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Senior Executive / Manager (Chief HR Officer’s Office), Public Service Division

Public Service Division

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Closing on 24 Sep 2025

What the role is

The Public Service Division (PSD) aims to build a first-class Public Service for a successful and vibrant Singapore. We do this through public sector leadership development, capacity and capability building and the promotion of quality services at all levels of the Public Service. We are looking for outstanding candidates with the vision and passion to contribute to help shape Singapore. 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 pushing boundaries to shape a first-class Public Service, we welcome you to join us! Follow us @PublicServiceDivision @SGPublicService On LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | http://www.psd.gov.sg The Singapore Public Service: Integrity, Service, Excellence  |People, Our Pride| Service, Our Pledge | Integrity, Our Core | Excellence, Our Quest|

What you will be working on

[Hiring Cluster’s Description] PSD plays the role of functional leader for HR in the Singapore Public Service, with the Chief HR Officer (CHRO) as Head of Profession. The vision of the CHRO’s Office (CHROO) is to position Singapore Public Service as “The Employer of Choice” to attract, manage and develop our officers so that collectively, we contribute towards building a Trusted Public Service with Citizens at the Centre. The Office serves to professionalise HR in the Public Service and provide professional leadership to some 3,000 HR Leaders and officers across the Public Service. We do so through the 5 ‘Cs’: i. Building a One trusted HR Community; ii. Uplifting Capabilities; iii. Increasing Capacity to transform; iv. Building Collaboration and benchmarking standards; and v. Facilitating HR Career development and branding. [Specific Job Responsibilities] You will be part of a lean team to plan and drive CHROO’s vision across the Public Service. The CHROO convenes platforms to foster networks and collaboration across agency/function, facilitates sectoral dialogue and develops strategies to invest in capability and capacity building for the HR community. Your work will involve working with stakeholders to deliver CHROO’s key objectives: • Drive HR workforce transformation through Strategic Workforce Planning and competency-based interventions, based on keen understanding of stakeholders’ business and workforce needs. • Set clear vision and operating doctrine for HR to drive HR professionalisation. • Drive cross agency/sector collaboration to co-create solutions to common issues and challenges from ensuring effective delivery of HR services to developing a future HR operating model. • Develop career development strategies and initiatives in supporting the attraction and development of HR professionals in the Public Service. • Drive public sector wide HR programs to build capabilities, e.g. manage HR Professional Development Program, Structured Job Rotation, Talent Attachment Program, etc. • Design and implement engagement channels and communities of practice to foster knowledge sharing and to build a trusted and well-networked HR community. • Convene community learning platforms with global thought leaders, leading practitioners, professional service firms and professional bodies to plug into industry developments at the national and global levels and adapt for use in the Public Service. • Lead data-driven analyses of workforce metrics and surveys to develop evidence-based recommendations for CHROO's strategic initiatives, HR transformation and professionalisation efforts across the Public Service.

What we are looking for

We are looking for self-motivated individuals who value integrity, teamwork and take pride in going the extra mile to provide excellent service. [Competencies] An ideal candidate should possess the following: • [Talent Management/ Career Development] Possess functional knowledge and expertise in one of these HR functional areas to contribute to deepening capabilities in the HR community. • [Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgement] Appreciate the strategic role, objectives and challenges of HR practices of the Public Service. Anticipate and keep abreast of upcoming HR trends and challenges to plan for the future in an agile manner, by formulating appropriate plans and follow-up actions to improve HR and organisation effectiveness. • [Working as One Public Service] Ability to understand how our work contributes to whole-of-government outcomes. Reconcile differing views and develop plans to achieve common goals. Foster strong relationships and networks within and across agencies, so as to build trust, influence effectively, facilitate conversations and collaborations. To achieve this, you should possess the ability to communicate effectively through strong written and oral presentation. • [Improving and Innovating Continuously] Open to experiment with new ideas to improve work processes and service delivery while managing risks and considering the perspectives of different stakeholders. [Work Experience] • At least 2-3 years of HR experience in a large organisation, preferably driving strategic changes in close partnership with stakeholders at all levels. Applicants will typically be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of the job posting. Successful candidates will be appointed on 1-year contract.

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 | http://www.psd.gov.sg 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 on 24 Sep 2025.

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 Public Service Division or the wider Public Service.