Full Time Assistant Director (Research Analyst) Jobs, in Ministry Of Defence Of Singapore - Maukerja

What The Role Is

You will lead research and analysis on geo-strategic and security-related developments in the region and globally, providing timely and accurate assessments to support decision-making.

What You Will Be Working On

• Monitor and sense-make geo-strategic, defence, and security-related developments in the region and globally within the existing geo-political context
• Produce timely and accurate written assessments on defence and security-related developments
• Lead researchers in collaborating with SAF partners
• Supervise, guide, and develop team members to build research and analytical capabilities within the branch
• Manage and engage internal and external stakeholders to support the branch's research and analytical work
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Sense-making complex and fast-evolving geo-strategic and security developments, and translating them into accurate and actionable assessments within tight timelines
• Developing the team while managing competing priorities across multiple work-streams
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Education in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, Public Policy, or a related field is preferred
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in research and analysis, with a focus on defence and security, geo-politics, or related policy areas is preferred
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Good leadership skills, with experience in supervising and developing a team
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the maturity to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to sense-make complex developments and produce clear, well-structured written assessments
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.