Assistant Director (Commitment & Recognition)

About the role

The Assistant Director (Commitment & Recognition) will lead the design, implementation and ongoing management of the Republic of Singapore Navy's National Service (NS) system. Acting as the subject‑matter expert on NS policies, you will provide strategic advisory support for NS Full‑time personnel and NSmen on engagement, promotion, awards and recognition matters.

Key responsibilities

• Design and manage the RSN NS system to ensure effectiveness, sustainability and seamless administration across engagement, recognition and promotion processes.
• Serve as the primary SME on NS policies, offering guidance on NSF and NSmen engagement, administrative procedures, promotion pathways and awards schemes.
• Respond promptly to complex NS cases that exceed the capacity of NS Relations Officers at the formation or flotilla level.
• Act as NS Relations Officer for Naval Engineering & Logistics Command, Headquarters RSN and the RSN NSmen Holding List.
• Oversee timely and efficient administration of promotion and awards/recognition schemes for all NSFs and NSmen within the RSN.

Required profile

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in a defence or public‑service environment.
• Proven ability to develop and implement new frameworks or systems.
• Strong understanding of NS policies, systems and processes.
• Excellent independent judgement when handling complex NS cases.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with NSmen.
• Resourceful problem‑solver with the ability to leverage available resources.
• Tech‑savvy with experience supporting digitalisation initiatives.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of National Service policies and procedures.
• Experience managing large‑scale engagement and recognition programmes.
• Ability to analyse cross‑functional issues and develop proactive solutions.
• Proficiency in using digital tools to streamline administrative processes.