HR Manager (Performance Management)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking a skilled HR professional to oversee performance management for Civilian staff across MINDEF/SAF. You will manage appraisals, calibrations, promotions and salary considerations while ensuring alignment with Civil Service guidelines.

The role requires 2–3 years in HR, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders under tight timelines.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant experience in human resource management, preferably in performance management or related HR function.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with HR systems and data reconciliation is advantageous.
• Experience with macros or process automation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end performance management cycle, including appraisals, calibration, moderation, appeals and ranking exercises.
• Liaise with stakeholders on ranking, promotion and performance assessment of Civilian officers.
• Administer salary reviews, performance‑related payments and Leadership Potential rankings.
• Provide sound advice to senior management, ranking facilitators and Ranking Service Secretariats.
• Ensure consistent application of Ranking and Promotion frameworks across the organisation.
• Develop guidance materials and support capability-building for performance management stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot system and data issues on the internal HR system to ensure accurate processing.

Skills

HR management

Performance management

Stakeholder coordination

Data analysis

Communication

Education

HRM/Business Administration degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

HR systems

Job description

What The Role Is

You are responsible for implementing schemes and initiatives to ensure the effective management of performance and talent across the Civilian population in the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

What You Will Be Working On

• Oversee the end-to-end performance management cycle, including appraisals, calibration, moderation, appeals and ranking exercises, in accordance with Civil Service guidelines
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders on all matters pertaining to the ranking, promotion and performance assessment of Civilian officers
• Administer salary reviews, performance‑related payments and Leadership Potential rankings
• Provide sound advice to senior management, ranking facilitators and Ranking Service Secretariats
• Ensure consistent and accurate application of Ranking and Promotion (R & P) frameworks across the organisation
• Develop guidance materials and support capability‑building efforts for performance management stakeholders
• Troubleshoot system and data issues on the internal HR system to ensure accurate and timely processing

Challenge(s)

• Navigating complex quota and budget trade‑offs, managing competing priorities across multiple concurrent workstreams, and applying Civil Service ranking and promotion policies accurately within the MINDEF/SAF context
• Handling sensitive performance and promotion information with strict confidentiality at all times

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• At least 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in human resource management, preferably in performance management or a related HR function
• Experience with macros or process automation is advantageous
• Familiarity with HR systems and data reconciliation is advantageous
• Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as Pair, ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot is advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong coordination, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Meticulous and well‑organised

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.