HR Manager (Performance Management)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF is seeking a capable HR professional to oversee end-to-end performance management for Civilian personnel within MINDEF/SAF. You will coordinate appraisals, calibrations, promotions and rankings, liaising with stakeholders on staffing decisions and salary considerations.

The role requires 2–3 years in HR, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision in a sensitive, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Education in HRM or business administration preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant HR experience, ideally in performance management.
• Macros or process automation experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with HR systems and data reconciliation is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills, with stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end performance management cycle including appraisals, calibration, moderation, appeals and ranking exercises per Civil Service guidelines.
• Liaise with stakeholders on ranking, promotion and performance assessments of Civilian officers.
• Administer salary reviews, performance-related payments and Leadership Potential rankings.
• Provide guidance to senior management and Ranking Service Secretariats.
• Ensure consistent application of Ranking and Promotion frameworks across MINDEF/SAF.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Coordination

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR Management / Business Administration

Tools

Macros/Automation

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 processingChallenge(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-organisedAppointment will be commensurate with your experience.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.