Assistant Director/ Policy Executive (BFIP-P2P)

Ministry of Transport; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Ministry of Transport to shape Singapore's P2P transport sector. This role involves developing policies that enhance the regulatory framework while engaging with stakeholders to promote efficient transport services. Ideal for dynamic individuals keen to make a difference in a fast-evolving sector.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to balance policy and political considerations.
• Ability to work with multiple agencies and stakeholders.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing policies for the P2P sector.
• Engaging stakeholders in the transport sector.
• Monitoring industry trends and analyzing key statistics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Policy implementation

Job description

What the role is:

At the Ministry of Transport (MOT), we spearhead developments in Singapore’s land, sea and air transport sectors to advance Singapore’s economic competitiveness and Singaporeans’ quality of life. We seek dynamic, analytical and committed individuals to join our able MOT team in realising the vision of a world-class transportation system and a global interconnected hub.If you share our vision and possess the qualities we seek, join us!

What you will be working on:

This role is part of a team that oversees policies related to bus, fares and ticketing, inclusive transport and point-to-point transport (P2P), i.e. BFIP. Specifically, this role will primarily focus on developing and implementing policies for the P2P sector in Singapore, which accounts for over 600,000 trips every day. P2P complements our public transport network and supports our ‘car-lite’ vision by providing an option for those that need to make a journey using a car. In taking on this role, you will: (i) gain expertise in regulatory policy by ensuring the P2P regulatory framework remains relevant and robust, (ii) engage stakeholders in the sector to address their needs, and (iii) keep abreast and prepare the sector for future developments.On regulatory policy, our P2P regulatory framework aims to keep the market open and contestable, which allows competition to spur better offerings from operators and safeguard commuters’ and drivers’ interests. You will work closely with LTA, the sector regulator for P2P, on various issues ranging from vehicle policies for taxis and private hire cars (PHCs) to ensuring fare transparency and upholding multi-homing by deterring practices or arrangements that limit commuters’ and drivers’ choices. In undertaking holistic policy reviews of the regulatory framework and market structure, as well as ad-hoc assessment of new products and service offerings by P2P operators, you will need to strike a balance between allowing operators to innovate, while safeguarding commuters’ and drivers’ interests.On stakeholder engagement, you will be involved with sustaining a strong tripartite partnership within the industry. MOT/LTA convenes regular engagements with P2P operators and driver associations to jointly tackle and resolve issues. You will be involved in shaping the agenda for these regular tripartite dialogues and platforms and participating in these engagements to get a good sense of the ground and work to identify ‘win-win’ solutions for all. You will also monitor industry trends and analyse key statistics, including those that pertain to drivers’ livelihoods, to pre-empt issues that stakeholders may raise.You will also work with the operators to ensure that P2P services continue to meet the needs of commuters. This can range from developing programmes, such as making ride-hail platforms more user friendly for less-tech savvy commuters, to public engagement efforts and responding to feedback from members of the public.On sector development, beyond current P2P service modalities, you will also have to stay up to date on potential developments in the sector, both locally and in other jurisdictions. For example, with the emergence of other forms of shared mobility such as car sharing in recent years, you will have to assess how such new service modalities fit into our ‘car-lite’ vision and the regulatory posture for such services.The P2P sector is a fast-moving sector that has already seen significant evolution, such as the shift from P2P trips being primarily provided by taxis hailed off the street or booked via a phone call to private hire cars (PHCs) matched via digital app platforms. Future technological advancements will continue to shape and disrupt the sector. With autonomous vehicle technology maturing quickly, you will also be involved in a major transition of the sector to new operating models.This role will give you a front seat to these changes and give you an opportunity to shape decisions and help ensure P2P continues to meet the needs of commuters in Singapore. You will gain exposure in areas such as policy and commercial analysis, as well as stakeholder engagement and public comms. You will also work with various Government agencies such as LTA, MOF, MOM and P2P operators and driver associations through tripartite engagements.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a dynamic and dedicated team that strives to make a difference. Strong analytical skills and being able to balance policy, implementation and political considerations are essential. You must also be able to work with multiple agencies and stakeholders and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

About Ministry of Transport

The Mission of Ministry of Transport is to develop Singapore's land, sea and air transport sectors so as to enhance our economic competitiveness and quality of life in a knowledge-based economy. MOT oversees the development and regulation of the following sectors:• Civil Aviation and Air Transport• Maritime and Ports• Land TransportBesides providing an efficient and cost-effective transportation in Singapore, it also strives to make Singapore an international civil aviation and maritime centre for the region.The ministry sets the strategic and policy direction while operations and regulatory works are carried out by the statutory boards under its charge. There are four statutory boards which are established by Acts of Parliament: the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Public Transport Council (PTC). The ministry also oversees the operation of the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB).