Senior Associate/ Associate (Economic Programmes)

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

Job summary

A governmental agency in Singapore is seeking a candidate to join the Economic Programmes Directorate. You will shape policies and investments driving economic growth and competitiveness. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, along with a background in finance or economics. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities to impact local enterprises and job creation.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Diverse exposure in economic policies

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Initiative and drive to independently manage complex policy issues.

Responsibilities

• Align strategies and policies to deliver on national economic priorities.
• Drive economic growth and create job opportunities.
• Develop regulatory policies for good governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

Background in finance, economics and/or accounting

Job description

What the role is:

At the Ministry of Finance, Economic Programmes Directorate, you shape policies and investments that drive Singapore’s economy. Our Directorate partners closely with economic and regulatory agencies to strengthen Singapore’s competitiveness, help local enterprises thrive, foster innovation and create quality jobs for Singaporeans. We do so through determining how resources (including grants, tax incentives, loans, equity, and other tools) are allocated across economic programmes.

Why join us:

• Impactful work: Shape policies and resourcing decisions that drive economic growth and create opportunities for Singaporeans
• Diverse exposure: Work across a wide range of policies across the economic domain
• Collaborative environment: Grow your career in a collaborative team that invests in your professional development

What you will be working on:

As part of our team, you will work with agencies across Government to align strategies, policies and resources to deliver on our national economic priorities, including:

• Economic strategy and competitiveness
• Research, innovation & enterprise development
• Digital economy and AI
• Local enterprise development
• Jobs and skills development for the local workforce
• Business regulations and accountancy sector development
• Investment promotion and attracting foreign investments to Singapore
• Decarbonisation, energy transition, and the green economy
• Specific examples of portfolios you may take up include:
  • a. Research, Innovation & Enterprise (RIE): We shape RIE outcomes and strengthen the innovation system via resourcing and pathfinding. We set the overall budget in line with our commitment to allocate ~1% of Singapore’s GDP to RIE, and strengthen RIE KPIs to reflect our ambition to translate research to commercialisation.
  • b. Local enterprise development: We drive economic growth, create jobs, and enhance resilience against global uncertainties. We enable economic agencies to develop a mix of broad-based programmes to support companies to build capabilities, innovate and internationalise, and targeted programmes to groom high-potential, high-growth enterprises.
  • c. Corporate governance: We develop regulatory policies that uphold good governance and accountability, to strengthen Singapore’s reputation as a trusted business hub. We keep our regulatory regimes up to date with global developments, such as climate reporting requirements to remain competitive, and safeguarding against money laundering risks.

What we are looking for:

• Background in finance, economics and/or accounting will be advantageous
• Strong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Initiative and drive to independently manage complex, cross-cutting policy issues
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

About Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well‑being and development of Singapore by:

• achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies;
• ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds;
• setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation;
• fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise;
• ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.