Group Director (Crisis Strategy & Operations Group), Ministry of Health
Dinesh was appointed as Group Director, Crisis Strategy and Operations Group, MOH in July 2020 to provide leadership and oversee the translation of the Ministry’s mission and intent into operational strategy and plans, preventing and controlling emerging infectious diseases by ensuring that they are supported with robust systems, processes, medical preparedness and response to civil disasters and national emergencies, in order to optimise health outcomes for Singaporeans. Most recently, Dinesh and his team led the rollout of the COVID-19 Vaccination Programme in Singapore. Before MOH, Dinesh served in the SAF for 23 years, with his last appointment being Commander of the 2nd People’s Defence Force. Outside of work, he is a husband of 20 years and a happy father of three, giving back to society while volunteering in several interest groups.
Before MOH, Dinesh served in the SAF for 23 years, with his last appointment being Commander of the 2nd People’s Defence Force. Outside of work, he is a husband of 20 years and a happy father of three, giving back to society while volunteering in several interest groups.