Foreign Service Officer (Political and Economic)

As a Foreign Service Officer (FSO), the job can be highly demanding but also equally rewarding. As diplomats, we are the eyes and ears for Singapore when posted overseas. When at post, as a Political FSO, among other roles, it is important to build a strong and diverse network of contacts who can help you forge a better understanding of your host country and developments on the ground."

Mridhula Pillay

Deputy Director

Strategic Communications Directorate

Your Role in MFA HQ

As a Foreign Service Officer (Political and Economic), you will analyse, report and give policy advice on geopolitical developments concerning Singapore’s strategic interests. You will be assigned to manage Singapore’s bilateral or multilateral relations and your responsibilities could include :

• Analysing and reporting on global developments in real time, and interpreting their implications on Singapore’s strategic interests
• Providing assessments that shape Singapore’s foreign policy decisions
• Promoting positive bilateral / multilateral relations through high-level visits and exchanges
• Presenting and defending Singapore’s position on key geopolitical issues, including bilateral and multilateral negotiations
• Networking to cultivate and maintain close ties with influential individuals around the world
• Managing MFA’s corporate communications and media relations, and disseminating information on Singapore’s foreign policy

Your Role Abroad

Overseas, you serve as a Political Secretary where you will be tasked to report on political and economic developments of your host country, serving as the eyes, ears and voice of Singapore. You will be expected to network, cultivate, and maintain diplomatic ties on the ground, render assistance to distressed Singaporeans overseas, and facilitate visits and exchanges to advance Singapore’s interests.

Requirements

Development Opportunities

You will be equipped with essential knowledge, skills and diplomatic tradecraft through structured programmes, courses and on-the-job training. As you progress within the Ministry, a series of varied and enriching assignments and milestone programmes will groom you for future leadership roles.

Application Process