Associate, Talent Development Programme [GRIT@Gov]

Ministry of Finance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a proactive Programme Coordinator to support the implementation of its Procurement Development Programme. This role involves planning and executing programme activities, engaging with stakeholders, and managing administrative operations. Ideal candidates should have project management skills and a background in HR or Business Administration. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to organizational talent development and engage with various public sector agencies.

Qualifications

• Background in HR or Business Administration will be an advantage.
• Good project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for talent and capability development.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Adaptable, resilient, and open to feedback.
• Collaborative team player with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of P3 activities.
• Assist in coordinating placement opportunities for agencies.
• Help organise and participate in career fairs.
• Support tracking participant performance.
• Manage day-to-day programme administration.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Talent development

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Background in HR or Business Administration

Job description

What the role is:

The Government Procurement Function Office leads procurement transformation across the Singapore Public Service. We develop policies, drive technological innovation, foster Whole-of-Government resource optimisation, and build workforce capabilities to enable effective government procurement while maintaining strong governance. We are looking for a proactive and passionate candidate to support the implementation of the Procurement Development Programme (P3) – GPFO’s flagship initiative to build a strong pipeline of procurement talents for the Public Service.

What you will be working on:

• Programme Support & Coordination: Support the planning and execution of P3 activities, including coordinating structured rotations, technical training sessions, project work, and mentorship arrangements. Assist in maintaining programme frameworks and documentation to ensure alignment with workforce development goals. Help implement feedback collection processes and support evaluation activities to monitor programme effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Support & Communication: Support relationship building with public sector agencies by assisting in the coordination of placement opportunities. Provide administrative and logistical support to agencies and participants during onboarding, rotation transitions, and role transitions. Coordinate with subject matter experts and training providers to facilitate learning experiences and manage scheduling.
• Recruitment & Outreach Support: Support the implementation of recruitment strategies by assisting with outreach activities to universities and professional networks. Help organise and participate in career fairs, campus engagements, and information sessions. Assist with recruitment processes, including candidate screening, assessment coordination, interview scheduling, and administrative support for selection processes. Support the development of outreach materials and help maintain P3's employer brand presence.
• Participant Development Support: Work with hosting agencies to support participant performance tracking and development activities. Assist in identifying learning needs and support the coordination of development interventions such as workshops and mentoring sessions. Help track participant progress and support the refinement of development approaches.
• Administrative Operations: Manage day-to-day programme administration, including onboarding logistics, attendance tracking, leave coordination, and benefits administration. Handle routine HR-related administrative tasks and maintain accurate personnel records. Support initiatives to enhance participant engagement and contribute to improving the overall programme experience.

What we are looking for:

• Background in HR or Business Administration will be an advantage
• Good project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Passion for talent and capability development
• Self-motivated and results driven
• Adaptable, resilient, and open to feedback
• Collaborative team player with a growth mindset

About Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well-being and development of Singapore by: achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies; ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds; setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation; fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise; and ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.