About the job

What The Role IsISD 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. 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

• Work independently on various local and/or foreign languages and various information sources, e.g. Internet and other media sources.
• Translate, transcribe, scan and analyse information in both written and spoken languages.
• Identify information gaps and conduct checks to provide insights.
• Write clear, concise and accurate reports to support mission critical operations.
• Work with different data sets and communicate data-driven findings to stakeholders.
• May be required to respond to operational exigencies over weekends and/or Public Holidays.

What We Are Looking For

• Analytical reasoning, data synthesis and analysis
• Proficiency in English and respective mother tongue language is preferred.
• Good grasp of spoken dialects/languages would be an added advantage.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic proficiency in data analysis (Microsoft Excel and Power BI) preferred.
• Past experience in translation, investigative or analytical work preferred.
• Only Singaporeans need applyWe wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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