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Science and Technology Policy And Plans Office

Assistant Head / Head, Community and Outreach

Science and Technology Policy And Plans Office

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 19 Sep 2025

What the role is

Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) are pivotal in modernizing public service delivery, as well as driving innovation and efficiency in the public sector. By integrating STE, cutting-edge solutions and strategies that address complex societal challenges are made possible, significantly improving the quality of life for our citizens. This role is with the People and Capability Development Directorate in the Public Sector Science and Technology Policy and Plans Office (S&TPPO). The team develops and implements HR strategies and levers to strengthen capability development and the career value proposition for public service STE professionals. You will be supporting the Director and Deputy Director in planning and executing strategic initiatives at a whole-of-government level, and to gather strong support across and keen participation from government agencies for these initiatives. The actual appointment would depend on the relevant experience that you hold.

What you will be working on

• Strategic Communications : Strategise, design and implement the multi-year STE campaign to promote STE studies and a STE career in public service. • Advocacy: Synergise the outreach and talent attraction effort across the public agencies to enhance perception of STE professions at a whole-of-government level. • Partnership Development: Partner central and public agencies in STE outreach and talent attraction initiatives to raise and develop the right profile of STE pipeline to support future demands. • Community Engagement : Upkeep and develop STE community microsite and other social media platforms (e.g. website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube channel, workplace) to touch base and excite the STE community.

What we are looking for

• 6 to 8 years’ working experience, with stints in marketing communications postings. Background in science, engineering or mathematics or previous experience in working with Science, Tech and Engineering would be advantageous. • Competencies i. Have a broad sense of perspective and strong ability to analyse complex issues and put forth actionable solutions ii. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be adept at influencing various stakeholders and driving collaborations iii. Ability to work independently and in a team to deliver results under tight timelines. iv. Good writing skills, diligent in project management and meticulous in budget tracking

About Science and Technology Policy And Plans Office

The Public Sector Science and Technology Policy and Plans Office (S&TPPO) is a department under the Prime Minister’s Office and serves as the functional leader for the Science, Technology and Engineering (STE) domain in public sector. We collaborate with other centre-of-government agencies to identify, resource and review key STE capabilities, and leverage STE as an enabler to transform operations to deliver more cost-effective and cost-efficient outcomes, thereby building a future-ready and more sustainable Singapore. S&TPPO also aims to develop and implement HR strategies and levers to strengthen capability development and career value proposition of STE professionals in the Singapore Public Service.

About your application process

This job is closing on 19 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 Science and Technology Policy And Plans Office or the wider Public Service.