Senior HR Manager (Scholarship Operations & Data Management) – 1-year contract

Urban Redevelopment Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental agency in Singapore seeks a meticulous Senior HR Manager to manage scholarship operations and ensure data integrity. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of HR experience, strong analytical skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include overseeing scholarship cycles, leading data management initiatives, and coordinating internship placements. This 1-year contract role requires excellent attention to detail, along with the ability to propose and implement technological solutions in HR operations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant HR experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel needed.
• Experience with HRIS systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage scholarship cycle operations and ensure compliance.
• Lead data cleaning initiatives for scholarship records.
• Propose technology solutions for data management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Project management

HR systems knowledge

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRIS systems (e.g. Workday)

Job description

What the role is:

We are seeking a meticulous and process-driven Senior HR Manager to manage the operational aspects of our scholarship programme. This role will focus on ensuring smooth day-to-day scholarship operations, maintaining data integrity, and leading a critical project on Agreement review. This is an individual contributor role that requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. This is a 1-year contract role.

What you will be working on:

Scholarship Operations Management

• Manage the full scholarship cycle operations ensuring timely processing and compliance with policies.
• Process scholarship payments, allowances, reimbursements, and coordinate flight arrangements for overseas studies in accordance with policy guidelines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for scholarship holders on operational matters including payments, allowances, and administrative queries.
• Monitor scholars' academic progress and compliance with scholarship terms and conditions.
• Coordinate and manage internship placements for scholars, including liaison with departments.
• Manage bond-related administrative matters, including calculations, deferments, and early release requests.
• Lead the deed / contract review independently, including stakeholder management and timeline coordination.

Data Management & Systems Innovation

• Lead comprehensive data cleaning initiatives to ensure accuracy and integrity of all scholarship records and databases.
• Propose and implement optimal data management solutions and structures for scholarship information, leveraging AI tools and Excel capabilities to enhance data accessibility and reporting.
• Evaluate and recommend automation opportunities using AI-powered solutions for data entry, validation, document processing, and analytics.
• Establish robust data governance practices, including quality standards, access controls, and documentation protocols.
• Review and recommend updates to scholarship policies based on data insights and operational experience.

What we are looking for:

Qualifications

• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field, with at least 3 – 5 years of relevant HR experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to propose and implement technology solutions for data management, with familiarity or strong interest in AI tools for HR operations.
• Strong operational and administrative capabilities with proven experience managing complex processes independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in data management and financial processing.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and visualisation.
• Experience with HRIS systems; prior experience with Workday will be an advantage.
• Experience in scholarship administration or similar HR operational roles would be highly advantageous.

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.