Scholarship Programme Officer

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local scholarship management organisation is seeking a dedicated Scholarship Programme Officer in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves managing student scholarship programmes, maintaining relationships with educational institutions, and ensuring compliance with policies. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of related experience. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential for success in this role. Join a purpose-driven, supportive team and make a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth in programme management

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in scholarship programmes, education administration, CSR, youth development, or coordination roles.
• Able to review documents, assess eligibility, and prepare reports.
• Empathetic, professional, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full scholarship lifecycle: applications, selection, onboarding, renewals.
• Track KPIs, maintain dashboards, and support impact assessments and audits.
• Assist in reviewing scholarship policies, enhancing systems, and supporting digitalisation efforts.

Skills

Strong organisation and administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in MS Office and online database/forms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, or similar field

Job description

Location:Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Employment Type:Fixed Term Contract of 1 Year

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and organised Scholarship Programme Officer to manage the end-to-end operations of our scholarship programmes. This role plays a key part in supporting student development, coordinating programme processes, and ensuring a positive experience for scholars, applicants, and partner institutions.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with school counsellors and principals through visits and briefings.

Promote scholarship opportunities and maintain a database of prospective students.

Manage the full scholarship lifecycle: applications, selection, onboarding, renewals.

Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and data protection standards.

Application & Selection Management

Handle enquiries, screen applications, verify documents, and perform scoring.

Coordinate interviews, panels, assessments and prepare reports for approval.

Prepare award letters and agreements.

Track academic progress and compliance; handle renewals, suspensions, or terminations.

Provide guidance on academic or administrative matters.

Stakeholder & Partner Engagement

Liaise with committees, finance teams, donors, and educational partners.

Support reporting, events, and networking activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

Track KPIs, maintain dashboards, and support impact assessments and audits.

Policy & Process Improvement

Assist in reviewing scholarship policies, enhancing systems, and supporting digitalisation efforts.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, or a similar field.

2–4 years’ experience in scholarship programmes, education administration, CSR, youth development, or coordination roles.

Strong organisation and administrative skills.

Excellent communication skills with students, parents, and institutions.

Able to review documents, assess eligibility, and prepare reports.

Proficient in MS Office and online database/forms.

Attributes

Passion for youth development and education.

Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to handle sensitive data.

Empathetic, professional, and collaborative.

Proactive and problem-solving mindset.

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact on students’ lives and educational opportunities.

Work closely with scholars, schools, and programme committees.

Be part of a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Opportunities for growth in programme management and education development.

This role is only for local Malaysians, and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

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