Programme Senior Executive / Assistant Manager (Communications)

National University of Singapore; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The AquaPolis Programme Office at the National University of Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to join the Programme Office, supporting communications and engagement for Singapore’s tropical marine aquaculture R&D programme.

This role suits candidates with strong communications/marketing skills who can create content, manage channels, and coordinate events, while assisting with financial tracking and procurement in line with university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–3 years in comms or marketing
• Experience in university/public agency settings is preferred
• Proficiency with design tools (Canva/Photoshop) and MS Office; SAP/Concur/Power BI a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in contributing to Singapore’s agrifood and R&D ecosystem

Responsibilities

• Content creation across formats (articles, infographics, videos) for website, e-newsletters and social media
• Manage channels (website, e-newsletters, LinkedIn); ensure regular updates and brand consistency
• Coordinate events (forums, seminars, workshops) and prepare post-event coverage
• Support financial tracking, vendor sourcing and procurement in line with university policies

Skills

Content creation

Communications

Content strategy

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Canva

Photoshop

SAP

Concur

Power BI

Job description

Programme Senior Executive / Assistant Manager (Communications)

University-Level Unit: Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech) Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech) Employee Category: Executive & Administrative Location: Kent Ridge Campus Posted On: 19/05/2026

Job Description

Join Us

The AquaPolis Programme Office (APO) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to join our Programme Office, supporting the communication and engagement efforts for Singapore’s tropical marine aquaculture R&D programme. This role is ideal for candidates with strong communications/marketing skills who wish to contribute to high-impact national R&D initiatives in food and aquaculture innovation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Creation and Communications Management

• Create and produce engaging content across formats (e.g. articles, infographics, videos) for website, e-newsletters, and social media posts.
• Oversee the Programme Office’s communications channels (website, e-newsletters, LinkedIn), ensuring regular content updates and layout improvements.
• Collaborate with team members, researchers, and vendors on content projects.
• Track channel engagement rates and refine strategies for better impact.
• Maintain brand consistency across all communication channels.

2. Ecosystem Engagement Support

• Support the Programme Director and Programme Manager in planning and hosting engagement events, including forums, symposiums, workshops and seminars.
• Prepare event promotional materials and post-event coverage content to maximise exposure and engagement with the ecosystem.
• Assist in administering surveys to collect feedback and recommendations from the ecosystem.

3. Financial & Administrative Support

• Support the Programme Manager with financial tracking, fund utilisation reports and reimbursements.
• Support procurement activities, including vendor sourcing, liaison and vendor payments in accordance with funding and university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in with at least 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in communications, public relations, or marketing in a university or public agency setting.
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g. Canva and Photoshop), Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with SAP, Concur, or Power BI is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in contributing to the growth of Singapore’s agrifood and R&D ecosystem.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Department : Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 28576

Req ID: 28576

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