People Partner

Join to apply for the People Partner role at Open Government Products Open Government Products (OGP) operates like a startup within the government; We are a fast-paced, dynamic team of engineers, designers, and product managers dedicated to public good. We autonomously identify opportunities to solve public problems using tech, rapidly prototype, and launch solutions—from citizen apps to automating public agency operations. Embracing an open-sourced and flat hierarchy, we cut through bureaucracy to focus on real-world, user-centric innovations that drive change. About the role We are looking for a People Partner who cares deeply about building better organisations — someone who sees problems and moves to fix them, who brings structure to ambiguity, and who’s excited to shape systems, culture, and mindsets that help people do their best work. As a People Partner at OGP, you will be embedded within 1-2 functions (e.g., Engineering, Design). You will be their strategic advisor, operational support, and trusted thought partner to function leads, people managers, and employees. At the same time, you’ll also own and drive People team initiatives across the organisation — ranging from performance and feedback to hiring and onboarding — to improve how OGP operates and grows. At the heart of it, the People team’s shared objective is to make the OGP more accountable through us and the rest of the Corporate teams. This means taking ownership of the systems, structures, and culture that allow people to do their best work — not just as internal service providers, but as drivers of clarity, consistency, and credibility across the organisation. Here are a few examples of what we aim to do: Strengthen performance systems (e.g., feedback, recognition, rewards) Identify intervention points to reinforce organisational health Build reliable, scalable internal systems Deliver timely, data-backed insights and solutions What you will do Partner with functions Serve as the dedicated People Partner for 1-2 functions (e.g., Corporate, Design, Engineering, Operations, Policy & Transformation, Product) Support managers in building effective teams, giving feedback, resolving issues, and making decisions Be a sounding board and advocate for employees navigating their development, growth, or concerns Translate organisational policies and principles into fit-for-purpose practices in your function(s) Drive People team projects Take ownership of key portfolios within the People team (e.g., onboarding, internal communication, employee experience, compensation) Lead initiatives from strategy through execution: setting direction, aligning stakeholders, implementing tools/process, and measuring impact Proactively identify areas where structure, clarity, or change is needed, then do the work to make it happen — you don’t wait for direction or permission; you define the problem, chart the course, and bring others along You’re the right person we’re looking for if You see something broken and step in to fix it — not because you were asked to, but because you care You lean in and thrive in ambiguity by making sense of it — you don’t ask what the problem is; you define it then drive the solution You are a structured and first-principles thinker who brings clarity to ambiguity You influence without formal authority, know how to get buy-in, and can bring people along towards a shared direction You are driven to learn and apply on the go, even if you don’t know everything at the beginning We’d love if you have (but if you don’t, we’ll be happy to develop you) Experience in org design, strategy/ops, consulting, or People/Chief of Staff–like roles Track record of driving cultural or structural change in complex, scaling environments Confidence navigating sensitive conversations and accountability for your outcomes Empathy, credibility, and a constructive approach to disagreement and alignment A good understanding of Singapore’s public sector context Working at OGP Ownership and Autonomy — Beyond technical tasks, this means having autonomy to voice opinions and suggest future directions. Building what you believe in drives the creation of great solutions. Rapid Prototyping — We prioritize testing ideas over debating them, allowing us to identify problems quickly and convey possibilities to others. This fail-fast approach accelerates innovation. Flexibility — We provide flexible work arrangements based on what works best for our team and its members, fostering a productive and supportive environment. Continuous Learning — Drive professional growth by exploring new architectures, frameworks, and technologies. With dedicated yearly learning months and hackathons, continuous learning is essential as we tackle innovative ideas and challenges. Mission-Driven — Our work is dedicated to the public good, aiming to improve the lives of Singapore citizens. We focus on creating impactful solutions that enhance the community and the place we call home. Some of the projects we have worked on include: Covid-19 Vaccination National Appointment System - A suite of systems built to enable Singapore's national vaccination campaign for Covid-19. Data.gov.sg - An open repository of all the Singapore Government's public data. Parking.sg - A mobile app alternative to parking coupons. FormSG - A form builder tool for agencies to self-service and create online forms. Isomer - A static website building and hosting service for government agencies. RedeemSG - A platform to create, send, and track digital vouchers. PaySG - A digital