Executive, School Admin

Singapore University of Social Sciences; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an individual to manage academic programmes, support examination activities, and oversee student events. The ideal candidate has a degree, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This role offers a competitive pay package and hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Package

Hybrid Work Arrangement

Medical Benefits

Flex Benefits

Family Care Leaves

Volunteer Service Leaves

Wellness & Recreation Activities

Lifelong Learning Opportunities

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Ability to work independently and display initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned programmes and courses.
• Support examination and assessment related matters.
• Organise/coordinate programme events and activities.
• Attend to queries from teaching associates and students.
• Liaise with external partners associated with the programmes.
• Assist with procurement, payment and budgeting matters.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Resourceful team player

Education

Degree holder

Job description

Who We Are

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

About The Job

The successful candidate will administer and manage SUSS's academic programmes, support examination activities and take charge of the programme's student activities as well as external liaisons. The candidate will work closely with the Head of Programme, admin cluster leads and the school manager to oversee degree programmes and organise programme-related events. He/she must possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and able to work with academics, students, and other administrative executives. He/she is expected to multitask with attention to detail in order to handle various programme administrative tasks and projects efficiently within given timelines.

What You Will Be Doing

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned programmes and courses
• Support examination and assessment related matters including liaison with teaching associates/capstone project supervisors, formatting assessment papers, processing course results and performing as exam invigilator
• Oversee contract renewal, appointment and deployment of instructors, writers, markers, external assessors/examiners, course developers, etc.
• Organise/coordinate programme events and activities
• Attend to queries from teaching associates and students
• Schedule associate recruitment interviews and follow up on mandatory training activities
• Liaise with external partners associated with the programmes including Programme Advisory Panel and External Reviewers
• Assist with procurement, payment and budgeting matters for the programmes
• Support school and university events such as symposiums, forums, Student Orientation, Open House, and Convocation
• General administrative duties such as collation of data and information updates
• Proper documentation and filing to prepare for internal and external audits

Job Requirements

• Degree holder with 1 to 2 years of relevant working experience
• Effective interpersonal skills with excellent command of written and spoken English
• Resourceful team player who is able to work independently and display initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

What We Offer

At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career!

Besides that, you will also get:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
• Medical Benefits
• Flex Benefits
• Family Care Leaves
• Volunteer Service Leaves
• Wellness & Recreation Activities
• Lifelong Learning Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers