The Performance & Evaluation (P&E) directorate in the Ministry of Finance is looking for dynamic and motivated team members to support MOF in enabling a high performance government, through better value and accountability for public spending and outcomes.
Why join us
Be part of impactful work that contributes to the directorate’s mission and transformation efforts, as well as for the opportunity to:
• Lead and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders across diverse domains and areas of government, giving you exposure to different perspectives and challenges
• Develop a versatile skillset – not just technical expertise, but also critical soft skills including creativity, communications and change management
• Thrive in a collaborative environment with colleagues keen to make a difference and where continuous improvement will empower you to grow and take on new challenges including how to make meaningful contributions at scale
Ministry of Finance
Senior Associate/ Associate (Performance & Evaluation - Prog Eval / Perf Mgmt)
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 03 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Programme Evaluation Units – Infrastructure, Economic, Social & Resilience Teams
• Policy and planning: Formulate and implement programme evaluation and office space policies and processes for better outcomes and cost-effectiveness in public sector spending.
• Programme reviews: Work with public agencies to design appropriate evaluation and funding interventions for a diverse range of agencies, programmes, and projects. This will involve:
o Applying relevant tools such as the Theory of Change to determine what works, what does not work, how, and why;
o Determining suitable performance indicators, data collection plans, and evaluation methods; and
o Formulating recommendations to senior management, as well as programme and policy owners.
• Capability Building: Work with public agencies to strengthen a culture of accountability and resource optimisation, enhance capability development of the overall Programme Evaluation community, and recommend/share interventions from research studies and engagements including international best practices.
Performance Management (Policy & Reporting) Unit
• Policy and planning: Formulate and implement central frameworks and guidelines to strengthen performance reporting across WOG.
• Report reviews and publication: Work with public agencies to review and produce Whole-of-Government (WOG) reports such as the Singapore Public Sector Outcomes Review Report.
• Transformation and communications: Develop and implement strategies, processes and/or platforms to transform and better communicate government performance to external and internal stakeholders.
What we are looking for
• Candidates with (i) economics background and/or econometric, statistical analysis and data handling skills, (ii) proficient in financial, accounting and governance standards, and/or (iii) programme/project planning and evaluation and/or audit experience would be preferred
• Strong analytical thinking, ability to anticipate challenges, and good instincts including for actionable solutions
• Ability to think out of the box and develop innovative solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills to engage internal and external stakeholders at various levels
• Self-motivated individuals with the ability to handle an array of responsibilities and follow-ups in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• A good team player
About your application process
This job is closing on 03 May 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 Finance or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of Finance
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well-being and development of Singapore by:
• achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies;
• ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds;
• setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation;
• fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise; and
• ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.
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