Manager, Centre for Commercial Law in Asia, Yphsl

6 days ago

Singapore Singapore Management University Full time

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

DESIGNATION : Manager (2-year contract), Centre for Commercial Law in Asia, YPHSL

RESPONSIBILITIES
- This position is for Centre for Commercial Law in Asia (CCLA), Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL).
- Manage all CCLA administration matters including procurement, website maintenance, logistics support for visiting research fellows or professors, hiring of researchers, and report preparation.
- Prepare CCLA annual budget in consultation with CCLA Director and Deputy Director, and track expenses to keep within budget.
- Organise events such as public lectures, conferences and seminars in partnership with faculty members, donors and other external stakeholders.
- Assist CCLA Director and Deputy Director with implementation of new initiatives and projects, and provide administrative support to them as and when necessary.
- Assist the Head of the Singapore Global Restructuring Initiative (SGRI) with management of grant and budget, preparation of reports, organising of events and meetings, hiring of research assistants, maintenance of website, and any other administration tasks as assigned.
- Supervise and provide guidance to Administrative Assistant.
- Assist in school events e.g. Commencement, Open House etc.
- Any other tasks as assigned by CCLA Director, Deputy Director, YPHSL Assistant Dean (Admin) and YPHSL Assistant Director.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree/Diploma holder with at least 2 years of relevant working experience.
- Organised, meticulous and responsible.
- Good attitude, with a friendly and outgoing personality.
- Team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently is essential.
- Excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
- Proficient in IT (Microsoft Office, preferably knowledge in Drupal platform, Zoom and Microsoft Teams).
- Willing to occasionally work late and on some weekends.

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