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Ministry of Digital Development and Information

Ministry of Digital Development and Information

Personal Assistant/Exec./Sr Exec., IDG & WDD, SNDG

Permanent/Contract
Closing on 30 Apr 2026

What the role is

The Smart Nation Group – Digital Government (SNDG), under the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and administratively managed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI), is at the forefront of the Singapore Government's digital transformation. We shape and implement strategies and policies to achieve our vision of a Digital Government that is Digital to the core and serves with heart. This includes building long-term digital capabilities for the public sector, driving innovation across Government agencies, and ensuring digital services are user-centric, secure and resilient. The jobholder will be the Personal Assistant to three principals and provide administrative support to (1) Senior Director (Digital Workforce Transformation), (2) Director (Institute of Digital Government) and (3) Director (Workforce Development Division).

What you will be working on

For the three principals listed, the jobholder will manage their calendars, coordinate meetings, handle correspondence, and facilitating their day-to-day schedules. Key responsibilities include calendar management, travel arrangements, meeting preparation and follow-up, and serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders for these matters. The jobholder will also manage confidential information and communications with discretion and professionalism. Additionally, the role may involve supporting the Institute of Digital Government and Workforce Development Division with broader administrative matters such as event logistics, procurement, budget tracking, and other operational tasks as required.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who values integrity, teamwork and takes pride in going the extra mile to provide excellent service. If you share our passion in shaping Singapore into a Smart Nation, we welcome you to join us! What we are looking for • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Proactive approach and ability to anticipate needs • Flexibility to multi-task and work outside of office hours when required • Professional demeanour when interacting with senior stakeholders • Willingness to be hands-on and execute various tasks as needed Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance. All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting outcome within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About your application process

This job is closing on 30 Apr 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 Digital Development and Information or the wider Public Service.


About Ministry of Digital Development and Information

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) drives Singapore’s digital development in four key domains — the economy, government, security, and society. MDDI oversees the development of the infocomm technology, cybersecurity, and media sectors; the Government’s digitalisation initiatives; and the national library, national archives, and public libraries. The Ministry is also responsible for effective public communications, and the Government’s information and public communication policies.

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