What the role is:ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore's internal security and stability. For over 70 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD's critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans.What you will be working on:As a psychologist, your primary responsibilities include the following: - Conducting psychological assessments - Providing psychological and supportive counselling - Developing, implementing and reviewing rehabilitation programmes - Developing and undertaking research studies of direct application to the field of security-related studies - Managing all aspects of a research study from conceptualisation to data collection and report writing - Delivering training programmes for staff developmentWhat we are looking for:- Degree in Psychology or equivalent competencies and experience - Candidates with no experience may apply - Interest in rehabilitation management and working in a forensic setting - Strong writing skills - competent in writing good quality research reports - Strong analytical skills - able to process information and analyse data patterns and derive conclusions based on sound reasoning - Able to design and deliver training programmes - Good communication skills (both spoken and written), presentation skills and interpersonal skills - Strong team player - Knowledge of statistical methods would be advantageous - Only Singaporeans need apply We wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD):The Internal Security Department (ISD) confronts and addresses threats to Singapore's internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. At the heart of our work are the collection of intelligence that enables us to size up the threats to Singapore's internal security, and taking the executive actions necessary to overcome those threats. Every day, we collect and analyse intelligence, make impartial assessments, and take decisive action to counter the threats to Singapore's internal security and stability, and sovereignty.
