Senior Manager/ Assistant Director (Marketing and Outreach), PSC Secretariat,PSD

The Public Service Commission (PSC) was constituted in 1951 as an independent organ of state to appoint, promote, transfer, dismiss and exercise disciplinary control over public officers. The PSC Secretariat provides support to the PSC. This includes formulating conduct and discipline policies, to ensure that officers maintain the highest standards of personal conduct and integrity. One significant non-statutory role of the PSC is the award of PSC Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Under the Talent Management arm of the team, we formulate scholarship policies and oversee talent attraction and development of PSC Scholarship holders as potential future leaders in the Public Service.

[Specific Job Responsibilities] Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director (Talent Management), you will lead strategic talent acquisition and development initiatives for the Public Service, overseeing comprehensive marketing, outreach, and stakeholder engagement programmes. Your key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership and Oversight • Direct Whole-of-Government efforts to enhance awareness of government scholarships and Public Service careers. Develop and implement comprehensive outreach strategies, establish strategic partnerships with local and overseas tertiary institutions, and coordinate cross-agency recruitment initiatives to achieve organisational talent acquisition goals. Brand Strategy and Content Oversight • Lead and oversee the development and production of compelling multimedia content and outreach materials including videos, graphics, and infographics for multiple platforms to raise awareness of government scholarships and Public Service careers, and ensure they are aligned with the Public Service's employer brand and Employer Value Proposition. • Maintain and update the PSC Scholarships website to meet communications objectives. Talent Pipeline Development • Develop and implement systematic frameworks to attract, nurture, and convert candidates from initial engagement through to successful recruitment. Design engagement strategies and oversee their execution to maximise conversion rates for scholarships and graduate opportunities. Event Support • Lead the PSC Secretariat in executing publicity and engagement events for potential scholarship applicants and scholarship ceremonies for scholarship holders, ensuring alignment with broader talent management objectives.

Requirement Join us if you have a passion for the people business and possess the following competencies: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across government and external partners. • Deep understanding of marketing trends and emerging technologies in talent acquisition and employer branding. • Strong background in marketing, communications, media, or related fields with demonstrated leadership experience. • Strategic oversight capabilities for creative and digital initiatives, with working knowledge of design principles and multimedia production processes. • Proven experience in employer branding, talent acquisition strategy, or organisational marketing. • Ability to manage competing priorities and lead teams through demanding campaign cycles and tight deadlines. • Experience in stakeholder management, partnership development, and cross-functional collaboration. • Analytical mindset with experience in performance measurement, data-driven decision making, and demonstrating return on investment. [Key Competencies Required] • [Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgement] Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities to navigate complex organisational challenges, drive innovative solutions under pressure, and ensure alignment with broader Public Service talent management objectives. • [Brand Strategy and Digital Innovation] Expertise in developing comprehensive content strategies and overseeing multimedia campaigns for a diverse range of platforms that enhance employer brand positioning and achieve measurable engagement outcomes. • [Programme Leadership and Resource Management] Strong track record in leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes, managing substantial budgets and resources, and delivering high-impact events that align with organisational priorities and stakeholder expectations. • [Strategic Partnership and Stakeholder Management] Demonstrated excellence in cultivating relationships with tertiary institutions, government agencies, and international partners, whilst developing targeted communication strategies for diverse stakeholder groups and driving cross-functional collaboration. Your career development: As part of your continuous development, you will have access to learning and developmental opportunities that PSD provides as the central people agency. This would include structured opportunities for internal job rotations in the PSC Secretariat cluster, other clusters in PSD, as well as other agencies within the Public Service during your career with us. Applicants will typically be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of the job posting. Successful candidates will be offered a 1-year contract in the first instance.