Senior Assistant Director / Assistant Director (Crisis Policy and Coordination)

[What the role is]

The Senior/Assistant Director leads a team to support the development, execution, and assessment of crisis-related policy framework(s), ensuring a unified and effective policy response to public health crises. This role is pivotal in strengthening CDA's internal readiness and response capabilities through the transition to a comprehensive crisis policy framework.

May be required to occasionally work at a high-intensity pace, such as during ongoing public health emergencies or policy crises.

[What you will be working on]

• Lead a team to perform the following:
• Facilitate cohesive and informed policy planning across CDA, with focus on crisis policy requirements and objectives
• Facilitate robust, evidence-based policy development in CDA
• Develop and implement a robust crisis policy structure, as part of CDA’s preparedness and response to public health crises
• Develop and exercise plans for crisis policy activation, as part of CDA’s overall plans for pivoting towards crisis response
• Design and consolidate the policy tools and options for managing infectious diseases threats during crisis

[What we are looking for]

• At least 5 years in public health policy, policy analysis, or a related field, with a proven track record in policy development and crisis response leadership roles.
• Recognised education in Public Health or equivalent would be an added advantage but not a must.
• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Deep understanding of communicable disease control principles and public health policies.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Committed to their work with a proactive and resilient attitude