As a (Senior/ Lead) Manager, Operations & Capability Development in the Internal Audit Branch (IAB), you will primarily be responsible for the procurement for the entire branch whilst supporting the branch’s operations and capability development initiatives. This role requires strong procurement expertise and excellent written communication skills.

Ministry of Education
(Senior/ Lead) Manager, Operations & Capability Development
Contract
Closing on 03 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Handle procurement operations for IAB, including preparing tender specifications, evaluating vendor proposals, managing contract and ensuring full compliance with government procurement regulations and GeBIZ requirements
• Draft, review and finalise procurement documentation including tender documents, evaluation reports, contract amendments, and correspondence with vendors
• Support administrative and finance operations, ensuring compliance with guidelines and timely execution
• Maintain and update IAB's Standard Operating Procedures, guidelines and intranet portal to ensure operational effectiveness and accessible current information
• Coordinate training programmes and professional development activities that align with Whole-of-Government competency frameworks to support the development of IAB officers’ skills and expertise
• Support capability development projects including digitalisation, process improvements and operational efficiency enhancements to strengthen IAB's effectiveness
What we are looking for
• Relevant training in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field with at least 3 to 5 years of relevant working experience in Procurement and/ or Finance
• Experience in government procurement processes, system administration (e.g. GeBIZ), and vendor management would be an advantage
• Excellent written communication skills with ability to prepare clear, accurate procurement documentation and correspondence
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating tenders and preparing comprehensive assessment reports
• An independent and collaborative professional with proven ability to multitask
• Experience in data management in the public sector would be an advantage
As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination.
Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment.
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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 Education or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of Education
The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation.
The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.
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