Assistant Manager (Programme Administration - 2 year contract, renewable)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore seeks a Programme Manager for two Master's programmes in Chemistry. The role involves managing admissions, day-to-day operations, and organizing events to enhance alumni engagement. Ideal candidates will possess organisational and communication skills, with experience in programme management in higher education. Competitive remuneration based on a 12-month structure with annual bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• Programme management experience, preferably at least one year as programme coordinator in higher education.
• Ability to contribute to strategic planning and perform duties independently.
• Motivated, self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end administration of the MSc programmes throughout the student lifecycle.
• Ensure high quality of service delivery in programme admissions and operations.
• Plan and organize programme-related events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Networking skills

Event management skills

Education

Degree from a recognized university

Job description

Overview

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.

Job Description

The incumbent will serve as the Programme Manager for two Master's programmes at the Department of Chemistry, namely, a new Master of Science Programme and a Joint Degree Programme. The appointee will support the smooth delivery of these two self-financing programmes and maintain high service standards. By working with the Programme Director and Dean's Office at the Faculty of Science, the incumbent will manage the end-to-end administration of these programmes including admissions, day-to-day programme operations and other related functions. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work closely with the Programme Director and the Dean's Office to take charge of the end-to-end administration of the MSc programmes throughout the student lifecycle.
• Collaborate with the Programme Director, faculty members and Dean's Office to manage the programmes\' admissions and day-to-day operations, ensuring high quality of service delivery.
• Serve as the point of contact to strengthen alumni engagement and enhance community cohesion, in line with the Programmes\' overall branding strategy
• Plan and organize Programme-related events, including orientation and student activities.
• Provide general administrative support for the department as needed.

Qualifications / Requirements / Other Info

• Degree from a recognized university.
• Programme management experience, preferably at least one year of experience as programme coordinator and/or in partnership development in the higher education sector.
• Organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Networking and event management skills.
• Motivated, self-starter with ability to contribute to strategic planning, and perform duties independently.
• 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.

More Information

• Location: Kent Ridge Campus
• Organization: Faculty of Science
• Department: Chemistry
• Job requisition ID: 30384