Assistant Director (Population Health)

You will join the Population Health Division (PHD), which is responsible for developing strategy, concepts, policies and working models with partners to improve long-term population health. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Responsibilities You will guide a team to: • Formulate and develop broad strategies and plans based on evidence and research to improve the preventive health of population segments in support of our key national population health strategies such as Healthier SG and Grow Well SG • Identify areas to improve population health outcomes of different population sub-segments in a targeted manner • Collaborate closely with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to develop and implement these efforts ranging from gap definition, solution development, project planning, monitoring and evaluating initiatives to communications • Organise and guide approach to evaluating these population health efforts, including taking action on evaluation findings to improve outcomes Requirements • Tertiary qualification in any discipline is required • Curious and analytical, with good writing and communication skills • Self-driven and able to build connections and work collaboratively with multiple teams • Preference for prior experience in managing governance processes or in managing a team • Commitment to and persistence in improving the healthcare system to serve Singaporeans better • As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment Key Competencies Required: • Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. • Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. • Improving & Innovating – Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. • Working Effectively with Stakeholders – Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose.