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Ministry of Health

Ministry of Health

Senior Manager / Manager (Specialised and Step-down Care)

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Closing on 27 Feb 2026

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What the role is

You will be part of a team developing step-down and specialised services in psychiatry and mental health care including addictions services, long-term care services and services for the intellectually disabled. 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.

What you will be working on

Be part of a team : o developing and implementing a strategy to increase and enhance specialized addictions rehabilitation services o developing and implementing a strategy to enhance and increase capacity and access to psychiatry and behavioral services for the intellectually disabled and those with neurodevelopmental disorders o developing and implementing a strategy for psychiatric long term care services

What we are looking for

Work Experience, Competencies and Personal Traits • A good bachelor degree or • A professional degree • At least 2 years of relevant work experience in public policy development • Interest in health and social care sectors • Some experience in service planning and development or national level planning of supply/demand • Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse qualitative and quantitative data, and develop evidence-based recommendations. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Need to be able to work independently as well as in a team, and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders Candidates should possess the following: • 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. • Prioritising Competing Demands - Able to prioritise and manage competing demands, with a high level of professionalism. • 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.

About your application process

This job is closing on 27 Feb 2026.

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 Ministry of Health or the wider Public Service.


About Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people – to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH’s responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation. As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore’s healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.

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