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National Council of Social Service

Social Service Fellowship

Recognising our professionals to uplift the social service sector.

Last updated 25 April 2025
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Overview

The Social Service Fellowship is a programme that recognises accomplished social service professionals in the sector and aims to create a vibrant community of leaders dedicated to driving positive change, serving as mentors and inspirations for the next generation of sector leaders.

Eligibility criteria

To apply for the Social Service Fellowship, you have to be a dedicated professional and meet the following criteria:

  • Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident

  • You must be a counsellor, Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC) psychologist, social worker, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, speech therapist, general management representative, or any other professional actively contributing to the social service sector.

  • Have 10 year of current and relevant work experience in the social service or associated sectors, such as healthcare.

Selection criteria

Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects by the Social Service Fellowship Selection Panel, which includes sector leaders and representatives from the Ministry of Social and Family Development and NCSS management. Candidates will be assessed on the following aspects:

  • Level of professional expertise.

  • Impact of past, existing and future contributions to the social service sector.

  • Demonstration of leadership competencies.

Appointment terms and service recognition

Once appointed as a Social Service Fellow for a three-year term, you will play a key role in improving the social service sector through contributing your expertise in areas such as training, mentoring, sector development, or outreach work.

As a Social Service Fellow, you will be recognised as a leader in your field of expertise within the social service sector. In appreciation of your professional expertise and sector-wide contributions, you will also receive:

  • A certificate and a letter of appointment.

  • A Service Recognition Award of S$12,000 at the end of each year of your appointment (subject to fulfilling 80 hours of sector contribution).

How to apply

Applications are currently closed. For any inquiries on the programme, please reach out to us at Social_Service_Fellowship@ncss.gov.sg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please refer to our FAQs page for commonly asked questions about the Social Service Fellowship.