Planning Officer, Education Policy Branch

Ministry of Education; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government education agency in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Planning Officer to formulate and review key education policies and reforms. The candidate will engage with various stakeholders, coordinate strategic planning initiatives, and ensure effective policy implementation. Strong writing and analytical skills, along with a passion for shaping the education system, are essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of the nation's education landscape.

Qualifications

• Passionate in shaping the education system with initiative to propose new ideas.
• Ability to exercise systems thinking.
• Highly motivated and meticulous.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and review education policies and reforms.
• Engage with stakeholders on policy proposals.
• Coordinate strategic planning initiatives.
• Coordinate Ministry-level strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

What the role is:

As a Planning Officer in the Education Policy Branch in the Planning Division, you will play an active role in the formulation, review and implementation of key education policies and reforms to support MOE’s work in the general education space.

What you will be working on:

• Formulate and review cross-cutting policies, such as education sector development (e.g. Pre-school, Student Care Centres) and social integration and mobility related policies, as well as their social impact, particularly on specific groups of children and/ or students (e.g. pre-school children, disadvantaged and high-needs students)
• Engage and support Political Office Holders and Senior Management on key policy proposals and speeches, as well as staff key public and internal stakeholder communication platforms, such as the annual Committee of Supply Debate and Work Plan Seminar
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, to do ground-sensing, sense-making and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to inform policy recommendations
• Chart and coordinate Ministry-level strategic and corporate planning initiatives, while working with other agencies to ensure Whole-of-Government coherence

What we are looking for:

• Passionate in shaping our education system with initiative to propose and pursue new ideas
• Strong writing and analytical skills and ability to exercise systems thinking
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to meaningfully engage different stakeholders
• Highly motivated and meticulous
• Works well in a team to achieve collective goals

As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination. Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment.

If you are facing issues submitting your application through the Careers@Gov portal, please contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.

About Ministry of Education

The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation. The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.