About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Content Writer to create compelling, accurate, and engaging content related to skills development and career health. The role involves crafting clear, informative content whilst maintaining editorial standards and ensuring alignment with SkillsFuture Singapore's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality written content for various platforms, including web articles, guides, and promotional materials focused on jobs and skills content found in the Jobs-Skills Portal ( Home | Jobs-Skills Portal - SkillsFuture SG)
• Transform complex information about jobs and skills, including industry trends, skills frameworks, career pathways, and training programmes into clear, accessible content for diverse audiences
• Conduct thorough research on industry trends, job roles, and skills requirements to ensure content accuracy
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to verify technical information and maintain content integrity
• Perform meticulous copyediting to ensure all materials meet editorial standards and style guidelines
• Create engaging headlines, meta descriptions, and SEO-optimised content
• Review and update existing content to maintain relevance and accuracy
• Work closely with digital teams to optimise content for various platforms and channels

Requirements

• Possess the required competencies to execute the job duties proficiently
• Experience in content writing, preferably in education, career guidance, skills or workforce development
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and content optimisation
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Proven ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
• Strong research and fact-checking skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and high editorial standards
• Experience with content management systems
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Understanding of the Singapore skills framework and SkillsFuture initiatives preferred
• Familiarity with government communication guidelines
• Experience in creating content for different platforms and audiences
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards
• Basic understanding of HTML and digital content formatting

Successful applicants will be offered a one-year contract.

Candidates are encouraged to sign up for a Careers & Skills Passport (CSP) account and include your CSP public profile in your resume. Please check out www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg for details on the CSP.