You will be part of a team responsible for producing data insights on Government Taxes and Benefits (T&B), how they impact Singapore households and ensure that help reaches those who need it most. Join us in using data to shape Singapore's social support landscape.
Department of Statistics
Statistician (Household, Income and Population)
Contract
Closing on 12 Jan 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Drive end-to-end data operations: from establishing inter-agency data pipelines to managing and optimising data validation/processing workflows
• Analyse and disseminate statistical findings on Government Taxes and Benefits to households
• Manage data-driven support to help agencies examine efficacy of government schemes including impact simulations to shape upcoming support and tax measures.
• Lead/conduct methodological/conceptual reviews to enrich T&B data indicators/products for policy analyses
What we are looking for
• Possess knowledge or experience in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Accountancy, Actuarial Science and/or subjects with substantial quantitative content (e.g., regression, analytics, modelling, forecasting)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to learn and apply relevant statistical and analytical tools and techniques for data compilation and analysis
• Proficient in data processing and analytical tools (Python, R)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Works in a structured, rigorous manner while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
• Good communicator who is able to work well both independently and as a member of a team
Development Opportunities and Benefits:
• DOS believes in the career development and training of our staff to bring out their best potential at work
• You will be equipped with skills and subject matter know-how via in-house and external learning and development opportunities. You will also be exposed to different statistical work via our structured job rotation programme.
• DOS offers attractive and market competitive benefits which include mid-year & year-end variable payments and market adjustment component.
• To support your personal needs, DOS also provides for flexible working arrangements including hybrid work and staggered working hours.
If you encounter any problem applying to our position(s) posted on the portal, please send your application directly to DOS via info@singstat.gov.sg. Kindly include the error message displayed on the Careers@Gov page. Thank you.
About your application process
This job is closing on 12 Jan 2026.
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 Department of Statistics or the wider Public Service.
About Department of Statistics
The Singapore Department of Statistics is the National Statistical Authority responsible for statistics on the Singapore economy and population.
We collect, compile, analyse and disseminate a wide range of economic, business, household and population data, as well as analyse and monitor trends in the economy and population.
With these vital inputs, policymakers, business decision makers and our data users gain valuable insights into current and emerging economic and social trends, enabling them to make calculated and informed decisions in the formulation of policies and strategies for the future. Apart from public agencies and businesses, our users also include researchers, analysts, educators, students, the media and the general public.
Join our team and make a difference by contributing important statistical input to facilitate policy planning and decision-making and support Singapore's present and future economic and social development.
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