Assistant Manager, Student Progression

Kaplan Singapore; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager - Student Progression to enhance student engagement and retention. The role focuses on promoting progression opportunities, collaborating with internal teams, and implementing student development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Polytechnic Diploma in Marketing or related fields, with strong communication skills and experience in education-related roles. This position offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in student advisory, academic services, admissions, marketing, or a similar education-related role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in using digital tools and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Promote progression opportunities through outreach initiatives.
• Work with recruitment and student services for seamless pathways.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns to increase student engagement.

Skills

Student development

Communication skills

Event coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Polytechnic Diploma in Marketing or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Digital tools

Job description

THE ROLE: Assistant Manager - Student Progression

The Assistant Manager or Manager (Student Progression) plays a key role in encouraging and supporting students to upgrade to the next level of study, such as from IGCSE to KFD to Diploma, Diploma to Degree or Degree to Postgraduate programmes. The role focuses on student engagement, retention strategies, and close collaboration with internal teams to enhance the student journey and increase internal progression enrolments.

Key Responsibilities:

Promote Progression Opportunities:

• Proactively plan and execute outreach initiatives (e.g. info sessions, tea parties, class visit engagements) to educate and encourage current students to upgrade to next-level programmes.

• Meet or exceed annual progression KPIs set by management.

Student Retention & Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with the recruitment, academic, admissions, and student services teams to create a seamless and supportive progression pathway for students.

• Implement activities and initiatives such as academic workshops, peer sharing, and student development programmes to boost engagement and reduce attrition.

Student Consultation & Follow-up:

• Collaborate with the recruitment team to provide advice to students on suitable next-level options, entry requirements, and timelines. Follow up with eligible students at key decision points (e.g. near graduation).

• Establish regular follow-ups using AI or digital tools to trigger nudges, reminders, and re-engagement messages at key decision points (e.g. graduation, results release).

Campaign & Event Coordination

• Partner with internal marketing and Communications team to plan and launch omni-channel progression campaigns that highlight the benefits of internal progression and student success stories.

• Leverage AI and digital tools to optimise engagement and conversions.

• Organise and manage events such as progression (tea parties) sessions, preview sessions, and student/alumni success panels to build programme awareness and increase student progression.

Preferred Attributes:

• Well versed with the adoption of digital and AI tools

• Passion for student development and education

• Proactive, results-driven, and self-motivated

• Team player with a collaborative spirit

• Comfortable engaging with diverse student segments from mature students to fresh school leavers.

Qualification

• Preferably Polytechnic Diploma in Marketing or related fields

• Preferably 1–3 years in student advisory, academic services, admissions, marketing, or a similar education-related role.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)

• Strong presentation and event coordination skills

• Ability to engage and motivate students

• Detail-oriented with good follow-up discipline

• Analytical mindset and ability to interpret student data

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and digital tools

Other Information

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

• Work Arrangements: Hybrid (Blend of in-office and remote work)

• Location: Wilkie Edge