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Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Assistant Manager/Manager (Manpower Policy & Case Management) (2-Year Contract)

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Fixed Terms

What the role is

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is the government agency tasked to develop Singapore as the premier Global Hub Port and leading international maritime centre. The Maritime Human Capital (MHC) Department is part of the Innovation, Technology & Talent Development Division that focuses on catalysing the transformation of the maritime industry, through the development of a vibrant innovation ecosystem with strong technological capabilities, building new or growing enterprise capabilities that is supported by an agile and competent workforce equipped with a global mind-set. You will be part of MHC which focuses on the development of human capital for Singapore’s maritime industry.

[What the job is]

Your main role is to help drive MHC’s efforts in managing the industry manpower needs and ensuring that maritime companies can access high quality complementary global professionals while improving workforce diversity and building a strong Singaporean core. You will also be required to engage with industry stakeholders such as international shipping companies and industry associations, as well as collaborate with relevant government organisations / institutes of higher learning on relevant manpower programmes.

[What you will be working on]

This role requires close follow-up both internally within MPA and with external government agencies. Major responsibilities will include (but not limited to) the following:

  • Liaise with officers from other MPA Divisions in analysing and assessing the suitability of company cases for support

  • Work with external government agencies (such as MOM) in the administration of cases

  • Keep informed on the latest developments relating to our national manpower policies, and ensure internal databases are continually updated in a timely manner

  • Regular and timely updates to supervisor on case management, as well as recommendations to issues as and when they arise

  • Provide analysis of the maritime manpower landscape as and when required

  • Promote and encourage adoption of manpower programmes to enable the growth of new / existing maritime businesses in Singapore

[What we are looking for]

  • Good oral / written communication skills

  • Analytical, meticulous and well organised

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Good Microsoft Office skills, in particular Excel

  • Able to work independently as well as in a team

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."