What Is the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in Singapore?
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is the Singaporean government agency responsible for overseeing the country’s labour policies and workforce regulations. Commonly referred to as MOM Singapore, it plays a central role in promoting fair employment practices, protecting workers’ rights, and fostering a progressive and inclusive workplace environment.
MOM formulates and enforces labour legislation, manages work pass applications, and provides resources for employers and employees to ensure compliance with national employment standards. Its various departments and offices offer a wide range of services, and operating hours may vary depending on the specific branch or service required. Visitors are encouraged to check the official MOM website for accurate and up-to-date information.
What Is the Mission and Vision of Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM)?
MOM’s Vision:
Empowered Workforce, Thriving Workplaces
“Empowered Workforce” reflects MOM’s commitment to developing a skilled and resilient local workforce. It aims to equip individuals with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to take ownership of their careers. An empowered workforce is adaptable, productive, and capable of making informed career decisions to seize opportunities and drive sustainable income growth.
“Thriving Workplaces” reflects MOM’s vision to foster dynamic and inclusive work environments in collaboration with employers and unions. These workplaces aim to ensure that workers are safe, respected, and motivated, while maximising workforce productivity and enabling meaningful participation across all levels of the labour force.
MOM’s Mission:
Empower Singaporeans
- Provide training, resources, and support.
- Help individuals adapt to economic and job market shifts.
- Enable access to quality jobs, income growth, and secure retirement.
Promote Safe, Fair & Progressive Workplaces
- Collaborate with employers, workers, and unions.
- Uphold workplace safety, fairness, and inclusivity.
- Encourage progressive employment practices.
Enable Business Growth & Job Creation
- Support a skilled and balanced local-foreign workforce.
- Keep Singapore attractive to global investors.
- Help businesses generate quality jobs for locals.
Strengthen Tripartite Collaboration
- Foster partnerships between government, employers, and unions.
- Promote inclusive manpower policies for shared progress.
Long-Term Goal:
To strengthen Singapore’s economic core by aligning workforce development with national growth priorities and global trends.
What Are the Core Values of MOM?
MOM has four shared values that guide behaviours and actions to build a stronger workforce and a great workplace in Singapore. These values are:
- People-centredness – MOM succeeds by placing people at the heart of their work and realises success through our people.
- Professionalism – MOM conducts itself professionally and serves with integrity.
- Teamwork – MOM succeeds through teamwork. Together, their whole is greater than the sum of their parts.
- Passion for Progress – MOM is passionate about seeking progress as individuals and as an organisation.
Which Principles Guide MOM’s Work?
MOM also adheres to the H.E.A.R.T. principles in delivering services to its customers and stakeholders.
What does H.E.A.R.T. stand for? What MOM believes in:
- (H)EAR them out – MOM listens to, understands and engages their customers and stakeholders.
- Make it (E)asy – Simplifying their policies and processes to make it easy to understand.
- (A)nticipate their needs – Anticipating and making continuous improvements to meet the needs of their customers and stakeholders.
- (R)espect every individual – MOM accords respect to everyone who interacts with them.
- Be (T)imely – MOM strives to meet the service standard and promises made continually.
Currently, MOM oversees 15 divisions and 3 statutory boards. The 3 statutory boards are the:
- Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board
- Singapore Labour Foundation (SLF)
- Workforce Singapore (WSG)
The 15 divisions include:
| Assurance, Care and Engagement (ACE) Group | Communications and Engagement Department
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| Corporate Planning and Management Department | Workplace Policy and Strategy Division |
| Manpower Planning and Policy Division | Manpower Research and Statistics Department |
| Foreign Manpower Management Division | Occupational Safety and Health Division |
| Income Security Policy Department | National Human Resources Division |
| International Manpower Division | Work Pass Division |
| Labour Relations and Workplaces Division | Legal Services Department |
| Customer Responsiveness Department |
Why Choose 3E Accounting?
As the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) continues to shape policies that support a robust workforce and a thriving business environment, companies must align with its frameworks to effectively navigate Singapore’s regulatory landscape.
3E Accounting offers expert guidance to help businesses seamlessly manage MOM requirements, from securing work passes to ensuring full regulatory compliance. With our professional support, companies can confidently expand or operate in Singapore while focusing on their core business goals.
