The JR+ Grant: redesign jobs, build capability and transform your workforce with up to 70% funding
The SkillsFuture Workforce Development Grant (Job Redesign+), or WDG(JR+), helps Singapore companies rethink roles, upskill managers and adopt workforce technology. Understand how it works, check your eligibility and plan a project that is ready to apply.
Administered with the support of Anchor Programme Partners SBF and SNEF. GST is not a supportable cost.
What is the JR+ Grant?
The SkillsFuture Workforce Development Grant (Job Redesign+), commonly called WDG(JR+) or the JR+ grant, is a Singapore Government grant that funds comprehensive workforce transformation. It goes beyond traditional job redesign consultancy by also supporting capability building for line managers and HR teams, and the adoption of workforce technology tools.
WDG(JR+) is one of three measures under the Enterprise Workforce Transformation Package (EWTP), announced at the Committee of Supply 2025. The Government has set aside over S$400 million for the EWTP. WDG(JR+) was launched in March 2026, replaces the job redesign support previously offered under PSG-JR (which ended on 31 December 2025), and is overseen by the Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA).
What is job redesign?
Job redesign is the restructuring of work tasks, processes and responsibilities so that people, technology and workflows work together more effectively. It is not simply about cutting headcount or adding software. Done well, it makes jobs more productive and more attractive, which helps companies hire and retain good people.
Three fundable components, one overall cap
SMEs receive up to 70% and non-SMEs up to 50% of qualifying costs, capped at S$150,000 per enterprise. Eligible companies can apply more than once within that cap.
Workforce Consultancy
End-to-end advisory from a pre-approved consultant, from the initial business diagnosis through to an implementation plan.
- Business needs and AI readiness assessment
- Human capital and career health review
- Workforce strategy and role redesign
- Fractionalisation of jobs to optimise the workforce
- Tailored implementation plan
Capability Building Initiatives
Build in-house expertise. Engage pre-approved consultants or external HR professionals for onsite support, mentorship and training of line managers and HR teams.
- A job redesign framework in place
- Stronger internal capabilities
- Better workforce planning
- Clearer career progression for employees
Workforce Tech Solutions
Adopt diagnostic tools and learning and development systems that support data-driven workforce planning.
- Workforce analytics platforms
- Skills diagnostic and gap analysis tools
- L&D systems and AI-infused HR tech
WDG(JR+) compared with PSG-JR
WDG(JR+) raises funding levels, multiplies the cap fivefold and widens scope beyond consultancy. Companies that used PSG-JR before can still apply, provided the new project scope and redesigned job roles are different.
| PSG-JR ended 31 Dec 2025 | WDG(JR+) from March 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Funding for SMEs | Up to 50% | Up to 70% |
| Funding for non-SMEs | Up to 30% | Up to 50% |
| Funding cap | S$30,000 per enterprise | S$150,000 per enterprise |
| Scope | Job redesign consultancy | Consultancy, capability building and workforce tech |
Who can apply?
Your company must
- Be registered or incorporated, and operating, in Singapore
- Employ at least three local employees (Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents)
At the point of application, it must not have
- Made any payment for job redesign-related consultancy services; or
- Signed a contract or purchase order for job redesign or workforce-related consultancy, with a pre-approved consultant or any third party
The rule most often overlooked: committing to a consultant before your application is submitted can make the project ineligible. Obtain a proposal and quotation first, apply, and only sign once you have the go-ahead. Funding rates differ for SMEs and non-SMEs, so confirm your SME status when you prepare your application.
How the nett fee payment model works
You do not have to pay the full project cost and wait for a reimbursement claim.
Reduce costs further with the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit
Companies with at least three resident employees receive a fresh S$10,000 credit in an online wallet. For WDG(JR+), it can offset up to 90% of the out-of-pocket cost. Official example:
Simplified calculation excluding GST, which is not supportable. The current SFEC remains available under existing guidelines until 30 November 2026.
The application journey, step by step
Identify the business need
Clarify what is changing, which roles are affected and the outcomes you want.
Seek advisory support
SBF and SNEF, the Anchor Programme Partners, offer workforce transformation advisory at no cost.
Approach a pre-approved consultant
Request a project proposal and cost quotation from the official panel. Every application needs both.
Apply before committing
Submit without signing a contract or making any payment.
Implement the project
Once approved, pay your co-funding portion and work through the agreed milestones.
Complete milestones
The grant is disbursed to the consultant after milestones are met and documents submitted.
From 30 September 2026, WDG(JR+) can also be discovered on the Government's BizSG portal. Always refer to the SWDA website for the latest application details.
How WDG(JR+) fits with other grants
Workforce transformation works best when it is aligned with enterprise transformation. As a general principle, the same cost should not be claimed under more than one grant.
Company Training Committee (CTC) Grant
Complementary but distinct. WDG(JR+) is broad-based; CTC takes a high-touch approach through company training committees that co-design tailored projects.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
Can offset out-of-pocket costs for WDG(JR+) projects from 1 December 2026.
EDGE Grant
Supports the enterprise side of transformation. EDGE replaced EDG, MRA and PSG for new applications from 30 September 2026. Note that the SFEC cannot be used with EDGE.
Where JR+ can make a difference
These scenarios are illustrative. Actual scope is defined in the consultant's proposal and is subject to approval.
Manufacturing
A plant introducing automation redesigns operator roles into technician and supervisory roles, trains line managers to coach their teams and adopts a skills gap tool.
Logistics
A distribution company with manual hand-offs redesigns workflows and roles, reducing duplication and creating clearer progression for frontline staff.
Retail and F&B
A business facing high turnover redesigns jobs to be more varied and rewarding, and equips outlet managers to drive continuous improvement.
Professional services
A firm adopting AI tools assesses its AI readiness, redesigns analyst and support roles and uses workforce analytics to track capability development.
We connect the people side of change to the business change itself
ContentFactory is a Singapore management consultancy that integrates digital transformation, process redesign and Singapore Government grant advisory for SMEs. Job redesign rarely happens in isolation; it is usually the people side of a wider change in processes, systems or markets.
Workforce Consultancy under WDG(JR+) must be delivered by a consultant on the official pre-approved panel. We guide you through that requirement transparently and keep your project aligned with the grant's rules from the outset.
Readiness and scoping
Define the business problem, the roles affected and the outcomes you want before you approach a consultant.
Enterprise and workforce alignment
Plan process, technology and job changes together.
Digital Transformation & Process Redesign →Grant strategy
Map how WDG(JR+) works alongside EDGE, CTC and the SFEC, and avoid double-claiming.
Singapore Government Grant Consulting →Change management
Help your teams adopt new ways of working with minimal disruption.
Change Management and Training →Documentation and compliance
Keep milestone evidence and records in order for smooth disbursement.
Post-Approval Audit and Compliance →Not sure where to start?
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Frequently asked questions
What does JR+ stand for?+
Job Redesign+. The full name is the SkillsFuture Workforce Development Grant (Job Redesign+), or WDG(JR+). The "+" reflects its expanded scope beyond job redesign consultancy.
How much funding can my company receive?+
SMEs can receive up to 70% of qualifying costs and non-SMEs up to 50%, capped at S$150,000 per enterprise across all applications.
Can we apply more than once?+
Yes. Eligible companies can tap on the grant multiple times, within the overall cap of S$150,000 per company.
Can we apply only for HR software?+
No. Workforce Tech Solutions must be combined with Workforce Consultancy, Capability Building Initiatives, or both.
We used PSG-JR before. Can we still apply?+
Yes, as long as the new project scope and the redesigned job roles are different from your previous PSG-JR project.
Who can deliver the work?+
Workforce Consultancy must be delivered by a pre-approved consultant. Capability Building can be delivered by pre-approved consultants or external HR professionals. Every application needs a proposal and quotation from a pre-approved consultant.
Do we pay the full cost upfront?+
No. Under the nett fee model you pay only your co-funding portion. The grant is paid directly to the consultant by the Anchor Programme Partner after milestones are completed.
Is there a cost for advice from SBF or SNEF?+
No. Workforce transformation advisory from the Anchor Programme Partners is provided at no cost to enterprises.
Ready to plan your JR+ project?
A well-scoped project is the foundation of a successful application. Speak to ContentFactory before you commit to any consultant or payment.
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