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Expect questions on building maritime talent pipelines, partnering with training institutions, measuring workforce outcomes, and aligning manpower initiatives with port competitiveness and safety. Prepare examples of programme delivery, stakeholder negotiation, and policy-to-implementation work.
Strong fit if you want public-service impact on Singapore’s maritime workforce rather than pure commercial HR. Best for candidates who enjoy education policy, manpower planning, and multi-stakeholder delivery in a regulated port environment.
As Assistant/Manager/Senior Manager for Education & Manpower Development (Workforce) at MPA, you would shape maritime workforce pipelines: programmes with training partners, policy and capability frameworks, stakeholder work with industry and institutes, and reporting on manpower outcomes that support Singapore’s port and shipping ecosystem.
Useful foundations: workforce planning, public-sector programme design, stakeholder management, and familiarity with maritime or technical education pathways. No specific certification list or costs are provided for this listing.
No. The listing is for Singapore with remote set to off; expect work based in Singapore.
MPA is Singapore’s maritime and port statutory board under the Ministry of Transport, established in 1996.
Recent MPA news highlights maritime education partnerships (e.g. with the World Maritime University), so workforce and leadership development is a live priority for the agency.
Website: mpa.gov.sg
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Transport of the Government of Singapore.
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Asst Mgr/Mgr/Sr Mgr (Edu & Manpower Dev-Workforce)Maritime and Port Authority of SingaporeSingapore What This Role Involves The Education & Manpower Development (E&MD) team oversees policies and programmes aimed at building a skilled workforce that will shape Singapore’s cultural development. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to support the professional growth of individuals in the arts sector, including manpower planning and research on the arts workforce. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Developing and executing policies for education and manpower development in the arts sector Conducting research on the arts workforce to inform strategic directions Overseeing programmes that enhance the skills and competencies of the arts community Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of initiatives Who We're Looking For Strong understanding of the arts sector in Singapore Experience in workforce development or related fields Excellent research and analytical skills Proven ability to lead and manage projects effectively Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities Effective communication and interpersonal skills About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is a key agency responsible for the development, management, and maintenance of Singapore’s port and maritime industry. The E&MD team plays a crucial role in ensuring that the arts workforce is well-equipped to meet the demands of the evolving cultural landscape. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Please ensure all required information and documents are included in your submission.
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