Executive/Senior Executive/Manager

Job description

Public Service Division

Contract

Closing in 1 day(s)

What the role is

(About PSD)
The Public Service Division (PSD) stewards a trusted Singapore Public Service for a successful and vibrant Singapore.

Our 4 key roles include:
• Developing a flourishing and diverse workforce by supporting our public officers' continual growth of skills and creating meaningful careers
• Developing a forward-looking and inspiring community of leaders who are united, resilient, and anchored in public service values and ethos
• Building future-ready public sector organisations by steering and supporting transformation of our organisations and catalysing innovations for organisations to work more effectively
• Driving good governance, values and excellence to safeguard the integrity and reputation of the Public Service and uphold the trust of citizens
(Why Join Us)
When you join PSD, you become part of a community that learns together and cares for one another.

We look out for your well-being and partner you in your career growth.

Being in the business of developing People and driving transformation makes our work deeply Purposeful.

What you do will impact our public officers and agencies, and in turn make a difference to Singapore and Singaporeans.
If you share our passion in reimagining the Possibilities and push boundaries to shape a first-class Public Service, we welcome you to join us
Follow us @PublicServiceDivision @SGPublicService
On LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook |
The Singapore Public Service: Integrity, Service, Excellence
|People, Our Pride| Service, Our Pledge | Integrity, Our Core | Excellence, Our Quest|
(Public Service Commission Secretariat)
The Public Service Commission (PSC) was constituted in 1951 as an independent organ of state to appoint, promote, transfer, dismiss and exercise disciplinary control over public officers.

The PSC Secretariat provides support to the PSC.

This includes formulating conduct and discipline policies, to ensure that officers maintain the highest standards of personal conduct and integrity.

One significant non-statutory role of the PSC is the award of PSC scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

Under the Talent Management arm of the team, we formulate scholarship policies and oversee talent attraction and development of PSC scholarship holders as potential future leaders in the Public Service.

What you will be working on

(Specific Job Responsibilities)
Reporting to the Assistant Director (Talent Management), you will be part of the team supporting and facilitating the PSC's work in developing top-tier talents through PSC scholarships and maintaining oversight on scholarships throughout the Public Service.

Your role entails:
Talent Development
• Design and implement comprehensive development plans for the on-course scholarship holders and oversee their academic progress and participation in academic and non-academic programmes to ensure their holistic development.
• Provide strategic mentorship and career guidance to on-course scholarship holders, helping them navigate their academic journey and future career paths in the Public Service.
• Oversee, plan and execute high-signature scholarship events, ceremonies and developmental milestone programmes for on-course scholarship holders.
• Develop expertise and specialist knowledge in careers in the Singapore Public Service, local and overseas tertiary education landscape, and various HR methodologies to develop top-tier talent for the Public Service.
• Contribute to policy reviews and improvements in talent management frameworks
• Manage essential administrative matters pertaining to the on-course scholarship holders including but not limited to their finances, legal agreements, and university relations.
Outreach & Engagement
• Participate in outreach programmes to engage potential scholarship candidates, including overseas recruitment trips.
• Organise and participate in overseas study trips to network with international stakeholders and partners in top universities.
Stakeholder Management and Partnerships
• Collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders such as Leadership Development and Finance divisions, and Civil Service College.
• Partner with other public agencies on cross-cutting initiatives such as talent management and mentoring initiatives.
• Network with partners such as local and overseas tertiary institutions and build strong rapport with university partners.
• Sharing of information and best practices in scholars' development and scholarship administration with Public Service agencies.

What we are looking for

(Values)
We are looking for self-motivated individuals who can work independently and value integrity, teamwork and take pride in going the extra mile to provide excellent service.
(Work Experience & Competencies)
The ideal candidate should possess basic appreciation of the strategic role, purpose, objectives and challenges of PSC's Talent Management roles in the Public Service.

In addition, we are looking for an individual who possesses the following:
• (Talent Management) A good understanding of the talent needs in the Public Service.

This includes the ability to implement talent management processes and initiatives to identify, engage and manage talents.

You should be open to new ideas and approaches to talent development and be able to translate them into operational processes.

You have experience in mentoring and managing talents in areas such as onboarding, training and development and managing their well-being.
• (Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgements) The ability to think on your feet, adapt flexibly to different operating situations, navigate different viewpoints and work under pressure of seasonal tight deadlines.
• (Working Effectively with Stakeholders) The ability to reach out, influence and mobilise internal and external stakeholders towards a common purpose; and engage them to better understand their needs and co-create solutions that work.

You have experience designing and facilitating networking sessions and are a confident communicator who can interact with local and international partners to foster positive working relationships and identify opportunities for collaboration.

You also possess strong interpersonal skills.
(Other Traits)
• An understanding of the local/overseas universities and education systems, and/or fluency in foreign languages (Japanese, French or German) would be advantageous.
• Passion for nurturing young talents and contributing to Singapore's future.
• Strong drive for excellence with a collaborative mindset.
• Organised, meticulous and able to multi-task.
• A team player who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

About Public Service Division

The Public Service Division (PSD) stewards a trusted Singapore Public Service for a successful and vibrant Singapore.

Our 4 key roles include:
• Developing a flourishing and diverse workforce by supporting our public officers' continual growth of skills and creating meaningful careers
• Developing a forward-looking and inspiring community of leaders who are united, resilient, and anchored in public service values and ethos
• Building future-ready public sector organisations by steering and supporting transformation of our organisations and catalysing innovations for organisations to work more effectively
• Driving good governance, values and excellence to safeguard the integrity and reputation of the Public Service and uphold the trust of citizens
Why Join Us
When you join PSD, you become part of a community that learns together and cares for one another.

We look out for your well-being and partner you in your career growth.

Being in the business of developing People and driving transformation makes our work deeply Purposeful.

What you do will impact our public officers and agencies, and in turn make a difference to Singapore and Singaporeans.
If you share our passion in reimagining Possibilities and pushing boundaries to shape a first-class Public Service, we welcome you to join us
Follow us @PublicServiceDivision @SGPublicService
On LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook |
The Singapore Public Service: Integrity, Service, Excellence
|People, Our Pride | Service, Our Pledge | Integrity, Our Core | Excellence, Our Quest |

About your application process

This job is closing in 1 day(s).

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role.

We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service.

We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Public Service Division or the wider Public Service.

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