Assistant Manager/Manager

Ministry Of Social And Family Development

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 18 Sep 2025

What the role is

Rehabilitation and Protection Group (RPG)
Looking for a workplace with passion and commitment to empower and restore lives of the vulnerable population in Singapore? Join the Rehabilitation and Protection Group (RPG)
RPG undertakes the statutory functions in the rehabilitation of adult and youth offenders, and the protection of children and families. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to break cycles of abuse, neglect and offending.
As a Rehabilitation and Protection Officer, you influence and shape lives, and in the process, the future of the rehabilitation and protection landscape in Singapore.
To support your professional development, you will receive comprehensive training and develop foundational capabilities and knowledge on rehabilitation and protection work. You will also be given the opportunities to rotate to different exciting roles within RPG and broaden your perspectives, skills and experiences.
Description of Division/Branch: Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards (PRGS) Division
As part of the RPG family, the Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards (PGRS) is responsible for the effective rehabilitation of offenders on community-based orders with maximum participation of their families and the community. Through individual, family sessions and inter-agency collaborations, we deliver targeted interventions to steer probationers away from offending behaviours and lead socially responsible lives. We are passionate and committed to making a difference to the lives of these youths and their families and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our dynamic and life-changing team.

What you will be working on

Reporting to the Chief Probation Officer, you will conduct social investigations and submit reports on offenders referred by the Courts. You will ensure that you maintain quality assessments, interventions and supervision of offenders placed on probation orders and in the management of stakeholders and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Management of offenders placed on probation orders through:

• Undertaking social investigation of offenders referred by the Courts and making recommendations on their suitability for probation

• Delivering evidence-informed interventions and monitoring their progress, in close partnership with their families and the community

• Contributing to operational policy and planning in strengthening rehabilitative outcomes for probationers and their families

• Participating in initiatives as part of cross-disciplinary work in supporting the continuum of intervention for youths-at-risk and youth offenders
Do visit our CNA documentary on YouTube: "Inside The Probation Service" to learn more.

What we are looking for

Competencies required:

• Degree preferably in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Law

• Good command of spoken and written English as the position requires regular submission of reports to the Courts and key stakeholders

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills and able to adapt quickly to evolving situations

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Is able to work closely with different teams/professionals to support rehabilitation goals holistically

• Can multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Functional Competencies

• Case Management-Engagement, Assessment, and Planning

• Professional Practice

• Case Management- Intervention, Review and Documentation

About Ministry Of Social And Family Development

"We are Professionals with Passion for People"
The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) develops the "heartware" for Singapore through our policies, community infrastructure, programmes and services. Our mission is to nurture resilient individuals, strong families and a caring society that can overcome challenges together.
We are committed and passionate in developing a strong social service sector, and play key roles in shaping the future of Singapore. Through these efforts, we hope to play a part in helping our citizens achieve their hopes and aspirations for themselves and their families.
A career in MSF is a challenging and fulfilling one that allows you to make a difference in shaping the lives of Singaporeans. If you are driven and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we welcome you to be part of the MSF Family

About your application process

This job is closing on 18 Sep 2025.

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 for other roles within Ministry Of Social And Family Development or the wider Public Service.