Assistant Director (Data Science)

You lead and supervise a small team to leverage data science methods and techniques to enhance MINDEF/SAF's strategic communications. Responsibilities - Supervise the derivation of data-driven insights and recommendations - Study MINDEF/SAF's audiences and defence-related issues with integration of social science insights - Guide MINDEF/SAF's strategic communications strategy, policy and planning across public and internal communications, and community engagement - Lead the team to develop and maintain the communications data architecture to support analysis and decision-making Challenge(s) - Explaining complex data and technical findings to strategic communications practitioners and decision makers - Understanding MINDEF/SAF's organisational considerations and the intricacies of the information environment that MINDEF/SAF operates in Requirements - Education in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Psychometrics, Operational Research, or a related field - At least 6 years of relevant work experience in a data science, analytics or communications role, with at least 2 years is in a supervisory capacity - Possess necessary technical knowledge and familiarity with analysis methods, data management, programming languages and visualisation software - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent presentation and communication skills Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.