Manager / Senior Manager, HR Sector Development, MPPD

Ministry of Manpower; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Manpower is recruiting to lead transformative HR sector development in Singapore. The role focuses on shaping national HR policies and initiatives in alignment with workforce and economic priorities.

You will oversee strategic development of HR sector, drive capability development for HR professionals and organisations, and strengthen the HR ecosystem and services through collaboration with tripartite partners and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess policy impact.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic development of the HR sector at the national level.
• Drive human capital capability development for HR professionals and organisations.
• Strengthen HR ecosystem and services, engaging providers and innovators.
• Engage stakeholders and drive advocacy to align with workforce priorities.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research methods

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy or related field

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of the team spearheading the development of policies and strategies to transform the HR industry and strengthen HR practices in Singapore, in support of the wider workforce and business transformation efforts in Singapore's new phase of economic development.

What you will be working on:

1) Oversee strategic development of the HR sector

• Formulate and oversee the implementation of national level strategies and initiatives to strengthen the HR profession Singapore
• Analyse the economic landscape and trends to identify opportunities and gaps in the HR industry to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness in alignment with national workforce and economic priorities.

2) Drive human capital capability development for HR professionals and organisations

• Design and oversee initiatives to enhance the human capital development capabilities of HR professionals/ leaders and enterprises.
• Partner industry associations, tripartite partners and other stakeholders (e.g. Government sector agencies, IHLs) to develop frameworks, programmes and resources

3) Strengthen HR ecosystem and services

• Engage HR service providers to identify gaps and opportunities to improve the quality and accessibility of HR services to uplift human capital management standards
• Foster innovation and collaboration within the HR services sector to address evolving priorities and needs.

4) Engage stakeholders and drive advocacy

• Build and maintain strong relationships with tripartite partners, industry associations, and other stakeholders.
• Advocate for the importance of HR Sector development in achieving national workforce and economic objectives.

What we are looking for:

• A self-starter and independent thinker, comfortable with sense-making from complexities and passionate about driving excellence and making a difference.
• Strong critical and analytical skills to assess policy impact and conceptualise HR Sector development strategies, aligned with socio-economic priorities and workforce development strategies.
• Comfortable with quantitative data analysis and research methodologies to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Strong organisational skills to oversee governance, performance, and outcomes of projects.
• Effective communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills to align interests and drive collaboration of diverse stakeholders.

PWDs are welcome to apply

About Ministry of Manpower

Championing Human Potential for a Thriving SingaporeSingaporeans are at the heart of what we do. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) empowers our people and fosters a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. By working closely with our tripartite partners, industry and community stakeholders, we strive to create workforce and workplace policies that foster resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for a thriving Singapore.As an MOM officer, you will be part of this meaningful mission, contributing across diverse and impactful areas - from shaping forward-looking and effective manpower policies and strengthening industrial relations, to enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring balanced local and foreign workforce regulations. Here at MOM, we are committed to creating an inclusive experience not just for our national workforce, but also for our officers who work tirelessly to champion human potential for a thriving Singapore.