GovTech lets go of 38 staff members in second round of layoffs
This was the second of three rounds of retrenchments announced in July this year, as GovTech seeks to let go of 7 to 9 per cent of its workforce amid a transition to a new operating model.
Singapore's Government Technology Agency (GovTech) announced on Thursday that it has completed the second round of layoffs, part of a broader effort to reduce its workforce. The agency confirmed that 38 staff members will be leaving in this phase, with roles primarily focused on traditional project delivery. GovTech prioritized retention, retraining, and redeployment wherever possible, with 106 officers retaining their current positions and another 106 eligible for conversion and apprenticeship pathways to new roles.
The company acknowledged that these changes were difficult for those affected and would provide support through career coaching, job matching, and placement assistance. The layoffs are part of GovTech's plan to transition to a new operating model and let go of about 7 to 9 percent of its workforce over two years, affecting staff from 23 government agencies.
The final round of layoffs is expected to occur in mid-2027, with this being the second of three rounds.
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