Assistant Director (Sustainability Policy)
What The Role Is
You will contribute to the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)/Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s long-term sustainability direction by developing policies and strategies that support Singapore's national climate and sustainability ambitions, while safeguarding defence operational effectiveness and readiness. This role requires strategic thinking, sound policy judgement, and innovative solutions to address complex and evolving sustainability challenges across the defence ecosystem.
What You Will Be Working On
You will contribute to the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)/Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s long-term sustainability direction by developing policies and strategies that support Singapore's national climate and sustainability ambitions, while safeguarding defence operational effectiveness and readiness. This role requires strategic thinking, sound policy judgement, and innovative solutions to address complex and evolving sustainability challenges across the defence ecosystem.
What You Will Be Working On
- Formulate and review environmental sustainability policies, strategies, and roadmaps, balancing national sustainability objectives with defence operational priorities
- Develop strategies to support MINDEF/SAF's commitments under GreenGov.SG
- Assess sustainability performance and identify opportunities to strengthen outcomes
- Evaluate the implications of national climate policies and potential emissions reduction measures
- Develop strategies to manage MINDEF/SAF's long-term emissions trajectory, considering feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and operational requirements
- Engage stakeholders across MINDEF/SAF, Whole-of-Government (WoG) agencies, and industry partners to align policy positions, build consensus, and explore emerging technologies and innovative sustainability solutions
- Analyse national and global sustainability policies, trends, and technologies to identify opportunities, challenges, and implications for MINDEF/SAF
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to communicate MINDEF/SAF's sustainability policies, commitments, and initiatives
- Balancing evolving global and national sustainability trends with MINDEF/SAF's mission, operational effectiveness, and readiness, while positioning MINDEF as a responsible and progressive organisation
- Navigating and reconciling differing priorities among diverse stakeholders to build consensus and advance MINDEF/SAF's sustainability policies and strategies
- Education in Science, Engineering, Environmental Sustainability, or a related field is preferred
- At least 6 years of experience, with relevant experience in policy formulation, strategic planning, environmental sustainability, or related areas is advantageous
- Strong policy analysis and strategic planning capabilities
- Keen interest in environmental sustainability
- Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate complex information, identify key issues, and formulate evidence-based recommendations
- Ability to assess complex policy considerations and develop practical, forward-looking strategies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, navigate differing perspectives, and build consensus
- Ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple workstreams, and translate strategies into actionable plans
- Proactive and resourceful mindset with sound judgement
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment