Manager, Regulation and Compliance (RD)

Skills & Workforce Development Agency (SWDA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills & Workforce Development Agency (SWDA) in Singapore seeks a Manager in the Regulation Division to uphold the standards of private education and continuing education training. You will oversee regulatory compliance for Training Providers and Private Education Institutions, ensuring adherence to SWDA requirements and protecting consumers.

The role emphasizes leading inspections, enforcing actions for non-compliance, reviewing policies, and using data analytics and AI to improve processes

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in regulation, enforcement, investigations, or operations.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure TPs meeting SWDA funding standards and regulate PEIs per Private Education Act 2009.
• Inspection and Enforcement: Lead inspections and investigate non-compliance with SWDA requirements.
• Policy and Framework Review: Review legislation and operational policies to stay relevant and effective.
• Innovation and Process Enhancement: Leverage AI and data analytics to improve tools and processes for compliance monitoring.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Enforcement investigations

Written communication

Attention to detail

Autonomy and teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

What The Role Is

As a Manager in the Regulation Division, you will be instrumental in upholding the standards of Singapore's private education and continuing education training ecosystem. Your role will ensure that Training Providers (TPs) and Private Education Institutions (PEIs) adhere to the regulatory requirements set forth by Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA).

This position is critical in maintaining the institutional quality of TPs/PEIs, reflecting our commitment to consumer protection and fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.

What You Will Be Working On

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory and Compliance

• Ensure that TPs seeking funding from SWDA meet the necessary registration and quality standards.
• Regulate Private Education Institutions in line with the Private Education Act 2009 and its regulations.

Inspection and Enforcement

• Lead inspections on TPs and PEIs to confirm adherence to the Private Education Act, Regulations, and SWDA requirements.
• Investigate reports of non-compliance and take appropriate enforcement actions against TPs/PEIs.

Policy and Framework Review

• Conduct thorough reviews of existing legislation, regulatory frameworks, and operational policies to ensure they remain relevant and effective.

Innovation and Process Enhancement

• Utilize artificial intelligence and data analytics to innovate and improve tools and processes, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance monitoring.

What We Are Looking For

• Possess the required competencies to execute the job duties proficiently
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in regulation, enforcement, investigations, or operations
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• A meticulous attention to detail
• The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Successful candidates will be offered a contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent tenure.

Candidates are encouraged to sign up for a Careers & Skills Passport (CSP) account and include your CSP public profile in your resume. Please check out www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg for details on the CSP