Senior Assistant Director (Budget)

You will lead the team to ensure optimal provision, allocation and management of Ministry’s budget to achieve the strategic objectives of the Ministry and WOG in a fiscally sustainable and value-for-money manner. You will also supervise and lead strategic reviews of MOH’s block budget requirements including bottom-up needs, considering historical economic trends, changing healthcare landscape and healthcare cost drivers. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

The key responsibilities include: • Leading and supervising the review of MOH's block budget requirements; • Formulating and operationalising funding frameworks, budget policies and procedures to ensure effective use and allocation of resources in line with national strategic outcomes; • Leading the review of funding approaches and budgetary requirements for agencies under MOH and acting as budget/policy desk head for Ministry of Health Holdings; • Leading the review of operating and development budget proposals from MOH divisions, MOH agencies and other MOH-funded entities; • Leading the preparation of budget-related information for Committee of Supply debates and drafting responses to parliamentary questions; • Supervising and guiding the budget team in meeting work deliverables and initiatives whilst developing staff capabilities.

What are we looking for? • Tertiary education in Finance related discipline. Specialised training in finance and accounting would be an added advantage. • Around 10 years of relevant experience in finance in Ministries & Statutory Boards • Good leadership and team management with experience in leading a team of 4-5 officers before. • Good teamwork and able to work well with and engage other Divisions. • Good writing and strong communication skills. • Good quantitative and analytical skills. • Excellent project and time management skills • Able to see the strategic, big picture from the policy perspective • Able to multi-task, work independently, and work under pressure and meet tight deadlines to produce the desired results. • Meticulous, committed and responsible Ideal candidate should also possess the following key competencies • Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. • Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. • Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. • Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.