Ministry of Manpower

Government ministry overseeing Singapore's workforce

Manager – Finance Policy & Projects

Corporate Finance & FP&AConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSingaporeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Knowledge in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with preferably at least three years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, business partnering, or auditing.
Experience in government agencies or public organisations, and knowledge of the public-sector financing system and governance, are advantageous.
Strong analytical capabilities and sound decision-making skills, with the ability to deliver quality work within tight timelines.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to engage with key stakeholders at all levels.
Strong written and presentation skills, with a basic understanding of artificial intelligence tools and their applications.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

Partner with MOM departments on project funding requests and related matters, including providing guidance on programme evaluation.
Contribute to the annual Centre of Government funding process by evaluating proposals from MOM departments and Statutory Boards and ensuring their robustness.
Analyse, evaluate, and add value to project funding requests using analytical methods, including cost-benefit analysis, to support informed decision-making and effective resource allocation.
Analyse resource allocation trends and performance to identify optimisation opportunities, and review and update cost methodologies to maintain accuracy and relevance in financial planning.
Design, develop, and refine financial policies, frameworks, and guidelines to strengthen MOM's financial management capabilities and ensure robust governance and control mechanisms.
Drive process improvements by identifying opportunities to transform, streamline, and digitalise internal workflows.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in government agencies or public organisations, and knowledge of the public-sector financing system and governance, are advantageous.
At least three years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, business partnering, or auditing is preferred.

Manager, Finance Policy & Projects, CMD

Ministry of Manpower (MOM) · Singapore, Singapore · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-04

Workplace: on_site

Department: Corporate Management Department (CMD)

Description

What the role is:

Join a dynamic team where you'll play a key role in optimising MOM's budget allocation and ensuring strategic resource deployment. You'll contribute to meaningful financial decisions that support programmes impacting Singapore's workforce & workplaces, combining analytical rigour with strategic thinking to drive effective resource management.

What you will be working on:

Serve as a valued partner to MOM departments on project funding requests and related matters, including providing expert guidance on programme evaluation
Contribute to the annual Centre of Government funding process by evaluating proposals from MOM departments and Statutory Boards, ensuring the robustness of these proposals
Analyse, evaluate and value add to project funding requests using robust analytical methods, including cost-benefit analysis, to support informed decision-making and ensure effective resource allocation
Analyse resource allocation trends and performance to identify optimisation opportunities, whilst reviewing and updating cost methodologies to maintain accuracy and relevance in financial planning
Design, develop and refine financial policies, frameworks, and guidelines that strengthen MOM's financial management capabilities and ensure robust governance and control mechanisms
Drive process improvements by identifying opportunities to transform, streamline, and digitalise internal workflows, contributing to a more efficient and effective organisation

Requirements

What we are looking for:

Knowledge in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with preferably at least three years of relevant experience in financial planning & analysis, business partnering, or auditing
Experience in Government agencies/public organisations, with knowledge in public sector financing system and governance will be an advantage
Strong analytical capabilities and sound decision-making skills, with the ability to deliver quality work within tight timelines.
Good interpersonal skills and able to engage with key stakeholders at all levels
Strong written and presentation skills, with basic understanding of AI tools and their applications
Highly motivated with positive working attitude
Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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About the Company

Ministry of Manpower

Government ministry overseeing Singapore's workforce

The Ministry of Manpower is the Singapore government ministry responsible for labour market policy, workplace standards and the employment of foreign workers. It sets rules on employment practices, administers work passes for foreign nationals and promotes workplace safety and health at the national level. Policies are developed in partnership with employers and unions, while its research department publishes national statistics on the labour market. Its divisions enforce workplace laws and prosecute offences, and the Central Provident Fund Board is among the statutory boards under the ministry. Founded in 1955 as the Ministry of Labour and Welfare, it is headquartered in Singapore.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Singapore, Singapore
Founded: 1955

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