Assistant Manager/Manager (2-year contract, renewable - Science Dean's Office)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a candidate to manage Graduate Employability and Industry Relations. Responsibilities include organizing seminars, supporting internship programmes, and coordinating alumni-student networking events. The ideal candidate should possess a degree and several years of experience in relationship building, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. A positive attitude and familiarity with STEM trends are advantageous.

Benefits

Annual variable bonus

Good relationship with industry partners

Qualifications

• Several years of work experience, preferably in a relationship building setting.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Manage Graduate Employability and Industry Relations.
• Provide administrative support for the Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme.
• Organise Alumni-Student Networking events.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Strong verbal communication

Time management

Familiarity with STEM industry trends

Education

Degree holder

Tools

Computer applications

Social media platforms

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The incumbent will support the Student Life and Alumni Relations Section of the Dean’s Office, Faculty of Science (FoS). Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following –

1) Manage Graduate Employability and Industry Relations

- Act as Course Coordinator for SP2401/2 Science & Technology Industry Insights I/II

- Organise the Industrial Seminar Series to build industrial awareness in our Science students

- Organise the Employers’ Appreciation event to maintain good industry relations with our partners

- Conduct Graduate Employment Survey (GES) data analysis for the Faculty overall and for all the individual departments. The combination of the analysis includes internship, overseas exposure and other special educational programmes

- Partner and collaborate with Centre for Future-Ready Graduates (CFG) for all career preparation events for Science students

- Act as the Main Liaison Officer with Industry Research Partners, facilitating and initiating negotiations, to seek opportunities for our Postgraduate Research students

2) Provide administrative support for the Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme (UPIP)

- Manage internship administration and ensure smooth operations of the UPIP processes

3) Provide administrative and logistical support for Alumni-Student Networking events

4) Any other duties as assigned by the Vice Dean

Qualifications/Requirements/Other Info

• Degree holder with several years of work experience, preferably in a relationship building setting

• Familiarity with STEM industry trends, regulations, and best practices will be an advantage

• Ability to build rapport and foster positive relationships with diverse stakeholders

• Skills in negotiation and conflict resolution are valuable

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential

• Strong organisational and time management skills are necessary

• Keen knowledge of computer applications and social media platforms

• A team player with the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines

• Positive attitude with an approachable and pleasant disposition

• Articulate, poised and presentable

- Remuneration is based on a 12-month salary structure, with annual variable bonus which is subject to incumbent’s performance and the University/School’s prevailing remuneration policies.

- The incumbent will be emplaced at an appropriate appointment grade based on his/her individual merits.