Executive/senior Executive, Associates Management

**Who We Are**:
If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging job, join Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), Singapore’s sixth autonomous university. We care for you by creating a conducive work environment to develop your potential, and recognising your contributions and performance. As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, SUSS champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers. The University counts associate faculty among its key assets towards realizing its vision and purpose.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

**About The Job**:
The Associates Management (AM) team manages the appointments and onboarding of SUSS associate faculty. We also handle associated operational matters as well as facilitate engagement events. We believe that a motivated and engaged pool of associate faculty is crucial to our success.

You will be part of a team dedicated to providing proficient and professional management of operational matters and with particular attention to the aspects of engagement, relations, and people strategy. You will report to a Senior Manager of AM.

**What You Will Be Doing**:

- Build relationships as a trusted advisor with senior stakeholders and managers of Schools and Centers for matters relating to management of associate faculty, including display of strong professional credibility.
- Nurture strong work collaborations with certain clusters of Schools and Centers to facilitate sharing of best practices.
- Manage some key activities in relation to appointments and onboarding of associate faculty.
- Contribute to the implementation and review of policies, programs, processes, systems, and communications relating to management of associate faculty.
- Designing and implementing a strong associate engagement plan, and organising dialogue and communication sessions, such as Start of Semester event and Faculty Appreciation event.
- Managing and resolving complex associate relation matters, which include conducting effective and objective investigations.
- Offer advice to associates on matters pertaining to policies and procedures, and manage the activities pertaining to grievances, conduct and discipline.
- Participate in University-wide activities as assigned in action plans and/or duty rosters (e.g. graduation, invigilation, etc.).
- Provide support to the Senior Manager and the Director to perform any other duties as assigned by them.

**Job Requirements**:

- Degree with at least 2 years or Diploma with at least 3 years of relevant working experience.
- Experience in the education industry or HR and/or work related to people engagement or ecosystem is an added advantage.
- Effective interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
- Enjoys planning, ideation, and teamwork.
- Meticulous and with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

**What Do We Offer**:
At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career

Besides that, you will also get:

- Competitive Pay Package
- Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
- Medical Benefits
- Flex Benefits
- Family Care Leaves
- Volunteer Service Leaves
- Wellness & Recreation Activities
- Lifelong Learning Opportunities
- Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers