SSOC 2024 unit
Food & Beverage Verified · 21 Mar 202411121
Senior government official
Senior government official plans, organises and controls the activities of a government department, government administrative agency or intergovernmental organisation. He/she advises political leaders or governing body on important policy questions. He/she makes decisions within his/her broad discretionary power and performs other high-level functions in connection with government administration.
Level
unit
Mapped ISCO
1
Source
SingStat
Official data
| Official name | Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSOC 2024) |
| Issuing authority | Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) |
| Tax authority | Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (IRAS) |
| Purpose | Classifies occupations in Singapore for labour statistics, workforce planning, and international reporting. |
| Active version | SSOC 2024 (21 Mar 2024) |
| Hierarchy level | Unit (final leaf, 5-digit) |
| Source | https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic |
| Prior versions | SSIC 2020, SSIC 2015 |
Definition
Senior government official plans, organises and controls the activities of a government department, government administrative agency or intergovernmental organisation. He/she advises political leaders or governing body on important policy questions. He/she makes decisions within his/her broad discretionary power and performs other high-level functions in connection with government administration.
Tasks
No tasks listed.
Examples
Under this unit
• Commissioner of police • Director-general (government) • High commissioner (government) • Permanent secretary (government)
Elsewhere
• Police inspector, see 33551
When you need this code
Job classification
Employers use SSOC for workforce reporting and MOM surveys.
Labour statistics
SingStat collects occupation data for labour force reports.
Immigration
Work pass applications may reference SSOC for skills evaluation.
International reporting
Maps to ISCO-08 for ILOSTAT and cross-country comparisons.
Hierarchy
Correspondence tables
SSOC 2020
- 11121 — Senior government official
ISCO-08
- 1112 — Senior government officials
Compliance risk score
Compliance risk score
Low friction
5 of 6 factors low-risk
- ✅ Verified source ≤90d
- ✅ ISIC mapping available
- ✅ SSIC 2020 migration mapped
- ✅ Full hierarchy chain
- ✅ GST registration applicable
- ⚠️ SFA licence needed?
Step-by-step guide
1. Confirm occupation
Senior government official plans, organises and controls the activities of a government department, government administrative agency or intergovernmental organisation. He/she advises political leaders or governing body on important policy questions. He/she makes decisions within his/her broad discretionary power and performs other high-level functions in connection with government administration.
2. Check classification
Verify this SSOC unit matches the actual job scope and tasks performed by the worker.
3. Report via employer
Employers report SSOC codes in MOM surveys and workforce statistics submissions.
4. Stay updated
SSOC revisions occur periodically. Check SingStat for the current version before classification projects.
Applicable taxes & forms
Personal income tax
Rate: Progressive 0% – 24% progressive
Employers file IR8A for employees. Self-employed file Form B/B1 via myTax Portal annually.
CPF contributions
Employer contributions apply for Singaporean / PR employees. Self-employed contribute to MediSave.
Applicable filings
Form C
myTax Portal · Annual (by 30 Nov for paper, 15 Dec e-file)
Full corporate income tax return for companies. Requires audited/unaudited financial statements.
Form C-S
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplified return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 5M and deriving income taxed at prevailing corporate rate.
Form C-S (Lite)
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplest return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 200K.
Form F5
myTax Portal · Quarterly
GST return. GST-registered businesses must file within 1 month of quarter end.
Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI)
myTax Portal · Within 3 months of FYE
Compulsory for all companies. IRAS issues Notice of Assessment based on ECI.
SFA Licence Application
GoBusiness · Annual renewal
SFA food establishment licence. Must be renewed before expiry.
Related professions
Beverage manufacturer
Produces bottled drinks, juices, or specialty coffee.
Typically needs
SFA food factory licence, HSA for health supplements if functional claims.
Catering business owner
Provides off-premises food service for events.
Typically needs
SFA catering licence, NEA temporary event permits for outdoor events.
Restaurant operator
Runs full-service dining establishment.
Typically needs
SFA food shop licence, NEA cleanliness standards, SCDF fire certificate for public entertainment.
Central kitchen manager
Operates commissary producing food for multiple outlets.
Typically needs
SFA food processing establishment licence, MUIS halal certification.
Food importer
Sources food products from overseas for local distribution.
Typically needs
SFA importer registration, traceability record-keeping, customs permit.
Related codes
Major group
1 LEGISLATORS, SENIOR OFFICIALS AND MANAGERSMinor group
111 LEGISLATORS AND SENIOR OFFICIALSAlphabetical index entries
Frequently asked questions
About this SSOC unit and the Food & Beverage occupational cluster
Is halal certification relevant under this code?
Halal certification by MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura) is voluntary but often essential for businesses serving halal-conscious markets. It is separate from the SSIC classification itself.
What traceability obligations exist for food imports?
SFA requires traceability records for imported food. Importers must register with SFA and maintain records of source, batch, and distribution for each consignment.
Do I need a licence from the Singapore Food Agency?
Most food processing, manufacturing, and retail activities require a licence from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA). The exact licence type depends on whether you import, process, store, or sell food products.
What hygiene and safety standards apply?
SFA enforces food hygiene regulations, including the Environmental Public Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations. Premises must meet layout, sanitation, and temperature-control requirements.
What is SSIC and why does it matter?
The Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC) is the national system for categorising business activities. It is mandatory at ACRA registration and is used by IRAS, MOM, and other government agencies for tax, licensing, statistical, and policy purposes.
Do I need to register with this SSIC code?
Every business entity registered with ACRA must select at least one SSIC code that best describes its principal economic activity. You can declare up to two codes — one primary and one secondary — via BizFile+.
Official sources
What to do next
Data source: Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) (https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic). Occupation data mirrored from SSOC 2024 workbooks. Not the authoritative source.
Last refresh: 21 Mar 2024. Version: SSOC 2024.