Office of the Registrar - Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager (Admissions)

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Singapore is seeking a meticulous Admissions Officer to manage full-time diploma admissions. The role includes planning admission exercises, processing applications, and ensuring data accuracy. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years' experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with educational institutions is a plus. Join a family-oriented culture focused on lifelong learning!

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Prior experience in educational institution is advantageous.
• High level of accuracy in data handling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer admission exercises.
• Review existing processes and propose enhancements.
• Manage admissions-related inquiries and appeals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Relevant qualification

Tools

Excel VBA

Python

R programming

Job description

What the role is:

We are looking for a meticulous and motivated individual in managing full-time diploma admissions, data requests and analysis. The candidate should have good understanding of the tertiary education landscape. Those with vast prior experience and a good track record in managing tertiary admissions or similar operational roles may be considered for a more senior position.

What you will be working on:

• Plan and administer admission exercises, including end-to-end admissions process from application review to offer and enrolment.
• Process applications in alignment with institutional policies and admission criteria.
• Review existing processes and propose enhancements to manage the admission exercises in a timely and accurate manner.
• Manage admissions related enquiries and appeals.
• Upkeep accurate maintenance of all applicants’ personal records.
• Manage system enhancements and development, including requirement gathering, user acceptance test and data verification.
• Prepare data related to admissions and enrolment for submission to agencies.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualification with at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Prior work experience from another educational institution would be advantageous
• High level of accuracy in data handling and reporting
• Able to handle competing priorities within tight timeline
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent communication skills (both spoken and written) and interpersonal skills
• IT savvy and proficient in using Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge in the use of tools for accurate and efficient analysis of large quantity of data such as Excel VBA, Python or R programming would be advantageous

About Republic Polytechnic

The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore’s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.