Deputy Director (Digital Strategy & Transformation - Business)

You will lead and shape strategies for business and digital transformation across the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), translating organisational priorities and business needs into coherent transformation strategies, capability roadmaps and implementation plans. Responsibilities - Drive digital and data transformation across MINDEF/SAF - Identify opportunities for business value creation - Shape target business capabilities and operating models - Leverage digital, data, automation and emerging technologies to transform key business domains - Develop implementation roadmaps and capability plans - Collaborate with other government agencies to leverage relevant Whole-of-Government digital initiatives and capabilities - Design user service journeys to support effective and user-centred digital service delivery Challenge(s) - Balancing innovation with organisational needs and constraints - Keeping pace with rapidly evolving digital technologies and their applications - Navigating complex stakeholder landscapes across MINDEF/SAF and other government agencies - Aligning digital transformation priorities with broader organisational strategies and goals Requirements - Education in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field is preferred - At least 15 years of relevant work experience in planning and business operations - Experience in policy framework formulation or IT implementation is preferred - Well-versed in strategy development and planning - Competent in digital technologies - Familiar with design thinking methodologies - Strong leadership and communication skills - Good organisational acumen - Ability to engage effectively with leadership, stakeholders and engineering staff Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.