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2 meanings in Cross-government
The most senior civil servant heading a ministry, accountable for its administration, policy support and organisational performance. Reports to the Minister.
The wider body of officers and organisations serving the Government, including ministries and statutory boards.
A physical Public Service identity or benefits card issued to eligible officers; functions and retention arrangements vary by ministry and employment status.
A Public Service movement focused on service improvement, innovation and organisational change.
Singapore legislation licensing and regulating payment-service providers and designated payment systems.
Legislation allowing Police officers to direct banks to restrict specified facilities when needed to protect a person from an ongoing scam.
PSA International. A global port operator whose Singapore roots lie in the former Port of Singapore Authority.
Awards recognising members of the public who act with civic-mindedness or provide noteworthy assistance to others.
The constitutional body safeguarding merit and integrity in key public-service appointments, promotions, discipline and scholarships.
A digital gateway or system used to access Public Service Commission-related applications, information or transactions.
A network that provides public officers with personalised career guidance and support.
The central agency overseeing public-service workforce policy, leadership development, organisational capability and transformation.
A digital office responsible for developing and supporting technology used in MINDEF people and human-resource services.
A committee reviewing public-sector data-security practices and recommending improvements.
A government-funded account used for approved post-secondary education expenses and loan repayments.
The collective term for institutions providing education after secondary school, including ITE, polytechnics and universities.
An MOE-administered savings scheme whose Post-Secondary Education Accounts help eligible Singaporeans pay for approved post-secondary education and repay government education loans.
A movement that empowers public officers to make a meaningful difference in society through skills-based volunteering.
A grant supporting businesses in adopting pre-approved productivity solutions.
Singapore legislation strengthening governance, accountability and information-sharing across public-sector agencies.
The public-sector domain concerned with infocomm policy, systems, services and professional capability.
Shared digital infrastructure and foundational technology services used across the Public Service.
A challenge or programme encouraging public officers to develop and test innovative solutions.
A forum for public-sector leaders and practitioners to discuss infocomm priorities and developments.
An induction programme introducing new officers to the Public Service, its values and ways of working.
A resource centre supporting infocomm needs and capability development in the people or social sector.
A committee reviewing public-sector ICT strategy, investments, governance or performance.
A seminar for public-sector officers and partners on infocomm developments and practices.
A steering committee providing direction and oversight for public-sector infocomm work.
The leadership system, community or capability for senior roles across the Singapore Public Service.
The national examination taken at the end of primary school.
A central programme that develops officers for sectoral and other senior leadership roles across the Public Service.
A manager responsible for higher-tier, value-added or specialised services offered to selected users or customers.
A development programme for Public Service Commission scholars during the middle of their studies or scholarship journey.
An organisation operating in a people-focused sector such as education, healthcare, social services or workforce development.
An officer responsible for the close protection and personal safety of an assigned individual.
A legal order placing a person under specified police supervision requirements and restrictions.
A fund supporting preschool initiatives that expand access to learning and developmental opportunities.
A person whose political role, influence or connections may require enhanced disclosure, screening or risk controls.
A tool for designing, administering or analysing surveys across the Public Service.
The standard time used in the Pacific time zone of the United States and Canada, at UTC-8.
An Outlook data-file format that can contain email, contacts, calendar items, tasks and locally stored archives.
An alternative name for Philippine Time, the national standard time used in the Philippines at UTC+8.
The continuing effort to improve how the Public Service works, collaborates and delivers better outcomes for people and businesses.
The ongoing effort to improve how the Public Service works and serves the public.
A former public-sector resource-efficiency initiative introduced in 2006 and refreshed as GreenGov.SG in 2021.
A service-wide period of activities recognising public officers and reinforcing shared purpose, values and identity.
A planned post-secondary admissions exercise that will replace several existing exercises from 2028.
The former statutory authority from which the current PSA International traces its roots.
The administrative head of a ministry and a senior career public officer responsible to the Minister.
A centre providing psychological assessment, counselling and mental-health support.
An internal posting or job opportunity circulated within the Public Service Division.