SG60: CDC to lead the government’s new job-matching initiative

They will help match job seekers with roles near their homes, says PM Wong.

A new job-matching initiative will be introduced “at the town level”, led by the Community Development Councils (CDCs), according to Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the National Day Rally on 17 August.

As the CDCs already have strong networks with local merchants, SMEs, and community partners, they are “well-placed” to match job seekers with vacancies, particularly those who prefer working closer to home, Wong said.

Details will be shared by the respective mayors soon.

Wong also said the government is stepping up job-matching services by bringing more career fairs directly into our tertiary institutions.

This will help fresh graduates explore career possibilities and connect early with employers.