Monday, 22 July 2013

Manager Low Wage Worker Unit at Ministry of Manpower in Singapore

Job Title: Manager, Low Wage Worker Unit (Income Security Policy Division)

Organisation Ministry of Manpower

Location 18 Havelock Road, #07-01 Singapore 059764

No. of Vacancies 1

Responsibilities;
Uplifting low-wage workers, and ensuring that they too benefit from economic growth and do not fall behind, is a key priority of the Government. The Manager in the Low Wage Worker Unit will contribute to whole-of-Government efforts to improve incomes and employment conditions for this group of workers. Key responsibilities include:

- Developing targeted interventions that address the different challenges in selected low-wage jobs and sectors, and working closely with relevant stakeholders in the implementation of these interventions.
- Supporting the Tripartite Committee for Low Wage Workers and Inclusive Growth, and working with key partners such as the National Trades Union Congress, Singapore National Employers Federation, and other industry stakeholders.
- Implementing initiatives to better profile and understand low wage workers.

Requirements;
- Good degree
- Able to write clearly, concisely and logically
- Able to grasp and articulate complex issues
- Comfortable with handling and analysing quantitative data
- Good interpersonal skills

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056612&did=0&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 21/08/2013.

Head Bioethnics Advisory Council Secretariat at Ministry of Health in Bukit Merah

Job Title: Head (Bioethnics Advisory Council Secretariat)

Organisation Ministry of Health

Location College of Medicine Building, 16 College Road, Singapore 169854

No. of Vacancies 1

Responsibilities;
You will lead the team in providing support to the Bioethics Advisory Committee (BAC), whose responsibilities are to examine the ethical, legal and social issues arising from human biomedical research and to recommend to the Government, policies on these issues.

Requirements;
• Basic Degree, preferably in medicine, law, or biological sciences
• Good understanding of ethical policies/guidelines/relevant legislations that may impact on human biomedical research in Singapore
• Minimum 6-8 years of working experience in related biomedical research areas
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to network with other Bioethics bodies internationally;
• Good leadership and staff development skills.

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056619&did=49&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 21/08/2013.

Assistant Director at Singapore Sports Council in Singapore

Job Title: Assistant Director (Science & Technology Planning)

Organisation Singapore Sports Council

Location 230 Stadium Boulevard, Singapore 397799

No. of Vacancies 1

Talent wins games.
Teamwork and intelligence wins championships.
The Singapore Sports Council has achieved many 'firsts' in the world sports arena. It takes good foresight, flawless executions and a 'can-do' attitude to create such milestones. Do you have what it takes?
Responsibilities

• Develop strategies and implement action plans to harness science and technology that will enable the Singapore Sports Institute (SSI) to support the sporting success of athletes through a systematic and evidence-based Science & Technology Planning (S&TP) framework.

• Work with National Sports Associations (NSAs), private and public sectors, local and overseas research communications to define and scope suitable research projects that will ensure SSI’s long term success and relevance.

• Facilitate such Research & Development (R&D) collaborations to ensure timely delivery of project milestones to be in line with S&TP roadmap.

• Administer grants of research monies to drive key research topics relevant to SSI’s roadmap.

• Research and analyse trends and data to support strategic decision making within SSI.

Requirements;
• Masters degree in Science, Engineering, Sports Sciences or any related discipline with at least 10 years of experience in a research environment

• Minimum 5 years of experience in leading a team in a research environment, with good insight and preferably some experience in managing R&D and delivering results

• Demonstrate good track record in research , business and people leadership as well as success in building collaborative alliances and managing conflicting interests from stakeholders

• Motivated and self-driven, able to work as a team or individually

• Good writing and effective communication skills

• Have a passion for sports and the desire to see the advancement of sports in Singapore

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056623&did=82&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 21/08/2013.

Senior Officer Financial Operations at Singapore Tourism Board in Singapore

Job Title: Senior Officer - Financial Operations

Organisation Singapore Tourism Board

Location Tourism Court, 1 Orchard Spring Lane, Singapore 247729

No. of Vacancies 1

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is a leading economic development agency in tourism, one of Singapore’s key service sectors. Known for partnership, innovation and excellence, the Board champions tourism and builds it into a key economic driver for Singapore. STB aims to differentiate and market Singapore as a must-visit destination offering enriching experiences through the “YourSingapore” brand.

We are seeking dynamic and talented individuals with passion for the tourism and service sector to be part of our team.

Responsibilities;
As part of the Financial Operations team, you will be responsible for the administration of financial matters both in HQ in our regional offices.

Your duties include but is not limited to the following:

- Assist in STB treasury monthly reporting, matching and monitoring of FX transaction transacted;
- Assist in the year-end audit schedules, auditors’ requests, checking of payment vouchers;
- Be involved in the implementation of new financial systems for STB Regional Offices;
- Process supplier invoices, advance payments, reimbursements and spilt payment requests;
- Assist in monthly financial closing of STB HQ and Regional Offices;
- Assist in billings& collections for STB Regional Offices; and
- Handle queries and requests from STB Regional Offices.

Requirements;
You should have a local polytechnic Diploma in Accounting with at least 2 years of working experience. You need to be well-versed in Microsoft Word and Excel and prior experience with SAP systems would be ideal.

You should be meticulous, able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. Aside from being a good team player you should also possess good interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056624&did=84&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

21/08/2013.

Sport Biomechanist at Singapore Sports Council in Stadium Boulevard

Job Title: Sport Biomechanist

Organisation Singapore Sports Council

Location 230 Stadium Boulevard, Singapore 397799

No. of Vacancies 1

Talent wins games.
Teamwork and intelligence wins championships.
The Singapore Sports Council has achieved many 'firsts' in the world sports arena. It takes good foresight, flawless executions and a 'can-do' attitude to create such milestones. Do you have what it takes?
Responsibilities

Overall Job Strategy

Promote and implement Sports Biomechanics services to identified sports programs, from youth through to Olympic-level athletes.

Contribute to the achievement of the high-performance aims of the Singapore Sports Institute (SSI).

Duties & Responsibilities of Job Role

Mentor other Biomechanists and interns within the Unit.

Advice the Head of Sports Biomechanics and SSI specialist staff, on appropriate methods of implementing the overall support program.

Maintain effective working relationships with SSI specialist staff through regular meetings and exchange of information.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and training in Sports Biomechanics.

Demonstrate good understanding of how Sports Biomechanics support integrates with the overall sports program.
Demonstrate the commitment to sporting success in high-performance sports.

Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills, effective negotiation and consultation skills, with athletes and coaches from diverse sports and backgrounds.

Demonstrate diplomacy and sensitivity in working with coaches, athletes and other specialist colleagues.

Demonstrate the ability to educate and motivate coaches and athletes to adhere to the prescribed scientific support.

Work collaboratively with coaches, athletes and other specialist staff to provide progressive and structured scientific support to sports programs.

Contribute to the development and implementation of structured quality assurance and safety practices within the Unit.

Conduct needs assessments for development of service proposals to sports programs.
Perform individualised laboratory- and field-based testing.

Report and interpret testing results timely to coaches and athletes, and assist coaches to make practical use of the results.

Conduct kinematic and kinetic analysis of sports techniques.

Utilise a range of media for data capturing, editing and archiving.

Undertake the analysis of ground reaction forces where appropriate.

Conduct performance analysis using a range of software.

Develop new data-acquisition and analysis technology that are not commercially available.
Encourage and provide coach development.

Deliver educational materials in oral and written forms to athletes, coaches and scientific peers.

Lead and contribute to applied Sports Biomechanics research.

Requirements;
Undergraduate Sports Science/Engineering, or related degree.

PhD in Sports Biomechanics/Postgraduate degree in Sports Science/Biomechanics, or related specialty.

Minimum 3-5 years of working experience as a Sports Biomechanist with high-performance athletes, junior or senior, including those with a disability, and their coaches.

Strong background in the application of progressive, evidence-based Sports Biomechanics services to individual athletes, teams, and coaches, in a high-performance sporting environment.

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056622&did=82&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 21/08/2013.

Assistant Director Coach Development at Singapore Sports Council in Kallang

Job Title: Assistant Director (Coach Development)

Organisation Singapore Sports Council

Location 230 Stadium Boulevard, Singapore 397799

No. of Vacancies 1

Talent wins games.
Teamwork and intelligence wins championships.
The Singapore Sports Council has achieved many 'firsts' in the world sports arena. It takes good foresight, flawless executions and a 'can-do' attitude to create such milestones. Do you have what it takes?
Responsibilities

-Develop, customise and manage sports coaching and instructional material and programmes, to be utilised by the many stakeholders and partners.

-Manage the registry of coaches and instructors and maintain the professional standards of sports coaching and instruction.

-Strategise, plan and deliver, and manager the national sports coaching framework for all sports in Singapore.

-Customise and produce the coaching curriculum for all sports, across all ages, in collaboration with NSAs and other sports experts. This role will involve guiding the NSAs in their development of their coaching curriculum and standards.

-Oversee the outreach to respective organisations, institutions and stakeholders that practise sports instruction, for the adoption and utilisation of the coaching framework and curriculum.

-Establish and maintain the professional standards of sports coaches and instructors in Singapore.

-Assist to establish and support the Coach Advisory Panel.

-Lead and develop a team of managers and executives in strategizing the direction of sports coaching and instruction in Singapore, and the development of a professional coaching fraternity. This role includes driving the staff development plans and conducting staff training too, where needed.

-Be the domain knowledge expert in areas regarding sports coaching and instruction development, and respond to occasional requests for such information by media or other stakeholders.

Requirements

-Masters graduate or above, with other qualifications in sports development, physical education and /or sports sciences.

-Minimum 10 years experience in sports and /or physical education , including 3 to 5 years at a management level leading teams.

-In- depth knowledge of sports pedagogy, sports development, sports curriculum and content, sports organisations.

-Ability to work with and influence the thinking around sports coaching and instruction at various levels, and across sports and ages.

-Have proven track record of success at coaching and is (preferably) still involved in sports coaching in one way or another.

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056621&did=82&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 21/08/2013.

Assistant Officer Conservation at National Parks Board in Tanglin

Job Title: ASSISTANT OFFICER / CONSERVATION (PULAU UBIN) : cns

Organisation National Parks Board

Location Singapore Botanic Gardens, 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569

No. of Vacancies 1

Are you passionate about life? At National Parks Board, we take pride in creating life's essential moments in our Garden City. Our vision is to be the lead agency in enhancing the quality of life by providing and managing excellent greenery, recreation and nature outreach, in partnership with the community. If you share our zest for continuous learning and improvement, have the capacity to innovate and inspire, then we have the perfect environment for you.
Responsibilities

You will be involved in inspection and maintenance of parks, patrolling and enforcement as well as visitor services. You will also be involved in nature outreach programmes and conservation work. We seek creative, service-oriented individuals who can communicate positively with a variety of customer groups. You will be part of the team based on site, and will be expected to be a good team-player as well as independent worker.

Requirements;
- Full GCE 'O' level certificate
- Good command of spoken English and Mandarin / Malay / Tamil
- Good interpersonal skills and a team player
- Love for nature and working outdoors
- Willing to handle birds and animals during wildlife surveys
- Able to ride a bicycle well

How to Apply:
http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91056620&did=64&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Deadline: 04/08/2013.