Senior/Assistant Director, US Division

The Trade and International Economic Relations (TIER) cluster drives the formulation of Singapore's foreign economic policy and safeguards Singapore's economic interests in the international economic arena. TIER officers in the US Division are part of a dynamic and dedicated team responsible for advancing Singapore’s economic engagement with key markets and regional organisations in North America and Latin America, including the United States. You will work on creative and innovative initiatives with colleagues in MTI and our economic agencies that will develop your international economic perspectives, capabilities and experience by: • Analysing and reporting on geostrategic developments and trends that affect the flows of goods, services, and investments; • Formulating and refining strategies, policies and plans that enhance Singapore’s bilateral and plurilateral economic relations with the Americas, often in consultation and coordination with other ministries and agencies across the Whole-of-Government; • Networking and developing connections with foreign government and business counterparts; • Preparing and executing communications, consultations and engagements with key stakeholders in the business community and general public; • Organising and representing MTI in visits, meetings, negotiations and conferences. We welcome interested applicants with positive and open attitudes, who want to learn and grow as analysts, advocates and aggregators. We are looking for team players who will thrive in a fast-paced environment with: • Interest in international affairs and economics • Strong analytical, writing, communication and people skills • Demonstrated planning and organisational skills, with attention to detail and ability to multi-task • Excited about opportunities to travel • Prior experience in policy development and/or implementation a bonus