2022 - Present
In 2022, Workforce Singapore (WSG) launched the Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) to assist in companies in hiring and reskilling mid-career switchers.
Workforce Advancement Federation (WAF) was appointed as a Programme Manager with the responsibility of supporting companies through the registration process, guiding them in hiring and reselling new professionals, securing government salary support, and providing necessary workshops or information, WAF currently administers three CCPs,
CCP for SME Professionals
CCP for Professional Executives
CCP for Biomedical Manufacturing Industry
2018 - 2020
In 2018, WAF further expanded its role as a change agent for SMEs by partnering with WSG to become the Programme Manager for Design Thinking Manpower Lean Programme. This initiative trained SMEs in design thinking skills, helping companies to develop and implement innovation projects.
2017 - 2022
Further solidifying its role in SME development, WAF was appointed by Workforce Singapore (WSG) as the Programme Manager for the P-Max Programme, which helps SMEs recruit, train, manage, and retain newly hired Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians (PMETs), while also promoting progressive HR practices.
Since WAF's involvement, more than 1,200 SMEs have been supported through this initiative.
2016 - 2018
WAF was appointed Programme Manager for the SME Workplace Health Package by the Health Promotion Board (HPB), facilitating the adoption of co-funded health programs that benefited over 3,000 employees in one year.
In 2017, WAF was again appointed by HPB as the Programme Manager for the SME Health+ Scheme, which provides SMEs with streamlined access to cost- effective, impactful health programs, 70% of which are co-funded by HPB.
Over the subsequent two years, this initiative positively impacted over 22,000 employees from more than 1,100 companies.
2016 - 2017
Recognised for its expertise, WAF was appointed as a Lean Enterprise Development (LED) Multiplier by Enterprise Singapore's LED Taskforce to promote manpower-lean solutions among SMEs. WAF developed a software application to enhance workforce capability and streamline site inspection and sales operations, benefiting 100 companies in the Interior Design industry.
To further assist companies in enhancing productivity and develop in-house productivity champions, the Workforce Advancement Federation (WAF) partnered with the Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) to offer OmniMethodologyTM training. This equips participants with the skills to drive productivity improvements and continuously optimise operations.
2015
Workforce Advancement Federation (WAF) was officially founded in 2015, having its official launch via a summit on 16 July.
Since its inception, WAF has actively hosted events to foster networking and facilitate the exchange of best business practices.
