Senior Manager, Media Communications T3, Communications & Engagement Department

You will be part of a dynamic team that develops and implements communications and engagement plans for key areas of MOM’s work. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to formulate and execute media communications strategies with the overall objectives of raising awareness of Singapore’s manpower policies and strengthening public trust in MOM. Responsibilities • Plan and execute media operations to achieve MOM’s desired communication outcomes, including developing robust media plans, organising media briefings and interviews, preparing media materials and managing day-to-day media requests such as replies to media queries and forum letters. • Monitor and analyse media coverage and outcomes to ensure effectiveness of media plans. • Prepare and execute strategic communication plans for policy announcements/issues under MOM’s purview, including the desired messaging and framing, and red-teaming possible derailers to communications. These include in areas such as workplace safety and health, workplace fairness, and inclusive workplaces. • Cultivate strong relationships with media contacts; identify opportunities to proactively pitch stores and ensure good coverage of MOM’s announcements and policies. • Staff and provide strategic communications counsel to Political Office Holders and senior management for events and manage media onsite at media events Requirements • Minimum 2 years' experience in the public sector and/or public communications work • Well versed in media communications, media relations and/or marketing and digital communications • Good interpersonal skills; ability to identify focus areas, interpret data, influence, negotiate and implement public communications strategies / tactics • Mature and have a keen interest in current affairs • Possess strong written and spoken communications skills • Good project management skills with ability to multi-task and deliver good outcomes under pressure and fast-changing conditions • Committed and energetic team player Resourceful and able to respond quickly and effectively to dynamic and sensitive situations