Syazwan Zainal Shah

Mentor

Headline:

A passionate and inquisitive learner

Programmes:

Psychology
School of Social Sciences

Summary

I am a highly driven and inquisitive individual who is passionate about personal and professional development. My interest lies in public policy, current affairs and the special needs community. This led me to pursue a career in the public service.

Currently, I am in the master planning team in the Ministry of Social and Family Development. In this role, I look into the planning of the envisioned structure of services and providers in the social service sector. I also engage internal and external stakeholders to achieve the longer term vision of the sector.

During my free time, I enjoy reading and volunteering with the Youth Corps Singapore Special Needs Cluster, where we organise activities to raise awareness and advocate for people with disabilities.

Featured Skills

Critical Thinking Public Policy

Work Experience

Policy Officer Jul 2023 - Present

Ministry of Social and Family Development Singapore

• Selected for appointment to the Public Service Leadership Programme (PSLP), a talent development programme that develops talented and capable individuals for key leadership positions within the Public Service

• Work with stakeholders to review services planning frameworks and timelines

• Plan for the long-term structure of services and key service providers

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology (Psychology) Aug 2019 - May 2023

Nanyang Technological University Singapore

Grade: Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology with Honours (Distinction)

Activities and societies: NTU Welfare Services Club Regular Service Project (Deaf Community) | United Nations Student Association | NTU Muslim SocietyActivities and societies: NTU Welfare Services Club Regular Service Project (Deaf Community) | United Nations Student Association | NTU Muslim Society

Activities and Interest Groups:

• Welfare Services Club Vice-President 2021-2022

• Welfare Services Club Regular Service Project (Deaf Community) Chairperson 2020-2021

• Student Leadership Development Programme (SLDP) 2020-2021

• United Nations Student Association Group IC 2019-2020

• NTU Muslim Society Eleven Magazine Editor 2019-2020

Other Skills

Policy Government Policy Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Public Sector Strategic Planning Strategic Communications Policy Government Policy Analysis Public Sector Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Thinking Strategic Planning Strategic Communications

Q&A with Syazwan Zainal Shah

How do you effectively manage your work?

Syazwan Zainal Shah

A passionate and inquisitive learner

It is important to prioritise work based on how urgent and important it is, while taking care of your wellbeing.

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What achievements in your career are you most proud of?

Syazwan Zainal Shah

A passionate and inquisitive learner

I am happy and honoured to be appointed to the Public Service Leadership Programme where I am exposed to many opportunities to grow and learn in the public sector.