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Communicable Diseases Agency

Communicable Diseases Agency

Senior Manager / Manager (Talent Acquisition and Planning)

Fixed Terms
Closing on 01 Jun 2026

What the role is

As a Manager/Senior Manager (Talent Acquisition and Planning), you will support talent acquisition initiatives and provide HR advisory to stakeholders across the organisation. This role involves both hands-on recruitment work and HR partnership to help build and maintain a capable workforce.

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

  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including drafting job advertisements, coordinating interviews, and partnering with hiring managers to identify and secure suitable candidates.
  • Oversee end-to-end onboarding processes for new hires, including preparation and administration of appointment documents, ensuring compliance with public service regulations and coordinating with relevant stakeholders for a smooth transition.
  • Partner with divisional leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that support the division’s strategic growth.
  • Co-design and implement HR strategies effectively to better attract, retain, develop, engage and motivate employees.
  • Support HR Information System administration (Workday) including data management and reconciliation; user testing and change management for the Cumulus System.
  • Explore and pilot new technologies and tools, and evaluate their suitability for implementation to improve HR effectiveness and efficiency.

Any other duties related to Talent Acquisition and Planning as assigned.

What we are looking for

  • Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource or a related discipline
  • At least 5 years’ relevant experience in recruitment, talent attraction, or related HR function.
  • Prior HR experience in the public sector will be an advantage
  • Ability to leverage technology to support HR functions and improve efficiency

Job Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment laws.
  • Ability to develop and align overall HR strategies and initiatives across different HR functions.
  • Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with employees at all levels.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

About your application process

This job is closing on 01 Jun 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 Communicable Diseases Agency or the wider Public Service.

About Communicable Diseases Agency

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) was established in 2025 as a statutory board under Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) to serve as the central authority for public health policymaking to manage and control the threat of communicable diseases. This is aimed at strengthening Singapore's public health capabilities built during the COVID-19 response to ensure a unified command and coordinated approach across all situations, from routine disease control to future outbreaks. CDA safeguards the nation from communicable diseases through disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, vaccination programs, public education, and global health collaboration. Beyond domestic activities, the CDA aims to expand Singapore’s global outreach and foster collaboration with international partners.

Learn more about Communicable Diseases Agency