Academy Course Administrator

Roles & Responsibilities

ACADEMY SIA Pte Ltd (The Architects Academy), an essential wing of the Singapore Institute of Architects, is dedicated to shaping the next generation of architects and supporting professionals throughout their careers. By offering targeted training courses and dynamic continuing education, the Academy ensures that architects stay ahead of industry standards and emerging trends in the built environment. Through innovative courses and a strong commitment to lifelong learning, the Academy empowers individuals to continuously upskill, adapt to new challenges, and drive excellence within Singapore's architectural landscape.

The Academy is seeking an individual who is:

• Highly motivated and demonstrates initiative in all aspects of their work
• Forward-thinking, able to anticipate long-term challenges and opportunities within curriculum and course administration
• Skilled at balancing immediate operational demands with strategic planning for future educational needs
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities and technologies

RESPONSIBILITIES

• administer courses for learning and development, as well as ensure smooth operation and efficient delivery of educational programs to meet learning outcomes, objectives and standards
• execute administrative tasks associated with running courses, including day-to-day issues and course queries, enrolment, communication, scheduling, material preparation, record keeping, pre- and post- course evaluations
• facilitate and provide logistical support for ongoing and new courses, events, seminars and programs
• support ongoing curriculum development and implementation of various formats ranging from in-person, online, hybrid and blended learning options
• contribute to curriculum development by supporting various stakeholders, including architects, consultants, subject matter experts, and educational designers, to evaluate and create engaging and effective learning experiences
• collaborate with various stakeholders in digital production of course content from lesson plans and development of instructional material as micro-learning which are modular and stackable
• assist in website content management and research to compile relevant course resource materials with domain experts and educators, as well as maintain and organize archival of course materials

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• diploma or degree in instructional design, user experience, management, sustainability, architecture or the built environment
• 3-5 years industry working experience in the field of design, sustainability, architecture, built environment, or in the field of training and education
• strong interest in lifelong learning and development, where a certified adult educator would be an added advantage
• good visual communication and graphic presentation software skills
• working knowledge of learning management systems (WizLearn, Canvas), and competent ability to present, facilitate and administer online learning
• working knowledge in media and video editing with animation skills, including operating basic AV system (projectors, mics, etc.) in theatrette
• proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel with fluency in Pivot Tables, virtual conferencing/meeting platforms such as Zoom, authoring software (iSpring, 360 articulate), and open-source applications relevant to course development workflows
• manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively without compromising quality
• valuable team player with capacity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve desired project goals and timely outcomes
• curious, resourceful person and skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving to meet challenges related to working with diverse teams in fast-paced environments

Tell employers what skills you have
Strategic Planning
Sustainability
Microsoft Office
Lifelong Learning
Critical Thinking
Content Management
Administration
AV
Learning Management Systems
Video Editing
Team Player
Instructional Design
Animation
Curriculum Development
Scheduling
Blended Learning

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