Assistant Director, Academic Matters

2 weeks ago

NTU Main Campus Singapore Nanyang Technological University Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

This role is required to lead the academic arm of the Undergraduate Programmes Office in the critical function of programme management and development, stakeholder engagement and support to Management:

Key Responsibilities:

Programme Management and Development

  • Oversee planning, management, coordination and execution of NBS programmes, inter-school collaborations and new initiatives

  • Oversee management and operations relating to course delivery, work-study, internship, exchange programmes, and study trips

  • Oversee Business Streaming and administration of Change of Programme and Specialisation

  • Manage the provision of curriculum planning advice to students (e.g., implications of using Broadening and Deepening Electives for MOOCS, reading minors and second major offerings, etc.)

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Support collaborations with other departments with a focus on developing partnerships with industry on work study degree progammes and internships

  • Build relationships with academic partners, industry associations, and professional bodies

  • Act as liaison between academic divisions, students, faculty, and university administration

  • Engage and connect with stakeholders – serve as conduit for student, faculty and industry partner feedback on academic matters.

Support to Management

  • Work with Associate Deans to drive academic initiatives and operations of the NBS Undergraduate Programmes Office

  • Assist with the conceptualization, development and implementation of new academic initiatives, policies and guidelines for good governance

  • Support the implementation and monitor the execution of University academic initiatives, strategic plans and work plans for the unit

  • Review, recommend, and drive process improvements to academic operations in terms of structure, systems, policies and procedures that govern programme delivery

  • Provide supervision, mentorship and development for the academic arm of the UPO team.

Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with at least 8 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the education sector

  • Prior experience in a relevant administrative role in an institution of higher learning will be advantageous

  • Strong people management and leadership skills; Supervisory experience is required

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Self-motivated, resourceful and flexible in adjusting and responding to changing priorities

  • Ability to work independently and as a team; personal initiative and team spirit in the effective implementation of projects

  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, multi-task and deliver with quality and timeliness

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, planning and organizational abilities

  • Organised and meticulous with an eye for details

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

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