Manager/Senior Manager, Budget Evaluation and Funding Policy

Overview SSG is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering individuals and shaping the future of Singapore's workforce. As a statutory board under the Ministry of Education, SSG leads the SkillsFuture movement, a national initiative that promotes lifelong learning and skills development. SSG collaborates with employers, training providers, and individuals to create a vibrant ecosystem of learning and growth. Through initiatives, programs, and funding schemes, SSG enables individuals to unlock their potential, acquire new competencies, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing job market. Join the Planning Group in SSG that provides guidance on the strategic direction of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Specifically, RPD is responsible for effective planning of resources and oversees budget and manpower management to achieve the agency\'s goals. Funding Policy Formulation: Formulate corporate-level funding policies and funding parameters to support SkillsFuture Initiatives and SSG’s objectives Budget Evaluation and Management: Evaluate budget requests from programme partners and oversee the allocation and management of SSG’s budget Manpower Establishment Planning: Secure and optimise manpower resources to implement SSG’s programmes and agency’s operations Whole-of-Government (WOG) CET Grants Management: Lead the management of WOG CET grants and strengthen CET grants governance for WOG and SSG What you will be working on The Manager/Senior Manager is an individual contributor role who reports to the Team Leader and is part of a team responsible for ensuring funded programmes are aligned with SSG’s funding policies and support SkillsFuture initiatives and SSG’s overall objectives. The Senior Manager level is expected to handle work of greater complexity and manage additional projects. Key responsibilities Policy Development and Review: Develop and review funding policies that support SkillsFuture initiatives and align with SSG’s objectives Budget Evaluation: Evaluate budget requests for funding of programme partners from Divisions; make recommendations for approval by the Internal Approving Authority Secretariat Support: Serve as the secretariat for the Budget and Resource Allocation Committee (BRAC) and Grants Committee (GC) meetings, ensuring effective documentation and follow-up on decisions Stakeholder Management: Handle and prepare responses to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding SSG’s funding policies; foster positive relationships to facilitate communication and collaboration Knowledge Management: Maintain a knowledge management repository of project budget approvals for easy access to information and documentation for stakeholders What we are looking for The required competencies to execute the job duties proficiently Manager: Up to 6 years of relevant work experience in managing or reviewing funding policies. Those with no relevant experience but have been involved in relevant projects, short stints in similar areas or relevant course of study can apply Senior Manager: At least 6 years of relevant work experience in managing or reviewing funding policies Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals/teams internally and externally Effective written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills Strong strategic, analytical, and critical thinking skills Meticulous and systematic approach to work, ensuring accuracy in documentation and analysis Knowledge of funding policies and concepts relevant to public sector initiatives would be advantageous Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with strong skills in numerical calculation and statistical analysis Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or permanent tenure. Candidates are encouraged to sign up for a Careers & Skills Passport (CSP)