Ministry of Digital Development and Information

Assistant Manager / Manager / Senior Manager (Research and Data)

Posted: 5 hours ago

Job Description

What The Role IsYou will be part of a team that undertakes in-depth research and analysis work on public opinion trends in Singapore, to inform government policy and improve government communications on key socio-economic issues such as employment, cost of living, retirement adequacy and broader concerns affecting citizens and businesses. As Assistant Manager/ Manager/ Senior Manager, you will be required to develop partnerships with key agencies, identify policy and communications gaps, and design evidence-based, data-driven research approaches to inform relevant stakeholders on suitable interventions.What You Will Be Working OnTo succeed in this role, you will need a broad understanding of Government’s policies and be able to engage stakeholders across Whole-of-Government. You will also need to have an objective and evaluative mind to provide rational perspectives on public policy issues and effectively tap into a range of research tools.What We Are Looking For Good degree from a recognised university in Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics and other related disciplines Knowledge and understanding of fundamental statistics and research methods Knowledge of SPSS will be advantageous. Familiarity with programming software (e.g. Python or R) and data visualisation is a bonus. Strong observational and analytical capabilities Able to exercise initiative and work independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interest in communications and public policy issues Comfortable working in fast-paced environment

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