Assistant Manager / Manager (Operations Control and Planning Branch)

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
[What the role is] We are looking for highly motivated and dynamic individuals 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 diseases 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 on vector control.
  • Engage stakeholders both internally and externally through presentations and work group discussions.
  • Review work processes and systems 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 data analysis and prepare reports, proposals or submissions.
  • Investigate feedback on vectors and sanitation related issues that might give rise to vector propagation, and to prepare documentation for subsequent enforcement actions.
  • Contribute to training programmes by supporting needs assessment, developing curriculum/content design, and assisting in post-training evaluation to ensure effective learning outcomes from various internal/external stakeholder groups.
  • Carry out procurement and ensure the smooth running of vector control services / supplies contracts
  • Any other duties regarding Vector Control work
[What we are looking for]Requirements:
  • Experience in operations planning, investigation, 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
  • Highly self-motivated and always ready to strive for improvement
  • Meticulous with an eye for detail
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle pressure under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Outgoing and pleasant personality
  • Mature, independent and resourceful
  • Willing to work after office hours, weekends and public holidays if required

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