Investigation: MHA Probes Job Listings Linked to Ngee Ann Poly’s Communist Youth

In a bizarre twist that has left many scratching their heads, authorities in Singapore are diving deep into a peculiar job listing saga on LinkedIn. These listings, allegedly tied to a faction of the Communist Party of China and its youth arm, the Communist Youth League, have raised eyebrows and sparked concerns.

As reported, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is on the case, having received police reports regarding the situation. The job ads appeared on December 20, flaunting titles such as party branch secretary and deputy branch secretary for what was claimed to be a branch at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. But before anyone could hit “apply,” the listings vanished!

For a little background, the Communist Youth League of China (中国共产主义青年团) is meant to be the vibrant youth wing of the Communist Party. However, the legitimacy of these job postings is under serious scrutiny.

The MHA has made it clear: Singapore will not stand for any foreign political agendas infiltrating its shores. “Visitors, students, workers, or residents in Singapore should refrain from pushing their political activities here. We will take strong action against anyone who attempts to do so,” the ministry stated.

A representative from Ngee Ann Polytechnic was quick to clarify that the institution has no ties to any political parties. They’ve reported the dubious job postings to LinkedIn and requested their removal.

Adding to the intrigue, the Chinese embassy in Singapore weighed in, asserting that one of the organizations mentioned in the listings doesn’t even exist in China. “This information is pure fiction—completely unreliable,” they declared.

The job ads didn’t last long—one disappeared from view by December 21, while the other was gone by December 22. Interestingly, at 2 PM on December 21, each posting had attracted at least four hopeful applicants. By December 23, even the LinkedIn account behind these listings had been shut down.

Examining the account’s history reveals a puzzling pattern. Its only activity prior to this incident was those two Singapore job listings and a lone post from about a week prior. Curiously, there had also been other job offerings related to positions in Changsha, a city in China’s Hunan province.

The details within the job descriptions were equally eyebrow-raising, calling for candidates to promote the party’s ideology and expand its reach overseas. Applicants would need to prove their party affiliation to be considered, along with holding at least a bachelor’s degree—preferably in education or management. The listings emphasized the need for strong communication skills, teamwork, and a good grasp of Singapore’s education system and the Chinese community’s activities.

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