Manager (Development)

Role Overview

This position is integral to advancing the talent development initiatives within the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). It involves overseeing comprehensive developmental frameworks, administering training courses, and identifying growth opportunities for personnel across all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Design talent development pathways and assess developmental requirements across varying talent groups
• Identify and assess appropriate growth opportunities for SAF members
• Recommend fitting candidates for participation in developmental programs
• Oversee full administrative processes related to courses, including managing ad-hoc nominations for international training options
• Formulate and review talent development frameworks, providing informed suggestions on course enrollments and nominations to senior leadership
• Engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure coherence and alignment of development priorities

Challenges

• Understanding and managing the long-term, evolving nature of talent development initiatives to appreciate how individual courses contribute to the broader developmental strategy
• Handling nominations for over 50 courses involving more than 1,200 talents while meeting demanding deadlines within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment

Candidate Profile

• Educational background in Human Resource Development, Talent Management, or closely related disciplines
• Preferably some experience in talent management, administration of training and development programs, or coordinating courses
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the capability to communicate effectively across hierarchical levels
• Strong project management aptitude and excellent organizational abilities
• Analytical mind with strategic thinking skills
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and reporting
• Capability to perform well under pressure and handle multiple priorities within strict deadlines

(Candidates without prior experience are encouraged to apply.) Appointment terms will correspond with the candidate's experience level. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.