Assistant Manager / Senior Executive

hyperscal solutions pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to drive employability initiatives by engaging employers, recruiters, alumni and stakeholders. You will support career readiness, programme events, and administrative tasks to ensure successful departmental outcomes.

The role reports to the Senior Manager and involves coordinating Industry Advisory Board activities and vendor management on-site at Wilkie Edge.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Education, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in administration, stakeholder engagement, event management, or higher education support functions would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support employer engagement activities and maintain relationships with corporate partners, recruiters, alumni, and industry stakeholders.
• Support social media initiatives and guide students on the effective and professional use of social media.
• Coordinate and administer the Kaplan Industry Advisory Board, including maintaining records, updating agreement, arranging meeting logistics, and liaising with Finance on payments and related matters.
• Assist in tracking and reviewing graduate outcomes through engagement with graduates and the alumni community.
• Maintain and update the student deals and vendor database.
• Organise and support alumni engagement initiatives, networking sessions, and alumni events.
• Participate in and provide operational support for student, alumni, and employability-related events.
• Provide general administrative and coordination support to ensure the smooth delivery of departmental programmes and activities.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Kaplan Higher Education Academy (Kaplan) is part of Kaplan Inc., one of the world's most diverse education providers and the largest subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE:GHC).

Kaplan has welcomed students from over 60 countries and regions. As a Lifelong Integrated Learning Partner, we offer close to 450 academic and professional certification programme options* for higher learning and skills development, providing opportunities for individuals to always stay relevant. To date, these opportunities have benefitted more than 114,000 graduates^.

We have a diverse team of individuals dedicated to our mission to help individuals achieve their educational and career goals, and build futures, one success story at a time. Our core values - Opportunity, Knowledge, Support, Integrity and Results - help guide the way we work.

At Kaplan, our employees are our most valuable assets, and everyone's contribution is integral to our success. We have been recognised by The Straits Times, for the second successive year, as being one of Singapore's Best Employers for 2023. This large-scale and comprehensive study assessed the attractiveness of organisations in Singapore based on an independent employee survey.

We strive to continue providing a professional, positive and stimulating work enviroment with plenty of room for initiatives, so that our employees can thrive with us.

*Based on full-time and part-time study modes across programmes offered at Kaplan.

^Total Diploma and Degree graduates from Kaplan from 2007 to 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior Executive / Assistant Manager

The role supports the department's employability and graduate outcomes objectives by fostering engagement with employers, recruiters, alumni, and other key stakeholders. It contributes to enhancing students' career readiness through industry and alumni relations, event coordination, administrative support, and stakeholder engagement activities. The position reports to the Senior Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Support employer engagement activities and maintain relationships with corporate partners, recruiters, alumni, and industry stakeholders.
• Support social media initiatives and guide students on the effective and professional use of social media.
• Coordinate and administer the Kaplan Industry Advisory Board, including maintaining records, updating agreement, arranging meeting logistics, and liaising with Finance on payments and related matters.
• Assist in tracking and reviewing graduate outcomes through engagement with graduates and the alumni community.
• Maintain and update the student deals and vendor database.
• Organise and support alumni engagement initiatives, networking sessions, and alumni events.
• Participate in and provide operational support for student, alumni, and employability-related events.
• Provide general administrative and coordination support to ensure the smooth delivery of departmental programmes and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Education, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in administration, stakeholder engagement, event management, or higher education support functions would be advantageous.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and database/record management. Have some knowledge work on Canva application.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities and manage competing priorities.
• Strong event planning and coordination capabilities.
• Team player with a proactive, customer-focused, and service-oriented approach.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
• Work Arrangements: On-site
• Location: Wilkie Edge

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd