[What the role is]
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team to safeguard the environmental and public health of Singapore. You will be part of the Vector Control and Operations Division responsible for planning and implementing vector-borne disease surveillance, prevention, and control programmes. An evidence-based, integrated vector management approach underpins the work that the Division does and requires close partnership and concerted efforts by multiple internal and external partners and stakeholders.
[What you will be working on]
You will be responsible for the following:
- Conceptualise strategies and formulate/review operational policies and plans on vector control
- Engage stakeholders both internally and externally through presentations and work group discussions
- Review work processes to ensure that they are up-to-date and aligned with current best practices and guidelines
- Work closely with NEA Regional Offices to implement operational programmes pertaining to vector control
- Prepare inspection reports and present findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
- Perform simple data analysis and prepare reports, proposals or submissions
- Assist in procurement and oversee the smooth running of vector control services / supplies contracts including processing of certification of works done and payment
- When required, to assist in the investigation of feedback on vectors and/or sanitation issues which might give rise to vector propagation, and prepare documentation for subsequent enforcement actions
- Carry out any other duties related to Vector Control.
[What we are looking for]
Requirements:
- Experience in operations planning and/or enforcement, in a vector control related field, will be an advantage
- Enjoy thinking strategically, planning and applying analytical reasoning in the area of operations management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- A committed team player with good communication/interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
- Meticulous, with an eye for detail
- Organised and able to multi-task
- Outgoing and pleasant personality
- Mature, independent and resourceful
- Highly self-motivated and always ready to strive for improvement
- Willing to work after office hours, weekends and public holidays if required
Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
To apply, please proceed to Careers@Gov at https://sggovterp.wd102.myworkdayjobs.com/PublicServiceCareers/job/NEA-HQ-ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING/Assistant-Manager-Manager--Operations-Control-and-Planning-Branch-_JR-10000031937
