Assistant Manager, Student Administration

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world's top universities. NTU's College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty. Today, we are ranked #2 for AI and #6 for Computer Science by US News Best Global Universities; and #5 for Data Science and AI by QS World University Ranking.

A hot bed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research, the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU's College of Computing and Data Science is an 'exciting place to learn and grow'. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

The Turing AI Scholars Programme (TAISP) is our flagship scholarship for exceptional students passionate about advancing artificial intelligence, offering rigorous academics, research opportunities, global exposure, and comprehensive financial support.

The Assistant Manager, Student Administration (TAISP) plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth administration and operational excellence of this premier scholarship programme, providing comprehensive support to TAISP scholars throughout their academic journey.

Job Responsibilities

Student Administration & Academic Support- Manage and respond to TAISP students' enquiries on academic, administrative, and programme-related matters in a timely and professional manner- Oversee course registration processes for TAISP scholars, ensuring compliance with programme requirements and university and college policies-
- Coordinate campus housing matters for TAISP scholars, liaising with Campus Housing Office to ensure appropriate accommodation arrangements- Maintain accurate student records and documentation in university systems and for team’s internal record-keeping- Provide advisory support to scholars on academic progression, programme requirements, and graduation matters Research Programme Coordination-
- Oversee Final Year Project (FYP) administration for TAISP scholars, ensuring timely completion and compliance with assessment requirements- Support ad-hoc research initiatives and opportunities for TAISP scholars, including research attachments and collaborations with faculty- Liaise with faculty supervisors, research labs, and academic departments to facilitate research placements and opportunities- Monitor research progress and maintain records of scholars' research activities and outputs- Coordinate research-related events, presentations, and showcases for TAISP scholars- Process research-related claims, funding requests, and administrative documentation

Publicity, Outreach & Student Engagement- Support publicity efforts for the TAISP programme through various communication channels- Assist in organizing outreach events, open houses, and recruitment activities- Coordinate student engagement activities and community-building initiatives for current TAISP scholars- Manage programme website content and social media presence- Develop and maintain promotional materials, brochures, and information packages- Organize scholar sharing sessions, networking events, and alumni engagement activities- Support planning and execution of TAISP signature events and milestone celebrations- Coordinate with the College's Outreach and Publicity Team on publicity campaigns- Collect and document student testimonials, success stories, and programme highlights- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders, such as the editorial board to ensure high accuracy of content on site

Global Exposure & Overseas Programmes- Coordinate and administer overseas study programmes for TAISP scholars, including semester overseas studies at partner universities- Manage internship placements and arrangements for TAISP scholars, both locally and internationally- Plan and execute experiential learning trips and immersion programmes for TAISP cohorts- Liaise with partner universities, host organizations, and external stakeholders for overseas programmes-
- Conduct pre-departure briefings and provide guidance on overseas study/internship requirements- Monitor scholars' progress during overseas programmes and serve as point of contact for any issues- Handle communication between NTU, partner institutions, host organizations, and students- Ensure compliance with university policies, safety and insurance requirements for overseas programmes- Process travel grants, reimbursements, and other financial matters related to global exposure activities- Maintain records and documentation of all overseas programme activities

Programme Operations and Administrative Excellence- Support the timely execution of key programme processes in compliance with university policies and standards, including admission and scholarship adminis