Manager, International Engagement

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) is seeking a Manager for the Office of International Engagement to advance NTU's global relationships and strategy.

You will lead event logistics, procurements, programme administration, and partner engagements, working with diverse internal teams and international partners to strengthen NTU's international footprint.

Qualifications

• University degree in International Relations, Public Relations, Business, Economics, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an administration role.
• Experience in an academic/research institution is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.
• Proficient in MS Office and capable of curating presentations.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics and administration for international events and partner engagements.
• Oversee procurement processes, vendor coordination, budgeting for events.
• Coordinate flagship programmes and projects with internal and external partners.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and strategic documents for decisions.
• Foster relationships with internal departments and external partners.
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing.
• Handle financial administration, including budget reconciliation.
• Support general administrative functions for the office.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant disciplines

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

As a world-class, comprehensive university, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) partners with hundreds of institutions globally across education, research, and innovation. The Office of International Engagement (OIE) plays a vital role in cultivating and strengthening these international relationships through a wide array of strategic initiatives and activities.

Reporting to the Head of the Office of International Engagement, the Manager will support the university's international engagement efforts. This role involves managing a dynamic portfolio of activities and contributing to the successful execution of NTU's international strategy.

The OIE team comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a rich blend of skills and experiences that contribute to NTU's global edge. In this collaborative and close-knit environment, you will have the opportunity to broaden your horizons, develop new competencies, and deepen your intercultural awareness. NTU supports career growth through both formal and informal upskilling and reskilling opportunities, with mentorship as a key driver of professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage logistics and administration for international events and strategic partner engagements, including conferences, high-level visits, and programmes.
• Manage procurement processes, vendor coordination, participant engagement, and budgeting for events and programmes.
• Manage the administrative aspects of flagship programmes and projects coordinated by OIE and NTU's participation in alliances, including applications, programme coordination and operations, reviews, financial operations, coordination of information and annual reviews, meeting preparation and secretariat duties.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and strategic documentation to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal departments and external partners to advance NTU's international objectives.
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge-sharing to enhance operational effectiveness and team impact.
• Financial administration for OIE including general financial processes, budget reconciliation.
• Support general administrative functions to ensure the smooth running of the office.

Job Requirements

• University degree in relevant disciplines such as International Relations, Public Relations, Business, Economics, Communication, Linguistics, etc.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in an administration role.
• Experience in an academic/research institution setting will be advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly, confidently, and effective across diverse audiences.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications.
• Experience in curating presentations for content and design.
• Global perspective and cultural awareness.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, while also being highly self-directed and capable of working independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and good time management to achieve deadlines.
• Customer service orientated, good interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at different levels.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU