The Income Security Policy Division (ISPD) leads MOM’s efforts in empowering Singaporeans to plan and save for a secure retirement. Within ISPD, the Financial Planning Programme Department (FPPD) spearheads strategic communications, research, policy development, and international advocacy efforts to improve Singaporeans' financial wellbeing and retirement adequacy. FPPD also co-leads MoneySense—Singapore's national financial education programme—with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), helping Singaporeans manage their money well and make informed financial decisions on their own.
You will help develop and advance the research and advocacy strategy to improve financial literacy and retirement adequacy for Singaporeans. This involves leading research studies on financial literacy and retirement planning, including the Central Provident Fund (CPF)-related matters, whilst working closely with external partners such as research companies and academia, as well as government agencies including CPF Board and the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI).
Ministry of Manpower
Manager/Senior Manager, FPPD, ISPD
Contract
Closing on 15 Mar 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Develop and advance research and advocacy strategy: Implement the research agenda for financial literacy and retirement advocacy, coordinate inputs for international engagements, reports and briefings, and engage with local partners and advocates
• Prepare, provide inputs and present key survey findings and analysis at relevant platforms e.g. MoneySense Council and Workstream meetings, meetings with senior management and external parties (e.g. CPF)
• Lead research studies i.e. conduct of quantitative and qualitative research studies/projects, including managing research companies and other key stakeholders (e.g. academia)
What we are looking for
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Business, Psychology, Social Science or Public Policy
• Fresh graduates welcome; candidates with 2-3 years of working experience in policy research and/or engagement and outreach preferred
• Strong interest in financial planning matters and CPF policies
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Self-driven and resourceful
About your application process
This job is closing on 15 Mar 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 Ministry of Manpower or the wider Public Service.
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.
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