Assistant Manager

Malaysian Institute of Accountants; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional body in accountancy seeks a Managerial and Secretariat Support role in Kuala Lumpur. The candidate will manage research administration and coordinate outreach initiatives for the Malaysian Accountancy Research and Education Foundation. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and minimum three years of experience in research or grant management. Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to vital research efforts in the accountancy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant working experience in research administration or grant management.
• Experience in project management or non-profit organizations preferred.
• Excellent command of English in both written and verbal forms.

Responsibilities

• Provide managerial support to MAREF and manage the research administration.
• Coordinate key programmes and outreach initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and oversee daily operations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related disciplines

Job description

Malaysian Institute of Accountants – Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

This role is responsible for providing managerial and secretariat support to Malaysian Accountancy Research and Education Foundation (MAREF). The job scope includes managing research administration and the research grant lifecycle, coordinating key programmes and outreach initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, secretariat support to MAREF Board of Trustees and overseeing the day-to-day operations of MAREF in accordance with its Trust Deed.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other related disciplines.

Minimum three (3) years of relevant working experience, preferably in research administration, grant management, project management, or non-profit organisations.

Experience in research management or coordination of research programmes will be an added advantage.

Detail-oriented, well-organised, and methodical, able to manage documentation and processes accurately.

Professional and approachable, able to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Committed, responsible, and willing to learn, demonstrating a proactive and positive attitude towards continuous improvement.

Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Able to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.

Good communication skills, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Excellent command of English, including professional written and verbal communication.

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