Job Description

What the role is:At the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), we strive to build a Great Workforce and a Great Workplace. We work to achieve a globally competitive workforce and great workplace, for a cohesive society and a secure economic future for all Singaporeans. Our work transcends the boundaries of our desks - it takes us to real workplaces all over Singapore. We are continually on the lookout for individuals who want to make a difference and impact lives in the core areas of our work. The Assurance, Care and Engagement Group (ACE), a permanent division under the Ministry of Manpower, improves the well-being of migrant workers by enhancing the healthcare, housing and social aspects of the migrant worker landscape. As a Senior/Manager in the Procurement and Contract team, you will support procurement and contract management activities for ACE; ensuring procurement is cost effective, timely, efficient and in compliance with prevailing government procedures and policies.What you will be working on:Procurement 1. Work with branches/units on their purchase requirements and propose appropriate procurement approaches and sourcing strategies that best meet the branches\'/units\' needs. 2. Provide guidance to branches/units to ensure purchases made by branches/units comply with the Government Instructions Manual (IM) on Procurement and MOM\'s Procurement Policy and Guidelines. 3. Manage/support the end-to-end procurement process, from review of Approval of Requirement, Requirement Specifications, Evaluation Report and Contract Variation Request to preparation of sourcing and contracting documents. 4. Develop, review and improve on ACE\'s procurement processes through adoption of technology, automation and the use of data analytics. 5. Identify procurement trends and areas for improvements, such as opportunities for demand aggregated purchases, provide remedial solutions for any anomalies discovered. Contract Management 1. Work closely with contract owners to monitor the deliverables and performance of contractors. 2. Provide guidance to contract owners to ensure compliance to the terms and conditions as specified in the contract. 3. Monitor the progress and status of the contract and ensure timely follow up actions such as contract novation, contract termination, contract renewal. 4. Work with the contract owners and audit team on audit and compliance checks.What we are looking for:

• At least 3 years\' experience on government procurement and contract management. \xe2\x80\xa2 Good written and oral communication skills. \xe2\x80\xa2 Analytical and Meticulous. \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong passion and drive for the work. \xe2\x80\xa2 Positive and can-do attitude. \xe2\x80\xa2 Team player.

About Ministry of Manpower:The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) aims to develop a productive workforce and progressive workplaces, for Singaporeans to have better jobs and a secure retirement. In a rapidly changing global economic landscape, Singapore\'s workforce and workplace practices have to remain adaptable. MOM\'s policies help enhance the workforce\'s profile, promote lifelong employability and income security for Singaporeans, as well as foster excellent working environments that are fair and safe. As an MOM officer, you will get to work in a range of exciting areas to help the Ministry attain its goals, including manpower policy, industrial relations, workplace safety and foreign employment regulation. MOM is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all.

Ministry of Manpower