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1. The Public Service Star (Bar) conferred by the President of…
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District Councillor and Chairman of Finance Committee
Central Singapore Community Development Council
- Present 22 years
The Council led by the Mayor of Central Singapore District works in close partnership with government and commercial agencies, schools, grassroots and voluntary organisations, and serves about 1 million residents living in the Central Singapore District.
The Finance Committee is responsible for providing strategic directions to the Council in the finance realm and developing internal capabilities in the areas of treasury and outcome…The Council led by the Mayor of Central Singapore District works in close partnership with government and commercial agencies, schools, grassroots and voluntary organisations, and serves about 1 million residents living in the Central Singapore District.
The Finance Committee is responsible for providing strategic directions to the Council in the finance realm and developing internal capabilities in the areas of treasury and outcome measurement.
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Vice President
Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA)
- Present 15 years
Education
Sarjit presently serves as the Vice-President of SINDA since his appointment by the Board of Trustees at SINDA AGM on 17 May 2021.
Sarjit also concurrently serves on SINDA Personnel Committee which comprises of the President of SINDA and the Key Appointment Holders.
He is also the Adviser to the Sinda Youth Club (SYC) and a member of SINDA’s Audit Review Committee.
SINDA was instituted by the Singapore government in August 1991 to uplift educational aspirations and…Sarjit presently serves as the Vice-President of SINDA since his appointment by the Board of Trustees at SINDA AGM on 17 May 2021.
Sarjit also concurrently serves on SINDA Personnel Committee which comprises of the President of SINDA and the Key Appointment Holders.
He is also the Adviser to the Sinda Youth Club (SYC) and a member of SINDA’s Audit Review Committee.
SINDA was instituted by the Singapore government in August 1991 to uplift educational aspirations and strengthen social resilience in the Singapore Indian community.
Sarjit was appointed to the Resource Panel of SINDA in 2009 before taking on a role as a Key Appointment Holder at SINDA.
In his previous role as Honorary Secretary, Sarjit was a key member of the SINDA team to win the inaugural “2013 Special Commendation Award for Corporate Governance Policies and Strong Management” which was conferred by the Charity Council, Singapore.
More recently, SINDA was the winner of the Charity Transparency Award 2022, conferred by the Charity Council, Singapore.
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Chairman of Audit and Risk Management Committee
Jurong-Clementi Town Council
- Present 4 years 2 months
With seven divisions, Bukit Batok, Bukit Batok East, Clementi, Jurong Central, Jurong Spring, Taman Jurong and Yuhua, the Town Council oversees over 83,000 residential and commercial units.
Jurong-Clementi Town Council strives to create a conducive and inclusive environment for the community, where residents can enjoy facilities, open spaces and feel truly like home. -
Board Member
OnePeople.sg
- Present 7 years 3 months
OnePeople.sg (OPSG) was launched by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in May 2007 as a national body that champions racial harmony initiatives in Singapore.
It aims to facilitate deeper understanding of race relations through various youth-driven initiatives and community engagement programmes.
I serve as the representative of Central Singapore Community Development Council (CS CDC) on the OPSG Management Committee.
In the uncertain, complex and often volatile global…OnePeople.sg (OPSG) was launched by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in May 2007 as a national body that champions racial harmony initiatives in Singapore.
It aims to facilitate deeper understanding of race relations through various youth-driven initiatives and community engagement programmes.
I serve as the representative of Central Singapore Community Development Council (CS CDC) on the OPSG Management Committee.
In the uncertain, complex and often volatile global environment we live in, our diversity can be our greatest strength. To preserve the peace we enjoy now, we must continue to build strong bonds of trust, friendship, understanding, and work hard to remain an inclusive society that welcomes and appreciates all, regardless of race, language or religion. This is the promise Singapore stands for. -
Singapore Committee on the Future Economy - Legal and Accounting Services Working Group
Singapore Committee on the Future Economy - Growth Industries and Markets
- 1 year 3 months
Economic Empowerment
Sarjit is appointed by the Singapore government as a member of the Committee on the Future Economy - Working Group on Legal and Accounting Services. The Committee will formulate strategies to develop a vibrant and competitive legal and accounting services sector for Singapore.
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Honorary Treasurer, Executive Committee and Council Member
Football Association of Singapore
- 6 years
Sarjit also concurrently serves as the Chairman of the Administration and Finance Committee at the Football Association of Singapore (FAS).
Sarjit has since initiated various projects to successfully improve financial governance, accountability and results at FAS during the past five years. FAS was the winner of the Singapore Charity Transparency Awards in 2016.
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Industry Advisory Committee
Singapore Institute of Technology
- Present 5 years 1 month
Education
The SIT Accountancy undergraduate degree programme is designed to be industry-focused and practice-oriented.
The Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) provides feedback and advice concerning the development, maintenance and stakeholder acceptance to the Accountancy programme. The IAC consist of esteemed individuals who are in senior leadership positions in their respective organisations. -
Chair (2023) CA ANZ Singapore Overseas Regional Council
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
- 2 years 1 month
The CA ANZ Regional Council supports its members to make a difference in the communities they work and live in, and is committed to advancing the profession and advocating for the public good.
Sarjit served as the Vice Chair of the Council during his first one year term in 2022. He now serves as the Chair effective 1 January 2023. -
Board of Advisors
Nanyang Technological University Investment Interactive Club
- Present 14 years
Education
Nanyang Technological University Investment Interactive Club (NTU-IIC) is the largest student finance society in Singapore with over 3,500 members. The mission of NTU-IIC is to promote and develop students’ interest in financial markets, hone their practical investing skills and strategies, and to foster a closer interaction between NTU and the financial community.
It was set up in response to the Singapore government's call for initiatives to develop a vibrant investing community.…Nanyang Technological University Investment Interactive Club (NTU-IIC) is the largest student finance society in Singapore with over 3,500 members. The mission of NTU-IIC is to promote and develop students’ interest in financial markets, hone their practical investing skills and strategies, and to foster a closer interaction between NTU and the financial community.
It was set up in response to the Singapore government's call for initiatives to develop a vibrant investing community.
Sarjit was appointed to the Board of Advisors of NTU-IIC to help share his experience and provide insights and guidance to the club’s executive committee. -
CPF Life
National Longevity Insurance Committee
- 1 year
Economic Empowerment
Sarjit was appointed by the Singapore government to help strengthen the Central Provident Fund (CPF) system. The Committee’s proposals which included the set up of the ‘CPF Life’ scheme were adopted by the Singapore government and have received wide support from all Singaporeans.
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Government Representative
Sikh Advisory Board, Singapore
- 6 years 1 month
Sarjit currently serves as the Minister's Appointee on the Sikh Advisory Board, Singapore 🇸🇬
The Sikh Advisory Board was started by the British before the second world war to advise the Singapore Government on matters concerning the Sikh religion, customs and general welfare of the Sikh community. Today, it comprises 15 members, 11 from the 7 Sikh temples in Singapore and 4 nominated by the Singapore Government. -
President of The Nanyang Business School Alumni Association
Nanyang Business School, NTU
- 10 years
Education
Honors & Awards
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The Public Service Star (Bar)
President of the Republic of Singapore
The Public Service Star (Bar), also known as the Bintang Bakti Masyarakat (Lintang), i.e. BBM(L) is a national honour conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore to those who make significant contributions after being awarded the Public Service Star (Bintang Bakti Masyarakat).
Instituted in 1963, the Public Service Star is conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore to persons who have rendered valuable public service to the people of Singapore, or who has…The Public Service Star (Bar), also known as the Bintang Bakti Masyarakat (Lintang), i.e. BBM(L) is a national honour conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore to those who make significant contributions after being awarded the Public Service Star (Bintang Bakti Masyarakat).
Instituted in 1963, the Public Service Star is conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore to persons who have rendered valuable public service to the people of Singapore, or who has distinguished himself or herself in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions and the labour movement. -
SkillsFuture Fellowship Award, presented by the President of the Republic of Singapore
The President of the Republic of Singapore
Singapore’s highest skills award for individuals.
Presented by the President of the Republic of Singapore, the SkillsFuture Fellowships honour individuals as masters of skills and mentors of future talent.
Our actions must inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more.
https://www.skillsfuture.sg/fellowships/b19
In the News:
1. Institute of Singapore Chartered…Singapore’s highest skills award for individuals.
Presented by the President of the Republic of Singapore, the SkillsFuture Fellowships honour individuals as masters of skills and mentors of future talent.
Our actions must inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more.
https://www.skillsfuture.sg/fellowships/b19
In the News:
1. Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
https://www.facebook.com/ISCA.Official/photos/a.116436311708297/2598584850160085/?type=3
2. Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Second Minister for Finance and Education - FB post
https://www.facebook.com/100001861288235/posts/3057212164350796/?d=n
3. Asia Samachar
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SG50 Recognition in 'Singapore at 50: 50 Sikhs and Singapore’s Nation-Building’
Presented by the Prime Minister of Singapore
As part of SG50, the Sikh community commemorated and celebrated this milestone with the publication of the ‘Singapore at 50: 50 Sikhs and Singapore’s Nation-Building’ coffee-table book.
Sarjit was nominated by the members of the Singapore Sikh Community. He was subsequently selected by an independent panel of evaluators appointed by the Young Sikh Association (Singapore) to be featured in this milesetone publication in recognition of his distinguished contributions to Singapore's 50…As part of SG50, the Sikh community commemorated and celebrated this milestone with the publication of the ‘Singapore at 50: 50 Sikhs and Singapore’s Nation-Building’ coffee-table book.
Sarjit was nominated by the members of the Singapore Sikh Community. He was subsequently selected by an independent panel of evaluators appointed by the Young Sikh Association (Singapore) to be featured in this milesetone publication in recognition of his distinguished contributions to Singapore's 50 years of nation building.
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Nanyang Alumni Achievement Award
Nanyang Technological University
This award is conferred to graduates of the Nanyang Technological University who have risen to a national level for their outstanding and sustained achievements in their professional career.
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The Public Service Star (BBM)
The President of the Republic of Singapore
The Public Service Star (Bintang Bakti Masyarakat), instituted in 1963, is awarded by the President of the Republic of Singapore to a person who has rendered valuable public service to the people of Singapore and/or distinguished himself in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions and the labour movement.
http://www.pmo.gov.sg/nationaldayawards/informationonmedals/public-service-star-bintang-bakti-masyarakat -
The Public Service Medal (PBM)
The President of the Republic of Singapore
The Medal, instituted in 1973 is awarded by the President of the Republic of Singapore to a person who has rendered commendable public service in Singapore or for his achievement in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions and the labour movement.
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Nanyang Alumni Service Award
Nanyang Technological University
This award is to recognise alumni who have rendered outstanding services to the University and whose dedication and volunteer commitments through alumni clubs/associations and in the University's programmes/activities have significantly enriched the University.
http://ebook.ntu.edu.sg/2006-nanyang-alumni-awards-citation-booklet.html
Organizations
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Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
Member of the Global Talent Programme Taskforce
- PresentSarjit is appointed by the Institute's Council to serve on the ISCA Global Talent Programme (GTP) Taskforce, which aims to inspire talents from across the world to join the accountancy sector. The GTP will expose undergraduates to a full suite of career opportunities through visits with Singapore companies, accounting firms and government agencies, where they will interact with industry leaders to gain insights and learn industry knowledge. Through the business study programme, over 300…
Sarjit is appointed by the Institute's Council to serve on the ISCA Global Talent Programme (GTP) Taskforce, which aims to inspire talents from across the world to join the accountancy sector. The GTP will expose undergraduates to a full suite of career opportunities through visits with Singapore companies, accounting firms and government agencies, where they will interact with industry leaders to gain insights and learn industry knowledge. Through the business study programme, over 300 participants over the next 3 to 5 years will work on a realistic key business or sector problem statement.
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Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA)
Member of the Investigation and Disciplinary Panel
- PresentSarjit is appointed by the Institute's Council to serve on the ISCA Investigation and Disciplinary Panel. The Panel comprises members of the Institute and Lay Persons from which the respective Investigation Committee, Disciplinary Committee and Appeal Committee are formed. Members of the Panel will be called upon to serve on any of these Committees from time to time to review, hear and determine complaints against members of the Institute. Sarjit has served as Chairman of the Investigation…
Sarjit is appointed by the Institute's Council to serve on the ISCA Investigation and Disciplinary Panel. The Panel comprises members of the Institute and Lay Persons from which the respective Investigation Committee, Disciplinary Committee and Appeal Committee are formed. Members of the Panel will be called upon to serve on any of these Committees from time to time to review, hear and determine complaints against members of the Institute. Sarjit has served as Chairman of the Investigation Committee and Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee on various cases when called upon to serve by the Institute.
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Singapore Accountancy Commission (SAC)
Chairman of the Singapore Chartered Accountants Qualification Learning & Assessment Committee - Foundation Programme
- PresentThe Singapore Chartered Accountants Qualification Learning and Assessment Committee - Foundation Programme was established to provide ongoing oversight of governance and operations of learning and assessment issues of the Singapore CA Qualification - Foundation Programme. Sarjit also served as the Master Facilitator for the Singapore CA Qualification Programme - Business Value, Governance and Risk Module when the module was first conceptualised in 2013 to 2015. Sarjit was also appointed as…
The Singapore Chartered Accountants Qualification Learning and Assessment Committee - Foundation Programme was established to provide ongoing oversight of governance and operations of learning and assessment issues of the Singapore CA Qualification - Foundation Programme. Sarjit also served as the Master Facilitator for the Singapore CA Qualification Programme - Business Value, Governance and Risk Module when the module was first conceptualised in 2013 to 2015. Sarjit was also appointed as the Technical Reviewer for the Singapore CA Ethics and Professionalism Module.
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Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA)
Board of Education and Examiners
-Sarjit serves on the Board that is responsible for the approval of policies, guidelines and procedures developed by ISCA Examinations and Qualification Division for the ISCA Professional Examinations, relating to examination administration, accreditation of academic programmes and programme admission.
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