Manager, HR Digital & Data Plans

About the role

This role formulates MINDEF/SAF's Human Resource (HR) digital and data transformation strategy, aiming to make the HR domain future-ready and digitally competent so that the force can attract and develop a committed and capable workforce. It involves research, horizon scanning, platform design, governance and monthly secretariat work for a key HR forum.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and horizon scanning on HR digital and data transformation, identify emerging HR technology trends and turn them into strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with entities across MINDEF/SAF to design and align HR digital and data platforms, identify cross-departmental synergies and co-create proposals that strengthen the HR operating model.
• Cover topics such as digital strategy, digitalisation concepts and change management.
• Establish governance frameworks, data quality standards and scalable data architectures that enable workforce analytics and evidence-based decision-making.
• Make complex data concepts accessible while complying with MINDEF and regulatory requirements.
• Perform monthly secretariat duties for a key HR forum driving HR digital transformation.

Required profile

• Education in Human Resource, Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Resource Management or a related field.
• Prior experience in research, HR/HR IT, portfolio management and enterprise strategic planning is advantageous; applicants with no experience may apply.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical, judgment and critical thinking skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

The appointment is commensurate with experience, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.