Job Description

What the role is:The Translational Research Division in NCSS is a close-knit, high-performing, and multi-disciplinary research division in the Singapore Public Service. Our work includes longitudinal/panel and birth cohort studies, environmental scanning and sense making, evaluation at the sector, fund, and programme level, and economic evaluation. We operate in various areas ranging from family and child welfare, offending and rehabilitation, domestic violence, population studies, social service provision, quality of life, and future and current state analysis. The Centre for Population Studies branch in the division taps on large-scale administrative and survey datasets to investigate the some of the above-mentioned areas from various vantage points, including not only nationwide snapshots but also from the individual and family\'s intergenerational and life-course perspective.What you will be working on:We are recruiting a Senior Research Specialist / Research Specialist for the Centre for Population Studies branch. The officer will conduct research either as a lead or as a member of a team on various projects. This will involve:

• Working with stakeholders to identify precise areas in which research output may benefit policy-making or operations.
• Formulating the research plan, which includes defining data requirements and methodologies to be considered.
• Producing the research by using statistical software and preparing reports and publications for various platforms.
• Engaging stakeholders on research findings so as to achieve translational impact.

The officer will be expected to be proficient in quantitative data analysis, such that he or she can contribute both as team member and as an independent researcher.What we are looking for:Personal Competencies:

• Open-minded, flexible and creative
• Proactive and self-driven
• Analytical and critical
• Team player
• Good communicator

Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficient in the use of one or more statistical software (e.g., R, Python, Stata etc).
• Theoretical understanding of quantitative methods used within his/her field, be in it psychometrics, econometrics, or statistics etc.
• Project management and organisational skills.

Experience:Candidates with relevant experience may be considered for senior positions.About National Council of Social Service:NCSS is a statutory board and an umbrella body for some 450 member social service organisations in Singapore. Our mission is to provide leadership and direction in enhancing the capabilities and capacity of our members, advocating for social service needs and strengthening strategic partnerships for an effective social service ecosystem. Since 1992, NCSS has taken over the functions of the former Singapore Council of Social Service (SCSS) and Community Chest of Singapore. As we stay focused on our vision to nurture a compassionate society, grow an impactful sector and enabling the people we serve to lead dignified lives, we are guided by our core values of passion, impact, collaboration, and courage.

National Council of Social Service