Manager, Programmes Team

Workforce Singapore

Fixed Terms

Closing in 5 day(s)

What the role is

You will be part of the Programmes Team, overseeing grants management including putting in place grants governance and compliance practices to ensure robust controls and standards across programme implementation. The role focuses on strengthening operational frameworks, managing audit processes, and driving continuous improvement in compliance measures.

What you will be working on

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Compliance and Governance: Develop and implement controls and safeguards across programmes to ensure alignment with organisational policies and regulatory requirements
• Audit Management: Supporting the Programmes Team on programme audits, including preparation of documentation and implementation/follow-up of audit recommendations
• Process Enhancement: Drive process improvements to enhance grant governance across various stages of the programme life cycle
• Systems and Verification: Oversee the development and implementation of compliance monitoring frameworks, including system checks and verification processes
• Risk Management: Conduct regular reviews of existing processes and systems to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation measures

• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g. programme partners) to ensure adherence to compliance requirements and resolution of governance matters. This includes:

• Translating complex programme requirements into clear guidelines for programme partners to ensure consistency and compliance across various programmes

• Working with second line and third line to drive grant governance efforts across WSG and implement measures under the grants governance framework

What we are looking for

• Relevant experience in accounting, finance and compliance reviews and audits from commercial or professional audit environments would be advantageous

Knowledge/Skills:

• Good understanding of governance frameworks and compliance requirements
• Experience in process review and enhancement
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and change management
• Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders

Abilities/Aptitudes:

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex requirements clearly
• Proactive team player with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities effectively

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About Workforce Singapore

Workforce Singapore (WSG) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). It will oversee the transformation of the local workforce and industry to meet ongoing economic challenges.
WSG will promote the development, competitiveness, inclusiveness, and employability of all levels of the workforce. This will ensure that all sectors of the economy are supported by a strong, inclusive Singaporean core.
While its key focus is to help workers meet their career aspirations and secure quality jobs at different stages of life, WSG will also address the needs of business owners and companies by providing support to enable manpower-lean enterprises to remain competitive. It will help businesses in different economic sectors create quality jobs, develop a manpower pipeline to support industry growth, and match the right people to the right jobs

About your application process

This job is closing in 5 day(s).

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 Workforce Singapore or the wider Public Service.