Head - Performance & Evaluation

What the role is

The Performance & Evaluation (P&E) directorate in MOF is looking for dynamic and motivated team members to support MOF in enabling a high-performance government, through better value and accountability for public spending and outcomes.

As Head (Governance Unit) in the Performance & Evaluation directorate, you will have the opportunity to lead, develop and motivate a team of officers, and ensure timely and quality deliverables are achieved:

What you will be working on

Your key responsibilities will include

i. Policy and planning

o Formulate and implement policies and processes to strengthen public financial governance and address risks

ii. Assessments/Reviews

o Work with stakeholders to assess audit observations, propose responses and monitor follow-ups.

o Review agencies’ proposals relating to formation / restructuring of statutory boards and provide inputs/recommendations

iii. Transformation and communication

o Strategise and spearhead Whole Of Government (WOG) response(s) relating to governance.

o Identify and drive systemic changes in collaboration with key stakeholders to strengthen governance approaches, frameworks, and capabilities, as well as foster a strong governance mindset across the Public Service

What we are looking for

Functional/Technical Competencies

• Tertiary education in Accountancy, Business, Finance, or related disciplines
• Minimum 5 years’ working experience with proficiency in financial, accounting and governance standards, and/or programme/project planning and evaluation and/or audit experience is preferred

Generic Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking, ability to anticipate challenges, and good instincts including for actionable solutions
• Ability to think out of the box and develop innovative solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills to engage internal and external stakeholders at various levels
• Self-motivated individuals with the ability to handle an array of responsibilities and follow-ups in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• A good team player and leader who can support, guide and develop a diverse team

You will be notified whether you have been shortlisted within 4 weeks from the closing date of this job posting.

About Accountant-General's Department

The Accountant-General’s Department (AGD) plays an important role in making Singapore a better place through Finance. At AGD, we aim to be a future-ready leader in transforming Public Sector finance by putting finance at the heart of our decision-making.

We do this through building a strong foundation in providing robust financial systems and processes that serve key stakeholders including our pensioners, vendors and the public sector. Our team of accounting professionals work at AGD and are deployed to the public agencies to deliver a wide range of financial and accounting-related services to the Public Service.

Together we play a critical role in helping the Government achieve its fiscal and economic objectives through sound stewardship and governance.