Assistant Director (Media Relations)

What The Role Is

You formulate, coordinate and execute public communication (PC) strategies and plans in support of MINDEF/SAF’s communications objectives, principally to strengthen the corporate and public image of MINDEF/SAF, and to preserve public trust and confidence in National Defence, National Service (NS) and the SAF.

What You Will Be Working On

The scope encompasses day-to-day current operations, as well as consequence management of major incidents and crises. Leveraging media coverage, social media and alternative media platforms, you are expected to shape perceptions of MINDEF/SAF among key target audiences to achieve desired informational outcomes for MINDEF/SAF. You are also responsible for MINDEF/SAF’s interactions with the media. You also function as the Service Account Manager for a particular Service.

What We Are Looking For

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Communication Studies, Political Science or Social Sciences, with at least six years’ relevant experience in journalism, media, public relations, corporate communication, and/or corporate planning. You must have a keen interest in Singapore’s media, political, defence and security developments, have a good understanding of Singapore’s media landscape, and be comfortable working with policy makers and staff departments. You must be able to work odd hours and travel overseas on short notice for work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.