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Today, the attitude of the workforce has changed from just a generation ago. The Public Service has now to interface with an emerging generation of workers with very different demands and expectations of employers. Human resource management programmes are being refined to meet this need. As employment patterns shift from lifetime employment to lifetime employability, the Public Service also faces a shift in the social contract between employer and employee.
Over the years, the system of human resource management has been devolved to be more flexible and responsive. There is now greater flexibility for public sector agencies to decide on terms and conditions of employment, and to promote family-friendly practices such as part-time employment and flexible work arrangements.
The Public Service is committed to developing the capabilities of public officers at all levels to equip them with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to deliver excellent public service. All public officers are entitled to 100 hours of training and development in a year so they can upgrade or acquire new work skills and attend personal enrichment courses.
As the largest employer in Singapore, the Public Service plays a key role in enhancing the employment and employability of older workers. Human resource practices are being refined to cater to mature workers, and a strong emphasis on employability skills training helps to ensure that public officers not only do better at their current job but also have skills to stay employable. |
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