Senior Executive, Dean's Office (Education- Curriculum), 2 years' contract

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university is seeking a Senior Executive for the Dean's Office focusing on Education-Curriculum. This role involves overseeing elective placements for students, coordinating with healthcare institutions, and ensuring compliance with academic standards. Candidates should hold at least a Bachelor's degree and have administrative experience. This position emphasizes stakeholder engagement and precision within a fast-paced academic environment, offering opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in administrative or project coordination roles.
• Ability to communicate professionally and clearly.
• Experience managing multiple projects autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Manage application and placement process for electives.
• Coordinate with healthcare institutions for elective postings.
• Process and verify student grades for the elective module.
• Handle queries for international clinical electives.
• Facilitate meetings for the Electives Committee.
• Provide administrative support for educational activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

WordPress or similar CMS

Job description

Company description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job Description

Join the National University of Singapore's prestigious Medicine faculty as a Senior Executive at the Dean's Office focusing on Education-Curriculum. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to the operational excellence and continuous improvement of the Electives Programme, a pivotal component of the MD curriculum that significantly enhances students' clinical exposure both locally and internationally.

In this dynamic role, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of elective placements for NUSMed students, ensuring seamless administration from initial application to final grading. Your meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach will be essential in managing a complex portfolio involving coordination with multiple healthcare institutions, universities, and internal faculty members.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the application and placement process for outgoing local and overseas electives, ensuring fairness and transparency in shortlisting procedures.
• Coordinating with healthcare institution administrators to collate elective postings and maintain clear communication channels.
• Processing and verifying student grades for the MD5160 elective module, ensuring all records are audit-ready and compliant with academic standards.
• Supporting incoming international clinical electives by handling high-volume queries, reviewing compliance of applications, and fostering strong partnerships under the Bilateral Exchange Agreement.
• Serving as the secretariat for the Electives Committee, facilitating effective meetings and maintaining up-to-date, user-friendly information on relevant online portals and websites.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to provide comprehensive administrative support for broader school-wide educational activities.

This role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced academic environment, values precision, and excels at stakeholder engagement. It offers a chance to be part of a team that is instrumental in shaping the educational experiences of future medical professionals.

Qualifications

• Possess at least a Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Demonstrated work experience of one year or more in an administrative or project coordination capacity, preferably within educational or healthcare settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally and clearly.
• Exhibit high levels of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information related to student records and institutional partnerships.
• Strong self‑direction and the ability to operate autonomously.
• Detail‑oriented mindset with proven competence in managing multiple simultaneous projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to utilize data management and presentation tools effectively; familiarity with WordPress or similar content management systems is considered advantageous.
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to changing academic calendars and institutional needs.

More information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department: Dean's Office (Medicine)

This contract role offers two years of engaging work experience within a globally recognized faculty known for academic excellence and innovation. The position supports the faculty's commitment to fostering high standards in medical education and global clinical exposure for students.

Candidates can expect a collaborative and inclusive work environment, dedicated to continuous professional development and learning. Employee referral eligibility is applicable for this position.

Job Requisition ID: 30753