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.

• Formulate and review cross-cutting education policies, such as structuring of the education system (e.g. remaking secondary education), school governance, compulsory education, groups of interest (e.g. disadvantaged students), sector development (e.g. Pre-School, Special Education schools, Student Care Centres) and Language policies • 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 other Divisions and/ or agencies, 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 also working with other agencies to ensure whole-of-Government coherence

• Interest/ passion in shaping the education system and curiosity to explore new ideas • Good analytical skills and systems thinking • Good writing and communication skills • Good interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the confidence to meaningfully engage different stakeholders • Highly motivated, with willingness to take initiative • Works well in a team to achieve collective goals In general, applicants can expect to hear from us within 3 weeks of the close of the application window. In the event where we receive a high number of applications, applicants will receive an update on their status within 5 weeks of the close of the window. 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 Careers.gov.technicalhelp@psd.gov.sg for assistance.

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.