Assistant Manager, Partnerships & Engagement

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nanyang Technological University (NTU) TREASURES centre seeks an Assistant Manager, Partnerships & Engagement to bridge academic research with industrial application. You will drive strategic corporate partnerships, coordinate high-impact engagement events, and shape the centre’s digital public face.

You will translate complex research concepts for industrial partners, manage grant funding initiatives, and support governance through meetings and reports, leveraging strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, STEM or related discipline.
• 3–4 years of relevant work experience in event management, corporate communications, or industrial liaison roles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage industrial engagement events from start to finish.
• Manage the centre’s digital presence, including news and events communications.
• Coordinate liaison with industry partners and grant funding matters.
• Provide administrative support for industry-focused meetings and advisory boards.

Skills

Event management

Corporate communications

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Website content management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Website CMS

Job description

Assistant Manager, Partnerships & Engagement page is loaded## Assistant Manager, Partnerships & Engagementlocations: NTU Main Campus, Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R00024089The Research Centre for Residue and Toxic Industrial Waste Management (TREASURES) at NTU is seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and resourceful Assistant Manager, Partnerships & Engagement to join the team.This position plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between cutting-edge academic research and real-world industrial application. As the Assistant Manager, you will have the exciting opportunity to drive strategic corporate partnerships, manage high-impact engagement events, coordinate collaborative grant funding initiatives, and shape the digital public face of the centre. If you are passionate about science communication, stakeholder engagement, and research administration, we invite you to apply.**Key Responsibilities:*** Event & Workshop Management: Spearhead the end-to-end planning and execution of industrial engagement events, including large-scale workshops, seminars, and targeted industry visits.* Digital Communications: Manage, maintain, and continuously update the research centre’s website, ensuring that news, upcoming events, and key research milestones are communicated effectively to an external audience.* Stakeholder & Grant Coordination: Act as the primary administrative liaison for industrial partners and corporate stakeholders. Liaise with external Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and industrial partners on grant funding-related matters to facilitate joint research collaborations.* Secretariat & Administrative Support: Provide vital day-to-day support for industry-focused meetings and advisory boards, including minute-taking, data gathering, and the preparation of management reports and presentation slides.* Information Management: Handle confidential and sensitive industrial data or collaboration agreements with the highest level of discretion.**Requirements:*** A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in Business, Communications, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), or a related discipline.* At least 3 to 4 years of relevant work experience in event management, corporate communications, or industrial liaison roles, ideally within a fast-paced or complex organization.* Experience working within an Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) or a research institute is highly advantageous.* Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proven track record of managing logistics for diverse audiences.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically the ability to translate complex research or technical concepts into accessible language for industrial partners.* Proficiency in website content management and Microsoft Office applications.* A proactive, resourceful, and adaptable approach to work, with strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with academics and corporate executives.* Relevant work experience in Building and Environment Sector is preferred.We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Hiring Institution: NTUNTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N).Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district.Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.For more information, visit