Director of Strategic Research Planning

4 days ago


Singapore NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Full time
National Institute of Education (NIE) Job Opportunity

About the National Institute of Education

The National Institute of Education is Singapore's national teacher education institute, playing a key role in preparing teachers and providing professional development programs. We are committed to our vision of being an Institute of Distinction, leading the future of education, and our mission to inspire learning, transform teaching, and advance research.


Job Title: Director of Strategic Research Planning

Job Summary:

We invite suitable applications for the position of Director of Strategic Research Planning with the Office of Education Research (OER). The successful candidate will oversee strategic research plans, ensuring alignment with the Institute's strategic aims and enhancing its standing as a leading international research institution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversight of conceptualizing and implementing strategic research plans to inform the Institute's strategic planning process.
  • Liaising with research centres, academic departments, and admin units for downstream implementation of strategic research plans.
  • Providing secretariat support for OER strategic research retreats and meetings with external stakeholders such as MOE.
  • Supporting strategic research monitoring and evaluation activities, including half-yearly and KPI reporting.
  • Coordinating strategic research reporting, information, engagement, and outreach efforts.

Requirements:

  • A University degree.
  • 2-5 years of working experience in an educational or research institution, preferably with experience in strategic planning and corporate communications.
  • Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to communicate professionally and work with faculty and staff across various administrative units.
  • Strong numerical skills and meticulousness.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials.
  • Able to monitor compliance with policies and uphold governance of policies.
  • Strong team player with the ability to work independently under pressure and highly adaptable.
  • Demonstrate excellent knowledge of MS Office applications and willingness to learn new IT software and applications.

Salary: Estimated $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

NIE offers a dynamic and stimulating work environment, opportunities for career growth, and a competitive salary package.



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