Manager, Human Resource (Human Resource Department) [NIE]

ntu; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, invites applications for the position of Manager in the Human Resource Department. The role covers a spectrum of HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE officers seconded to NIE, including recruitment, contracts, promotions, compensation, performance management and policy reviews.

You will oversee the START Scheme and NIE Overseas Graduate Scholarships, contribute to succession planning for academic leadership, and support HR initiatives and

Qualifications

• University degree in HR Management.
• 6–8 years HR experience, with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Numerical/data fluency and comfort with reports.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE officers seconded to NIE (recruitment, contracts, promotions, compensation, performance, development).
• Manage START Scheme and NIE Overseas Graduate Scholarships (OGS).
• Support succession planning for Academic & Research Leadership Appointments.
• Contribute to HR initiatives and projects and organize HR events.
• Review HR policies, schemes and processes.
• Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to improve processes and decision-making.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree in HR Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

About the National Institute of Education (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore , is Singapore's national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation's education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research . Read more about NIE here .

NIE invites suitable applications for the position of Manager in the Human Resource Department.

Responsibilities

• Manage a spectrum of HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE education officers seconded to NIE which include recruitment, contract renewal, promotion, compensation and benefits, performance management, career development, and other service-related matters.
• Manage the MOE Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme, including NIE Overseas Graduate Scholarships (OGS).
• Support succession planning for Academic & Research Leadership Appointments.
• Contribute to NIE and HR initiatives and projects and play an active role in the planning and organization of HR events.
• Review HR policies, schemes and processes.
• Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance HR processes, improve efficiency, and support informed decision-making where applicable.

Requirements

• A University Degree, preferably with specialization in HR Management.
• 6-8 years of HR experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory position. Experience in an Institute of Higher Learning setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication (written and spoken) skills.
• Meticulous, numerically strong, and comfortable working with data and reports.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and comfortable using digital tools, HR systems and AI-enabled applications.
• Able to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion, while building trust and upholding confidentiality.

Closing Date

The closing date of the advertisement is 4 November 2026. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.

Hiring Institution: NIE