Lead Associate /Senior Associate /Associate, Workforce Planning and Development

Ministry of Finance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Finance in Singapore is seeking a proactive individual to lead procurement transformation in the Government Procurement Function Office. This role involves developing and implementing leadership and talent development policies to enhance workforce capabilities across government agencies. You will drive initiatives in collaboration with various stakeholders while fostering engagement and partnerships. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong skills in communication and adaptability.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in workforce planning, leadership and talent development, or human resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of central policies for the Government Procurement function.
• Drive leadership and talent development strategies across agencies.
• Maintain engagement with HR teams to align development initiatives.

Skills

Collaborative Spirit

Transformative Mindset

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

What the role is:

The Government Procurement Function Office (GPFO) at the Ministry of Finance (MOF) leads procurement transformation and enhances the capabilities of public service procurement officers. Our mission is to develop policies, drive innovations through technology and process improvements, foster a Whole-of-Government (WOG) ecosystem for optimal resource utilization, and build workforce capabilities that enable Government agencies to buy effectively to achieve agencies' mission and objectives while ensuring good governance.

What you will be working on:

We are seeking a proactive and passionate individual to lead the development and implementation of central policies that elevate leadership and workforce excellence across the Government Procurement function. This pivotal role will shape talent strategies, design leadership development programs, and drive workforce engagement initiatives in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders to build a future‑ready procurement workforce and strengthen capabilities across government.

Leadership and Talent Development

• Drive the implementation of leadership and talent development strategies for the Government Procurement function, including leadership rotations, succession planning, and talent engagement initiatives to build a strong leadership pipeline across agencies.
• Serve as the secretariat for the Joint Finance and Procurement Talent Development Committee and act as the primary liaison with HR counterparts across agencies to coordinate and implement talent initiatives effectively.

Career Development and Mobility

• Partner with government agencies to design and facilitate cross-agency learning experiences such as Structured Job Rotations (SJR), GIG Projects, Short‑Term Immersion Programmes (STIP), and Private Sector Attachment Programmes.
• Leverage the One Talent Gateway (OTG) portal to promote transparency and accessibility of career opportunities within the Procurement community.
• Curate and develop engaging content to help officers better understand various career pathways and growth opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships

• Maintain strong engagement with HR teams across agencies through regular consultations to align development initiatives with agency needs.
• Collaborate with private sector and industry partners to co‑create impactful attachment opportunities and assess their effectiveness and value.
• Work closely with procurement leaders to design developmental initiatives that promote continuous learning and career growth within the procurement workforce.
• Foster a vibrant and connected procurement community through networking events and community‑building activities.
• Provide data‑driven insights and performance reporting to senior management to track the effectiveness and outcomes of workforce development efforts.

What we are looking for:

• Collaborative Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and foster productive partnerships.
• Transformative Mindset: Passion for driving transformation in public service procurement.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and embrace change.
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in workforce planning, leadership and talent development, human resources, or a related field.