Associate Director, IT

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global university in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Project Director to oversee major IT initiatives while ensuring compliance and stakeholder satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and at least 8 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a leadership role. The position offers competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about IT in education.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible work arrangements

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in IT leadership or as a Project Director.
• Proven track record in IT project management and governance.
• Experience in higher education or public sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of major IT initiatives.
• Oversee IT governance and compliance.
• Manage stakeholder communications and relationships.
• Support operational and strategic needs of the school.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

IT risk management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Job description

Job De ion

Serve as the principal IT partner and Project Director for LKYSPP, leading the planning, delivery, compliance, and governance of all major IT and digital initiatives. Act as the conduit between school stakeholders and NUS IT, ensuring that the school's IT requirements are met in alignment with university standards, and supporting robust technology adoption for teaching, research, and administration.

About NUS IT

NUS Information Technology is the cornerstone to providing reliable, high-performance and secure IT solutions and effective IT governance for the campus. Here at NUS IT, we aim to transform NUS into a borderless computing community providing knowledge at its fingertips by enhancing the use of effective applications and services for teaching and learning.

We drive a culture that is forward-looking. With a strong passion for IT, our people are always striving to improve, push boundaries and innovate with a can-do attitude. We embrace collaboration, open communication and knowledge sharing. If you see yourself thriving in a dynamic environment and breaking new grounds with innovative ideas, you will find yourself at home in NUS IT.

As part of our team, you can look forward an empowered work environment that allows you to take charge of your own career path. We provide competitive remuneration as well as flexible work arrangements to enable your growth and development. We pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and are committed to transforming NUS into a leading global University shaping the future.

https://nusit.nus.edu.sg/

Duties And Responsibilities

• IT Partnership & Project Directorship
• IT Governance, Forums & Compliance
• IT Solutioning & Technology Enablement
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Operational & Strategic Support
• Strategic Associate (BTC)
• Vendor & Technical Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, with 3+ years in an IT leadership/Project Director role.
• Proven track record in IT project management, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in higher education or public sector desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strong project and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Expertise in IT risk, compliance, and vendor management.
• Ability to bridge business and technical requirements.
• Collaborative team-player with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: NUS Information Technology

Department: Applications - Faculty & Research Systems

Employee Referral Eligible: Yes

Job requisition ID: 30619