Senior Assistant Manager/Manager, Academic

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top university in Singapore invites applications for the role of Senior Assistant Manager / Manager, Academic. This position involves overseeing undergraduate academic functions, collaborating with engineering schools, and managing policies and program implementations. The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years of relevant experience in higher education, with strong interpersonal and operational skills. This is a key role in enhancing academic excellence at one of Asia's premier educational institutions.

Qualifications

• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education.
• Proven experience in programme management and academic operations.
• Resourceful team player with good people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the College’s academic administrative functions.
• Collaborate with engineering schools on academic functions.
• Prepare academic reports for university management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytic skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Recognized university degree in any discipline

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Why Join Us?

NTU College of Engineering is consistently ranked among the world’s top engineering colleges. You will work at the strategic heart of the College, supporting critical decisions that impact faculty recruitment, development, and excellence across our diverse engineering disciplines. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with distinguished academic leaders, engage with international faculty talent, and contribute to innovative initiatives that enhance faculty experience and organisational excellence. With exposure to high-level strategic planning and direct involvement in processes that shape the academic community, you’ll develop specialised expertise in faculty affairs within one of Singapore’s premier universities.

The College of Engineering at NTU Singapore is seeking a Senior Assistant Manager / Manager, Academic. The individual will lead and manage the College’s Undergraduate academic functions.

Reporting to the Head, Undergraduate, the candidate will play a critical role in shaping undergraduate learning. The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing academic strategies, initiatives and programmes through all of College. The candidate will also be responsible for coordinating undergraduate policy implementation and overseeing academic operations.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Head, Undergraduate to oversee the College’s academic administrative and operation functions

• Collaborate with respective Leads across the engineering schools on academic functions

• Oversee second majors and double degree programmes including coordinating course timetabling and registration with partner schools

• Oversee the implementation of the Interdisciplinary Collaborate Core (ICC) and Service-Learning courses across CoE

• Participate in the decision-making policies and initiatives at respective committees for Freshmen Orientation and NTU Convocation.

• Partner OGEM and coordinate with schools on courses for overseas student mobility programmes

• Prepare academic reports for reporting to university management and MOE

• Update and maintain undergraduate programme information on CoE’s website

• Oversight and key personnel in accreditation exercises for CoE’s undergraduate programmes

• Organise semesterly Undergraduate Program Quality Assurance exercise applicable

• Support the implementation of UG education strategies and plans

• Any other projects and initiatives

Requirements:

• Recognized university degree in any discipline.

• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education, curriculum development and or academic policy

• Proven experience in programme management, policy development and or academic operations

• Resourceful team player with good interpersonal and people management skills.

• Highly motivated and meticulous individual with strong analytic and problem-solving skills and keen eye for details.

• Excellent organizational, time management and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in an efficient, effective, and timely manner.

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

• IT savvy and proficient in MS office applications.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume and cover letter through NTU's career portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.