Senior Project Executive

UNITAR International University; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITAR International University is seeking a capable Project Coordinator to support cross-functional academic, marketing, facilities, and IT initiatives. You will assist in planning, tracking, and reporting to management while liaising with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

The role emphasizes documentation, presentation, and compliance with university policies and SOPs to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in project management, operations, administration, or coordination roles.
• Experience in the education industry / academic operations is an added advantage.
• Exposure to cross-functional projects (academic, marketing, facilities, registry, IT, student services) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor project timelines, milestones, and KPIs
• Support project managers and department heads throughout project lifecycle
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Prepare presentations, progress reports, and management updates
• Assist in risk monitoring, issue tracking, and mitigation planning
• Ensure compliance with UNITAR policies, QA requirements, and SOPs

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Presentation skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills
• Good understanding of project documentation (proposals, reports, minutes, trackers)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong presentation skills and ability to brief management
• Strong time management and multitasking capability

Experience

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in project management, operations, administration, or coordination roles
• Experience in the education industry / academic operations is an added advantage
• Exposure to cross-functional projects (academic, marketing, facilities, registry, IT, student services) is beneficial

Responsibilities Fit

• Coordinate and monitor project timelines, milestones, and KPIs
• Support project managers and department heads throughout project lifecycle
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Prepare presentations, progress reports, and management updates
• Assist in risk monitoring, issue tracking, and mitigation planning
• Ensure compliance with UNITAR policies, QA requirements, and SOPs

In 1997, UNITAR International University was established as the first virtual university in Southeast Asia and one of the earliest private universities in Malaysia. The university achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first institution in Asia to receive a QS 5-Star Rating in the Online Learning category. This recognition underscores UNITAR's commitment to innovative and accessible education.

UNITAR Education Group fosters a high-performance culture rooted in its commitment to academic and professional excellence. This culture is evident through its rigorous standards, continuous improvement efforts, and dedication to producing industry-ready graduates.

In 1997, UNITAR International University was established as the first virtual university in Southeast Asia and one of the earliest private universities in Malaysia. The university achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first institution in Asia to receive a QS 5-Star Rating in the Online Learning category. This recognition underscores UNITAR's commitment to innovative and accessible education.

UNITAR Education Group fosters a high-performance culture rooted in its commitment to academic and professional excellence. This culture is evident through its rigorous standards, continuous improvement efforts, and dedication to producing industry-ready graduates.