ECDA's Sector Planning team is responsible for the planning, design and development of preschool supply, to meet the demand for pre-school services in Singapore. This is a critical function to achieve Government's goal of providing accessible, affordable and quality preschool services for young families.
Ministry Of Social And Family Development
Data Analyst, ECDA/SP [GRIT@Gov]
Traineeship
Closing on 12 May 2026Check if I'm eligible for GRIT@Gov
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Analyse and harness insights from preschool-related data to enhance preschool infrastructure planning and service delivery.
- Monitor and propose responses to fast-changing trends in the preschool sector. Communicate findings through visualisations and presentations/reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct studies, feasibility assessments, evaluate proposals and guide implementation of preschool infrastructure plans with government agencies and industry partners.
What we are looking for
- Data Analytics or related qualifications
- Good understanding of data analysis concepts and statistical methods
- Proficient in data modelling techniques (e.g. using R) and data visualisation (e.g. using PowerBI)
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
About your application process
This job is closing on 12 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 Social And Family Development or the wider Public Service.
Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship
The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.
All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:
- Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
- Graduated or graduating in 2024, 2025 or 2026 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
- Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- Applicants must have no prior working experience and must be prepared to commit to a full-time traineeship.
Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2026 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2027 are eligible for the programme as well.
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