Enterprise Risk Management Specialist

Central Provident Fund Board; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social security organization in Singapore seeks a professional for a full-time role in risk management. The position emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and analytical skills to enhance risk governance. Candidates should have experience in risk advisory and effective stakeholder management. This role offers a mix of formal and informal training options, promotion opportunities, flexibility through a hybrid work model, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Medical and dental benefits

Flexible work model

Annual leave and pro-family leave

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in risk management or governance roles.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and develop solutions.
• Knowledge of public sector risk frameworks and regulations.
• Effective in building relationships and influencing outcomes.
• Communicates clearly in writing and speaking.
• Works independently and manages priorities well.
• Resourceful in handling diverse tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement risk management policies.
• Identify emerging risks and provide actionable insights.
• Serve as a trust partner for risk advisory support.
• Develop programs to enhance in-house risk expertise.
• Support the Risk Management Committee.

Skills

Enterprise risk management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Independence

Adaptability

Job description

What the role is:

At #TeamCPF, you’re not just joining a team; you are embracing a culture of excellence, collaboration, and meaningful impact. You will play a pivotal role in empowering over 4 million members to secure their retirement, healthcare, housing needs and better navigate life’s uncertainties. We thrive on sharp minds and insightful decisions. Your ability to analyse and think critically isn’t just valued; it’s essential. Every choice you make contributes to our collective success. Collaboration is our way of life. We believe in the power of effective partnerships and seamless communications across teams. Together, we amplify each other’s strengths and achieve remarkable results. Our learning never stops. We encourage your inquisitiveness and courage to embrace new challenges head‑on. Your agility, readiness to challenge conventions, embrace of data‑driven strategies, dedication to learning and applying new skills fuels our innovation and progress. At the core of everything we do lies a genuine desire to make a difference. We serve our community and support each other with compassion, empathy, and unwavering dedication. Every action we take is guided by a deep sense of purpose and a commitment to those we serve. Join us at #TeamCPF! Together, let’s redefine possibilities and leave a legacy that echoes for generations.

What you will be working on:

• Strengthen the Board’s risk governance by designing and implementing risk management policies, frameworks and tools.
• Drive strategic foresight by identifying emerging risks, translating complex risk landscapes into clear insights, and providing actionable intelligence that enhances the Board’s situational awareness and preparedness.
• Act as a trusted risk partner to business units across the organisation, providing risk advisory support that enables robust risk management.
• Build organisational capability by developing programmes and initiatives that strengthen in‑house risk expertise, while fostering a proactive, positive risk culture throughout the organisation.
• Provide secretariat support for the Board’s Risk Management Committee.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant experience in enterprise risk management, risk advisory, or governance roles within complex organisations.
• Experience in analytical and problem‐solving capabilities with the ability to synthesise complex information, identify key issues and develop practical solutions in dynamic environments.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, governance structures, and regulatory requirements, particularly within the public sector environment.
• Experience in stakeholder management with the ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and facilitate collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Communicates effectively, both in writing and speaking.
• Works independently and manages priorities effectively.
• Adaptable and resourceful in handling different tasks and challenges.

The seniority of appointment and actual corporate job title will commensurate with individual work experience. Position is on a 1‑year full‑time contract directly under the payroll of CPF Board with an option to renew, contingent upon confirmation and subject to organisational needs. Additionally, there is potential for placement into a permanent position.

What you can expect:

• Opportunities to engage in a mix of formal and informal training, keeping your skills sharp in our ever‑evolving technological landscape.
• Promotion opportunities based on your capability and on‑the‑job performance.
• A vibrant community of like‑minded and friendly colleagues, where collaboration and creativity thrive.
• A hybrid work model that offers flexibility for remote work, subject to exigencies of service.
• A flexible dress code that empowers you to choose your appropriate outfit for the day.
• A comprehensive rewards package that includes annual leave, pro‑family leave, medical and dental benefits, and access to recreational activities.

About Central Provident Fund Board

Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board is the cornerstone of Singapore’s social security system, committed to serving and empowering over 4 million members in securing their retirement, healthcare, and housing needs. As an employer, we believe in developing our people to do their life’s best work through the 3Ps: Purposeful Work, Professional Growth, People & Culture. Purposeful Work – Beyond being a pension fund, we are a national social security organisation that makes a difference. Professional Growth – At CPF Board, you will have opportunities to learn on the job, acquire new skills, and broaden your knowledge across many career paths. People and Culture – When you join CPF Board, you become part of a mission‑oriented organisation with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. Our people are our greatest asset; we champion a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusivity, where every voice is heard and contributions are recognised and celebrated. We are a recipient of the Enabling Mark (Gold) by SG Enable, welcoming candidates with disabilities and committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment. Come and be a part of #TeamCPF today, to make a difference in the lives of others and in the future of Singapore. To learn more about CPF Board, visit our website at www.cpf.gov.sg.