Manager (HR Digital & Data Plans)

Role Overview

This position entails conducting comprehensive research and horizon-scanning to craft the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s strategy for digital and data transformation within Human Resources. The goal is to elevate the HR function to be future-ready and digitally adept, supporting strategic objectives like attracting and nurturing a committed and capable workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct studies and forward-looking analysis on HR digitalization and data transformation trends.
• Identify new and emerging HR technology trends and convert insights into actionable strategic recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with various entities within MINDEF/SAF to develop and harmonize digital and data HR platforms, pinpointing interdepartmental synergies, and co-creating proposals to optimize the HR operating model.
• Tackle diverse topics including digital strategies, digitalization principles, and change management.
• Set up governance frameworks, define data quality standards, and create scalable data architectures that facilitate workforce analytics and evidence-based decision-making.
• Simplify complex data concepts ensuring accessibility while maintaining adherence to MINDEF and regulatory compliance.
• Perform monthly secretarial commitments for an important HR forum overseeing digital transformation initiatives across the organization.

Challenges

• Operating within a fast-moving and ambiguous environment requiring strong judgement, sensitivity in interpersonal relations, and robust stakeholder engagement skills across all seniority levels to ensure support and prompt action.
• Rapidly acquiring understanding of manpower policies, HR processes, technological and security frameworks, while adapting as the digital environment evolves.

Qualifications & Experience

• Academic background in Human Resources, Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Resource Management or other relevant disciplines.
• Experience in research, HR or HR IT, portfolio management, or enterprise strategic planning is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills enabling engagement with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical abilities, sound judgement, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Competence in managing multiple projects simultaneously within a dynamic work environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Applicants with no prior experience are welcome to apply.

Additional Information

Appointment will be based on the candidate’s experience level. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.