At the Public Transport Council, we strive to bring about a quality and affordable public transport system for the people of Singapore by regulating public transport fares and ticket payment services. Established in 1987 under the Public Transport Council Act (Cap 2598), we operate within the ambit of the Public Transport Council Act and in accordance with overarching public transport policies.
Public Transport Council
Assistant/Deputy Manager, Public Transport Fares (1-year contract)
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What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be part of a team responsible for the public transport fare policy review, as well as carrying out the regulatory and licensing functions of the Public Transport Council. This will include engaging stakeholders and industry players to develop policy options to ensure fare affordability and financial sustainability for the public transport system, performing statistical analysis, drafting policy papers and reviewing legislation. You will also work with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of policies, work closely with other government agencies and regulated entities to be effective in the role.
What we are looking for
Requirements
- Preferably training in Economics or any related discipline.
- Keen interest or experience in economics or finance, and practical experience in formulation and development of public policies.
- Preferably with knowledge and experience in statistical analysis and/or Structured Query Language (SQL).
- Meticulous with strong analytical, writing and presentation skills.
- Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills; and
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, work independently and with others under pressure
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 Public Transport Council or the wider Public Service.
About Public Transport Council
The mission of the Public Transport Council is to work in collaboration with commuters, transport operators and government agencies to improve our public transport system by keeping public transport fares affordable while ensuring the sustainability of the public transport system; and providing objective, evidence-based advice to the Government to improve the service quality of public transport and commuters’ travelling experience.
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