PSD’s HR Policy cluster develops and implements HR policies for the Public Service so that we attract, develop, retain, and motivate the right talent to build a successful and vibrant Singapore for the next generation. With a changing operating environment, the HR Policy cluster ensures that HR policies remain relevant, progressive and sufficiently flexible to account for the diverse needs of agencies and public officers.
Public Service Division
Assistant Director (Benefits), HR Policy
Contract
Closing on 25 Nov 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
As Assistant Director (Benefits), you lead a team of policy analysts to develop and implement benefits policies for the Public Service.
You will need to:
• Understand the strategic considerations nationally, at the Public Service-level, and at the individual agency-level to guide the team to develop policies that meet the future needs of the Public Service;
• Build networks with key stakeholders, such as HR leaders, senior management and systems teams, to ensure the success of your team’s policies; and
• Adopt a principled approach to manage agencies’ requests and appeals.
You may also be asked to lead projects that involve cross-cluster collaboration.
What we are looking for
A good candidate should possess the following:
[HR Policies, Processes & Legislation] The ability to identify linkages across different policies and adopt a principled approach to provide strategic guidance for the team
[Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgement] The ability to make sound judgements about different policy options by synthesising various data points and using a good sense of realities on the ground.
[Working Effectively with Stakeholders] The ability to reach out, influence and mobilise stakeholders towards a collective purpose, engaging them to deepen understanding of issues and co-creating solutions together. Excellent in presenting and translating information/insights succinctly and effective in stakeholder engagement to obtain buy-in amidst competing priorities.
[Caring for, Developing and Inspiring Staff] The ability to be an effective people developer who inspires and engages staff, and supports them in building their capabilities and capacity.
Experience in HR or policy will be an advantage but is not a requirement.
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 a 2-year contract in the first instance.
About your application process
This job is closing on 25 Nov 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.
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!
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• 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 |
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