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.

Statistical Specialist (Data Management), MRSD
Ministry of Manpower
Permanent/Contract
What the role is
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 cases
PWDs are welcome to apply.
About Ministry of Manpower
Championing Human Potential for a Thriving Singapore
Singaporeans 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.
About your application process
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 apply for other roles within Ministry of Manpower or the wider Public Service.