Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Government Administration & Politics

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    28 Irrawaddy Road, New Phoenix Park
    ​​​​The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) was set up in 1959 when Singapore attained self-governance. Housed at the Empress Place Building, it remained there until 1963 when Singapore joined the Federation of Malaysia and internal security became a federal responsibility.

    Reviews overview

    4.218 ratings in total
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    Rate salary as high or average
    94%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Singapore Ministry of Home Affairs?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) appreciate the supportive team environment and helpful colleagues and superiors. They value the opportunities to learn new skills through training and on-the-job experience, and find their work to be meaningful and impactful, such as protecting VVIPs and keeping Singapore safe. Some employees also note the good work-life balance and flexibility offered.

    However, there are potential challenges, including high workloads, particularly during busy periods or for certain roles. Employees in frontline roles may need to interact with members of the public, which can be challenging at times. There are also indications of outdated technology being a limitation in some areas, and a few employees feel that opportunities for career progression may be limited compared to the private sector.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Senior Manager
    Sep 2024
    Central Region
    A very good organisation which promotes staff development.
    The good thingsBosses are good and approachable
    The challengesThe nature of my job requires a lot of screen time but is manageable
    4.0
    Software Engineer
    Feb 2022
    5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Competitive Starting pay, but old tech, slow movement
    The good thingsTeam Like a family. Alot of work life balance. Can learn alot by going to courses.
    The challengesold tech, lots of employees settle and not progress. don't have learning attitude. Those who interface with management usually get promoted. Those who are very good at development but don't really have chances to face management, will not be promoted.
    4.0
    Watch Officer / Control Room
    Sep 2021
    Demanding in nature. Oddly weird hours.
    The good thingsWork in teams abd shifts.
    The challengesGoverned by strict Standard of Procedures.
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