Job Description

What the role is:As a Senior Head, Planning and Coordination in the Higher Education Planning Office, you will be part of a team involved in shaping the transformation of the higher education and skills landscape by formulating strategies to meet the needs of the economy and support the pursuit of individual aspirations.What you will be working on:

• Drive the formulation, implementation and review of long-term strategies and cross-cutting policy initiatives in the higher education and skills sector, such as LifeSkills, digital literacy, internships, and education and career guidance Work closely with diverse stakeholders (e.g. Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and economic agencies) to ensure good socio-economic outcomes for our fresh graduates and adult learners Coordinate internal corporate planning efforts to prioritise, track and review short- and medium-term workplans, in line with the overall priorities for the higher education and skills sector Provide secretariat support to Political Office Holders and MOE Senior Management at external, whole-of-government platforms This is an individual contributor role. We welcome individuals with or without work experience to apply for the position.

What we are looking for:

• Good writing and quantitative analytical skills Good interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, engage and work with diverse stakeholders with different interests and perspectives Operational planning abilities for large corporate events Ability to work well independently and in teams Keen eye for detail and good sense of perspective; comfortable with navigating between having a strategic view and focusing on details In general, applicants can expect to hear from us within 3 weeks of the close of the application window. In the event where we receive a high number of applications, applicants will receive an update on their status within 5 weeks of the close of the window. As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination. Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment. If you are facing issues submitting your application through the Careers@Gov portal, please contact us at Careers.gov.technicalhelp@psd.gov.sg for assistance.

About Ministry of Education:The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation. The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.

Ministry of Education