Statistical Specialist (Data Management), MRSD

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

Job summary

The Ministry of Manpower is seeking a data management officer to support the Manpower Research and Statistics Department. This role involves statistical programming, data processing for national surveys, and managing databases to enhance informed decision-making for Singapore's workforce policies.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in data processing or statistical analysis.
• Good understanding of statistical applications and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data processing flows for national surveys.
• Program statistical tools for labour market information.

Skills

Statistical applications

Data processing

Programming (SAS, Python)

Statistical concepts

Education

Relevant degree in statistics or data science

Tools

SAS

Python

Tableau

Job description

What the role is:

The position is located in the Manpower Research and Statistics Department (MRSD), Singapore. The department produces a wide range of national labour market statistics to facilitate informed decision-making within the government and the community-at-large.

What you will be working on:

The candidate will join the Manpower Research & Statistics Department, which is responsible for in-depth statistical activities, research & analysis supporting MOM’s strategic outcomes, and to facilitate informed decision making within the government and the community at large.The candidate will be part of the Data Management team. Responsibilities include:• Develop, maintain and execute efficient and effective data processing flows for large scale national surveys on manpower and manage statistical databases• Develop statistical tools for the provision of timely and reliable labour market information• Organise and maintain documents and reference material related to the databases needed for accurate coding, extraction and up-keeping of information• Undertake statistical programming/coding for the provision of information/data in support of analysis• Handle data requests from the Ministry, external Ministries, Statutory Boards and the public

What we are looking for:

• Experience (acquired either through education or work) in working with numbers and statistics.• Good understanding of statistical applications, concepts and calculations• Preferably 1-2 years of relevant experience in data processing, with knowledge in programming software / statistical tools like SAS, Python and Tableau• Preferably knowledge of industry, occupation and education classification as well as statistical concepts and definitions• Training will be provided for candidates without knowledge in programming software / statistical tools, industry, occupation and education classification• Expected to develop comprehensive understanding of statistical databases, including their limitations and appropriate applications across different use casesPWDs 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.