Head (performance & Evaluation)

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


What the role is:To lead one of the Performance & Evaluation units in the Ministry of Finance to i) set evaluation standards to level up evaluation skills in public sector, ii) conduct value-for-money (VFM) reviews and value-add to MOF\'s budget allocation and funding decision, iii) adopt effective and efficient performance reporting to enhance accountability on public spending, and iv) instil a culture of prudence and accountability in public officers.What you will be working on:1. Plan the annual VFM work plan. Steps involved include risk assessment and understanding of key policy priorities to identify suitable programmes and projects, and resource planning in terms of staffing. 2. Drive the planning and execution of the VFM reviews at whole-of-Government level for key programmes and projects. 3. Introduce and oversee funding evaluation policy and process changes to effect and signal efforts to achieve VFM and spending accountability. 4. Implement systems and processes to monitor and report on the performance and results of Government\'s spending programmes. 5. Drive initiatives to promote a culture of VFM, as well as share learning points and case studies. 6. Ensure that the unit is staffed with trained and motivated personnel whom are developed to meet their current accountabilities and the future manpower needs.What we are looking for:

  • A degree with at least 5 years of working experience; Candidates with strong economics background, econometric, statistical analysis and data handling skills, proficiency in financial or accounting concepts, programme/project planning and evaluation experience would be advantageous; \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to look at issues from a long-term perspective and anticipate challenges, coupled with a good sense of the practical implementation issues; \xe2\x80\xa2 High sense of curiosity and drive to think out of the box; \xe2\x80\xa2 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage partners and stakeholders at various levels; \xe2\x80\xa2 Self-motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment; and \xe2\x80\xa2 A good team player and leader who can guide and develop the team.
About Ministry of Finance:The mission of the Ministry of Finance (MOF) is to create a better Singapore through finance. We aim to sustain a high-performance Government with sound public finances that enable growth opportunities for all Singaporeans. The Ministry of Finance is an important central planning agency within the Public Service, serving four key roles: \xe2\x80\xa2 As a Steward, we are responsible for the Government\'s overall budget and management of reserves \xe2\x80\xa2 As an Enabler, we provide resources (funds, products and expertise) to other government agencies for the implementation of national policies and programmes \xe2\x80\xa2 As an Integrator, we bring agencies and/or other stakeholders together to achieve whole-of-government outcomes \xe2\x80\xa2 As a Catalyst, we seed new ideas and open up new terrain where others have not yet seen the potential for success.

Ministry of Finance

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1450627
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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