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Communicable Diseases Agency

Communicable Diseases Agency

Social Media Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]

Traineeship
Closing on 30 Oct 2025

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What the role is

The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) - Social Media Traineeship will allow the trainee to gain experience in managing CDA’s digital presence, with a primary focus on social media management. The traineeship involves creating engaging social media content, including content conceptualisation, copywriting, visual design, and video production, while monitoring performance metrics and supporting community management for CDA’s social media channels.

What you will be working on

The trainee will support CDA's Corporate Communications Division in managing and enhancing our social media channels. Your primary responsibilities include:

  • Conceptualising and creating engaging social media content

  • Crafting compelling copy for various platforms

  • Designing visuals and producing videos for social posts

  • Monitoring social media performance

  • Compiling and analysing social media metrics for reporting

  • Supporting community management

What we are looking for

Job Requirements

  • Fresh graduate who has completed studies in communications, media production, education, or related fields

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and to engage stakeholders

  • Familiarity with various social media platforms

  • Experience with design and video editing softwares (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, or CapCut)

  • Basic understanding of social media analytics tools

  • Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

  • Prior experience and track record in content creation for social media preferred

  • Hands-on experience in digital content creation, photography, and videography to produce compelling visual assets would be advantageous

  • Resourceful and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong work ethic with ownership and accountability

Key Competencies Required

  • Digital Communication & Content Creation – Strong ability to craft engaging, clear and appropriate content across various social media platforms; understanding of visual storytelling, tone adaptation, and audience-specific messaging whilst maintaining brand consistency.

  • Creative Design & Video Production – Proficiency in basic design and video editing using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, or CapCut; hands-on experience in digital content creation, photography, and videography to produce compelling visual assets.

  • Learning & Adapting to Digital Trends – Possesses the drive and curiosity to stay current with evolving social media platforms, algorithms, and digital marketing trends; ability to quickly learn new tools and adapt strategies based on platform updates.

  • Analytical Thinking & Performance Optimisation – Basic understanding of social media analytics tools with ability to interpret data effectively, analyse audience engagement patterns, and draw actionable insights to improve content performance; strong attention to detail in monitoring campaign effectiveness and ROI.

  • Building Online Communities & Engagement – Ability to foster meaningful interactions with diverse online audiences, respond appropriately to comments and messages, and build authentic relationships that strengthen brand loyalty and community engagement.

  • Risk Awareness & Professional Communication – Demonstrate awareness of potential reputational risks in social media communications; ability to seek guidance when uncertain and communicate professionally in all online interactions whilst learning organisational protocols.

  • Team Collaboration & Support – Willingness to work collaboratively with team members and other departments; ability to support content planning activities and contribute ideas whilst learning from experienced colleagues and following established guidelines.

Application Process:

To apply, please upload your CV or resume AND your portfolio of past works which you think might be relevant to this role. Your portfolio can either be attachments, or links to a shared folder or website (if the attachment size is too large).

About your application process

This job is closing on 30 Oct 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 Communicable Diseases Agency or the wider Public Service.


Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship

The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.

All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:

  • Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
  • Graduated or graduating in 2024 or 2025 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
  • Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024 or 2025.

Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2025 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2026 are eligible for the programme as well.

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About Communicable Diseases Agency

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) was established in 2025 as a statutory board under Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) to serve as the central authority for public health policymaking to manage and control the threat of communicable diseases. This is aimed at strengthening Singapore's public health capabilities built during the COVID-19 response to ensure a unified command and coordinated approach across all situations, from routine disease control to future outbreaks. CDA safeguards the nation from communicable diseases through disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, vaccination programs, public education, and global health collaboration. Beyond domestic activities, the CDA aims to expand Singapore’s global outreach and foster collaboration with international partners.

Learn more about Communicable Diseases Agency