Senior / Assistant Director (Engagement), Communications and Engagement Division
Ministry of Trade and Industry (Singapore)Job Description
What The Role Is You will be part of the Communications and Engagement Division, which is responsible for communicating MTI’s policies to external stakeholders such as the business community, industry players, and the general public. You will work in partnership with plan and execute MTI’s outreach and engagement efforts to communicate how MTI will develop a vibrant and dynamic Singapore economy. What You Will Be Working On As part of the Strategic Communications and Engagement team, you will: - Plan and execute MTI’s outreach and engagement efforts, across appropriate platforms, to raise awareness among different stakeholder groups on MTI’s economic strategies and priorities; - Develop and maintain effective working relationships with policymakers, trade associations and chambers and other industry stakeholders, identifying opportunities to strengthen collaboration between government and industry in support of MTI’s priorities - Develop strategies to cultivate third-party advocates to rally support for MTI’s initiatives,; - Analyse qualitative feedback to gain insights on business sentiments/ concerns; - Support efforts to build in-house engagement/ public consultation competency and capabilities, based on stakeholder profiles and needs. - Support political office holders for dialogues/ engagements. What We Are Looking For - Relevant field of study in Social Sciences, Communications, Public Relations, International Relations, Economics, etc.; - Relevant work experience in strategic communications, engagement, marketing communications, media relations or public relations; - Interest in public sector policy matters, economic issues and current affairs; - Good interpersonal skills, project management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment; - Strong proficiency in the English language, both spoken and written; - Proficiency in Mandarin would be an advantage.
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