Manager, Regulation and Compliance (RD)

Skills and Workforce Development Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Skills and Workforce Development Agency seeks a Manager in the Regulation Division to uphold Singapore's private education and continuing education training standards. You will lead regulatory and enforcement activities, oversee inspections, and drive policy reviews to ensure safety and quality across training providers.

Collaborative and autonomous work is required, with a focus on attention to detail, clear writing, and resilient performance in a fast-paced public service environment.

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 as part of a team.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure TPs/PEIs meet registration and quality standards under the Private Education Act.
• Inspection and Enforcement: Lead inspections and take enforcement actions as needed.
• Policy and Framework Review: Review legislation and policies to keep them effective.
• Innovation and Process Enhancement: Use AI and data analytics to improve tools and processes.
• Requirements: Demonstrate competencies and operate with autonomy and teamwork.

Skills

Regulatory oversight

Policy interpretation

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Autonomous work

Job description

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.

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.

Requirements

• - 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