Job Description

What the role is:The Investigation Branch investigates into offences under the legislations under MSF's purview, including the Vulnerable Adults Act, Adoption of Children Act and part of Women's Charter.What you will be working on:As a Senior Investigation Officer, you will be part of a team of officers to investigate into offences reported under the legislations that are under the purview of MSF, including the Vulnerable Adult Act, Adoption of Children Act and Women's Charter. Responsibilities: You will report to the Head Investigation Branch, and Manager Investigation Branch. You will manage and investigate into offences reported under the legislations that are under the purview of MSF, including the Vulnerable Adult Act, Adoption of Children Act and Women's Charter. You will be required to investigate into offences under other new legislations under MSF as and when enacted. You will be rostered as Duty IO as part of a team to provide response to VAA offences cases on 24/7 basis, including after office hours and weekends/public holidays. You will be expected to be arrive at scene on 1 hr NTM when required during your tour of duty. You will need to decide and recommend investigations actions and field operations to be carried out, such as evidence gathering, identification of perpetrators. You will put up recommendations on the outcome of investigations to address AGC. You may be recallable for exigency duties outside of office hours. You will need to abide by internal SOP and guidelines regarding investigation work in MSF. You may need to work with the other law enforcement agencies for referral of cases or parallel investigations where necessary.What we are looking for:

• At least a tertiary education in any discipline, with 3 to 5 years of experience in criminal investigation work. Experience in conducting interviews and recording of statements for court prosecution purpose. Knowledge of other relevant law statues is an advantage. Good communications and inter-personal skills. Good command of English is required for putting up submissions for court prosecutions. Possess the ability to solve problems and think creatively. Independent and a good team-player.

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!

Ministry of Social and Family Development