Manager, International Engagement

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU's Office of International Engagement seeks a Manager to oversee a dynamic portfolio of international initiatives and partnerships. Reporting to the Head of OIE, you will coordinate events, manage budgets, and drive NTU's global strategy with a collaborative, cross‑functional team.

You will work with diverse stakeholders across campuses, prepare strategic documentation, and help cultivate NTU's international footprint.

Qualifications

• University degree in relevant disciplines such as International Relations, Public Relations, Business, Economics, Communication.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Experience in an academic/research institution is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication across diverse audiences.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Global perspective and cultural awareness.
• Collaborative, self-directed, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and administration for international events and partner engagements.
• Manage procurement, vendor coordination, participant engagement, and budgeting.
• Coordinate flagship programmes and projects, including applications and annual reviews.
• Prepare reports, presentations and strategic documents for decision‑making.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners to advance NTU's international objectives.
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing to enhance efficiency.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth office operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Time management

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office

Presentation design

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 effectively 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