Full Time Assistant Director (Marriage - Parenthood Policy) Jobs, in Strategy Group, Prime Minister's Office - Maukerja

What The Role Is

The Marriage and Parenthood Policy Directorate drives and co-ordinates whole-of-government efforts to address Singapore’s low fertility rate, which is key to tackling our population challenge. We seek to build a more family-friendly ecosystem where Singaporeans are supported in fulfilling their marriage and parenthood (M&P) aspirations.

What You Will Be Working On

In this role, you will support the Director to drive whole-of-government strategies and partnerships with stakeholders across the public, private and people sectors to deliver strong M&P outcomes:

• Guide the team in reviewing M&P policies and developing ideas to drive the next bound of M&P moves, in consultation and collaboration with other agencies and diverse stakeholders (e.g. tripartite partners, community organisations).
• Research and analyse local/international trends and wide-ranging issues that affect M&P decisions.
• Work with team and stakeholders to develop innovative public engagement and partnership strategies to better understand public sentiments, raise awareness and shape mindsets around M&P issues, and foster a more family-friendly society.
• Supervise and guide the team in drafting replies to media, public and parliamentary queries on marriage and parenthood related policies.
• Plan and manage resources for policy implementation and organisational development.
• Foster and contribute to a positive work environment and culture.
  
  Through this role, you can look forward to:
• Develop strategic thinking, formulate and implement policies, and gain communications and engagement and data analysis skills
• Opportunities for learning and growth, e.g. stakeholder management, mentorship, cross-directorate sharings and socials
• An enriching organisational culture of curiosity, courage, collaboration and care
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Strong leadership and managerial abilities
• Experience in policy or policy-related work
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
• Good knowledge and understanding of socioeconomic trends
• Able to work well independently and in teams
• Driven and committed to excellence
  
  
  
  

Note:

We may refer you as a potential candidate for vacancies in other agencies we assessed you to be suitable for.

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