In the Sanitation and Industry Policy Department (SIPD), you will be part of the team that works to strengthen operational capabilities in the new areas of sanitation and hygiene to meet current and future challenges. This includes developing solutions for current challenges, exploring and leveraging new technologies, and developing strategic programmes and engaging relevant stakeholders. SIPD also ensures compliance with the cleaning business licensing regime through audits, investigations, and enforcements.
National Environment Agency
Asst Manager/Manager/Exec Manager (Cleaning Industry Policy Section) – Contract
Fixed TermsClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
You will work in partnership with several stakeholders; internally and externally of which, includes agencies and trade associations, to build up the cleaning capabilities in preparation for potential future emerging infectious diseases, and to develop policies for the cleaning industry to be regulated, trained and well equipped to cope with future pandemics. You will be responsible for the following:
- Review, conceptualise develop and consult industry to enhance policies in NEA’s regulation of disinfection companies
- Manage existing frameworks for the cleaning and disinfection businesses
- Consolidate, prepare and engage internal and external holders to implement, communicate, and operationalise policy changes (such as curating training modules, system enhancements, legislative amendments)
- Respond to enquiries and feedback of disinfection companies, and their requests to be listed on NEA website
- Consolidate and analyse statistics in support of the department’s decision-making process
- Perform secretariat role in committees and meetings
- Participate and contribute in departmental, cross-departmental, divisional and inter-agency initiatives and projects as and when required
- Ad hoc duties assigned by supervisors
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities:
- Possess strong critical thinking, good analytical reasoning, meticulous, with problem-solving and project management skills.
- Excellent writing, interpersonal, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, in particular MS Words, MS Powerpoint and MS Excel.
- Organised and able to multi-task with demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-driven, able to work independently, as well as a good team player in a dynamic environment.
This is a contract post until March 2027.
About your application process
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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.
About National Environment Agency
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg
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