Assistant Manager
6 days ago
The School of Continuing and Lifelong Education (SCALE) was established to drive the expansion of NUS’ lifelong learning offerings in a concerted and strategic way that furthers our mission to be a leading global university, as well as fulfil our role as a public university of Singapore, shaping the future.
Through SCALE, working adults (i.e., professionals, managers and executives) who aspire to stay relevant and ahead of competition, companies looking to up-skill/re-skill their workforce, and even youths exploring quality tertiary education options, have access to NUS’ suite of innovative, world-class continuing and lifelong education offerings.
Drawing on unparalleled access to the multi-disciplinary expertise of 16 other NUS Faculties/Schools, SCALE offers youth, executive, and professional development/education programmes, part-time and full-time degree programmes, as well as modular courses that may be taken singly or stacked towards certificates/diplomas/degrees that meet the lifelong learning needs of individuals. All programmes are designed and developed in consultation with the industry to ensure relevance and currency.
**About the Role**
Reporting to the Head (Undergraduate Programmes), the incumbent plays a vital role in supporting the development, delivery, and growth of our academic programmes, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all of our stakeholders.
The incumbent will be emplaced at an appropriate appointment grade based on his/her individual merits.
**Duties and Responsibilities**:
As part of the APO team, the incumbent will be responsible for managing key aspects of our academic programmes, spanning undergraduate and graduate levels, within a collaborative team environment.
**_Champion Programme Excellence_**
- Contribute to the development and launch of new academic programmes, from ideation to implementation.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education, NUS community, and industry partners, to enhance programme offerings.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote programmes.
- Oversee programme operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage programme finances, including fee reviews for programmes, and revenue models.
- Manage internal and external communications for the APO, ensuring clear and effective messaging.
**_Empower Student Success_**
- Support programme delivery, including staffing, class scheduling, course registration, and examinations.
- Provide comprehensive support to students, addressing their academic and administrative needs.
- Connect students with valuable resources and support networks to enhance their academic journey.
**_Cultivate Strategic Partnerships_**
- Build and nurture relationships with industry partners to create mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Facilitate industry projects and internships, providing students with real-world experience.
- Organize alumni events and engagement initiatives to foster a strong and supportive community.
**_Drive Continuous Improvements_**
- Analyse data and generate insightful reports to inform decision-making.
- Streamline processes and systems to optimize efficiency and enhance the stakeholder experience.
- Contribute to ad-hoc projects that support the School’s growth.
**Requirements**:
**Academic & Professional Certification**
- At least a good bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a reputable university
- Strong English language proficiency is essential
**Experience & Attributes**
- Relevant work experience in a higher education environment
- Energetic and willing to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented and ambiguous work environment.
- Highly numerate, analytical and meticulous with strong administration skills.
- Results-driven, self-motivated and highly disciplined.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal & written) and presentation skills; flexible in adapting public speaking/presentation styles to an audience of diverse background and culture.
- Strong team player, able to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
- Resilient and resourceful with good problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented and ambiguous work environment.
**More Information**
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: School of Continuing And Lifelong Education
Department : Academic Programmes Office
Employee Referral Eligible:
Job requisition ID : 28434
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