living environment for the young and old. Throughout the years, our continuous innovation and upgrading programmes have ensured that the heartland remain our cherished home. Join us in making a difference to the heartlands and communities that matter to us. Take on the challenge of shaping the nation’s skyline and landscape. With the wide range of opportunities available in HDB, you play an integral part in redefining the future of public housing and improving the lives of Singaporeans.

About your application process

This job is closing on 09 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 Housing and Development Board or the wider Public Service.