Content Writer (Temp Contract - 12 months) [WOD]

What the role is

The Content Hub & Distribution (CHD) team drives content strategy, audience growth and digital engagement across CareersCompass by MyCareersFuture (www.content.mycareersfuture.gov.sg) and related workforce initiatives. We create impactful, audience-centric content that supports Singaporeans in their career and skills journeys, while helping drive awareness and engagement for workforce programmes and services.

What you will be working on

We are looking for a motivated and digitally savvy Content Writer with at least 2 years of relevant experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate should possess strong writing skills, curiosity about workforce and career trends, and the ability to translate complex topics into engaging and accessible content.

This role offers opportunities to work across editorial planning, SEO, multimedia storytelling and audience engagement.

What we are looking for

You should have the following work experience and knowledge

• At least 2 years of experience in content writing, editorial, journalism, digital content or related fields.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong command of English (British English preferred).
• Experience writing for digital platforms and online audiences.
• Familiarity with SEO and digital content best practices will be advantageous.
• Experience in workforce, education, business, public sector or media-related content will be a bonus.

You should possess the following skill sets

• Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress, Optical CMS or equivalent).
• Basic understanding of Google Analytics, SEO tools or digital marketing concepts.
• Experience supporting multimedia or social-first content initiatives.
• Ability to work on Canva or Adobe Photoshop is an advantage.
• Experience supporting social media or multimedia content is a plus.

About Skills and Workforce Development Agency

The Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA), a statutory board under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), drives lifelong learning and workforce development to enable Singaporeans to take charge of their careers, learn for life, access good jobs, and grow in fulfilling careers. We enable employers to build a skilled, future-ready workforce, design quality jobs, and adopt skills recognition practices.

Together with our partners, we build a trusted, high-quality, industry-relevant, and innovative ecosystem that meets the evolving workforce needs of both businesses and workers.

Guided by our vision of a Singapore where everyone can grow in fulfilling careers, we live our promise of Building Skills, Growing Careers by nurturing lifelong learning, strengthening employability and enabling career growth for all, including our own officers, through a continuous learning culture and a supportive, flexible, inclusive working environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and well-being.

So, join us to be part of a dynamic team driving the national SkillsFuture movement and building a strong Singaporean core. Together, we create opportunities, transform lives, and shape the future of work.