Assistant Director/Senior Assistant Director (Research and Analytics)

The Rehabilitation & Social Mobility (RSM) Policy Directorate develops strategies, policies and programmes which deliver stability, self-reliance and social mobility for lower-income families; protect individuals and families from abuse and neglect or problem gambling; and rehabilitate individuals from social dysfunction. The Social Mobility and Service Integration Division (SMI) oversees policies that provide social support and improve service delivery to lower-income groups. SMI focuses on individuals or families facing financial difficulty, with multiple needs, with the aim of supporting them towards achieving stability, self-reliance, and social mobility over time. Job Scope and Responsibilities You will lead a dynamic team that drives problem solving in social policy and service delivery through data analytics. You will be involved in the following areas of work:Coordinate and develop the research and analytics agenda within SMI to support policymaking and programmes. Conduct research and analysis relating to social support for lower income householdsWork with academics, consultants and various stakeholders on selected projects, including development of reports to inform key decision makers and public on our work on supporting lower-income households in SingaporeSupport SMI’s business units in data requests to meet policy/strategy needs, including ensuring data quality and cleanliness.Ensure adherence to data governance and management needs, including documentation of datasets.RequirementsAt least 5 years of relevant work experience, including undertaking supervisory roles, will be an advantage.Strong in quantitative methods and application, and skilled in using statistical software (R, Python, Stata, SPSS etc.).Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills, with good project management skills.Ability to understand the business environment and identify business problem statements.Knowledge in data governance and database management/systems will be an advantage.