Field Operations Lead – Data Collection & Team Oversight

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) at the National University of Singapore seeks an Executive (Field Operations Management) to support fieldwork, oversee interviewers, and ensure high‑quality data collection across face‑to‑face, door‑to‑door, and CATI surveys using structured questionnaires.

You will assist the Field Manager with project setup, coordinate field activities, recruit and train staff, monitor data accuracy, manage resources, and liaise with ministries to deliver timely project

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma holder; experience in public sector projects preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive attitude.
• Proven ability to lead, supervise, and motivate a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel for field supervision.
• Experience in fieldwork operations or data collection is advantageous.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Strong English plus another language (Chinese/Malay/Tamil).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Field Manager with project setup and planning.
• Coordinate and oversee fieldwork activities to ensure smooth execution.
• Recruit, train, and supervise field interviewers to meet project timelines and quality standards.
• Brief and supervise interviewers on fieldwork assignments.
• Monitor and ensure the accuracy and quality of collected data.
• Manage project resources efficiently to achieve timely completion of fieldwork.
• Verify data accuracy and acceptability before processing payments to interviewers and/or recruiters.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including various ministries in Singapore, to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Supervision of field staff

Travel readiness

Education

Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Executive (Field Operations Management)

University-Level Unit: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Institute of Policy Studies

Employee Category: Executive & Administrative

Posting Start Date: 15/07/2026

Location_ONB: Bukit Timah Campus

Job Description

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is an autonomous research institute within National University of Singapore. IPS is seeking to hire an Executive (Field Operations Management) for its Social Lab. This role supports the Field Manager in executing fieldwork duties for research projects and overseeing a team of interviewers to ensure the collection of high-quality and timely data through face-to-face, door-to-door, and computer-assisted telephone interviews using structured questionnaires.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Assist the Field Manager with project setup and planning;
• Coordinate and oversee fieldwork activities to ensure smooth execution;
• Recruit, train, and supervise field interviewers to meet project timelines and quality standards;
• Brief and supervise interviewers on fieldwork assignments;
• Monitor and ensure the accuracy and quality of collected data;
• Manage project resources efficiently to achieve timely completion of fieldwork;
• Verify data accuracy and acceptability before processing payments to interviewers and/or recruiters.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including various ministries in Singapore, to ensure successful project delivery.
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma holder, preferably with experience in projects commissioned by the public sector;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a positive and proactive attitude;
• Demonstrated ability in team motivation, supervision and leadership;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
• Willingness to travel for field supervision and coordination;
• Prior experience in fieldwork operations or data collection management will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint);
• Strong command of English with proficiency in at least one additional language – Chinese, Malay, or Tamil.
  
  

Application Procedures

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and curriculum vitae via the NUS Career Portal.

Your CV should include your highest academic qualifications, most recent and expected salary, and reasons for leaving your previous or current position(s). Additionally, please indicate your anticipated availability to commence employment if offered the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Department : Institute of Policy Studies

Employee Referral Eligible

Job requisition ID : 30803