Senior Executive/Assistant Manager/Manager, Scholarship Administration

1 week ago

Singapore National University of Singapore Full time
Senior Executive/Assistant Manager/Manager, Scholarship Administration (Office of Admissions)

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Job Description

The Office of Admissions (OAM) oversees full-time undergraduate admissions, scholarships, and financial aid. Reporting to the Provost's Office, OAM develops and implements policies and operations related to undergraduate admission, awards, and administration of scholarships and financial aid, and markets the university's undergraduate degree programmes.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to support the administration of university scholarships and financial aid. This role requires strong analytical and stakeholder management skills and a proactive approach to improving processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer the full cycle of scholarship renewals, suspensions, and terminations, ensuring adherence to university policies and procedures.
  • Verify scholars' academic standing, performance, and compliance with scholarship agreements in collaboration with Faculties/Schools and donors.
  • Handle disbursement of scholarship funds to eligible students, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintain accurate records of scholarship renewals and disbursements.
  • Serve as the primary contact for scholarship recipients, addressing inquiries and handling appeals.
  • Issue status letters for graduated scholars.
  • Conduct briefing sessions for graduating scholars.
  • Assist in developing and implementing IT systems to digitise scholarship administration.

Scholarship Bond Management

  • Support administration of the scholarship service bond scheme, including processing bond fulfilment applications for graduates.
  • Manage bond deferment cases.

Opportunity Enhancement Grant Management

  • Process applications for Opportunity Enhancement Grants for short-term overseas programmes.
  • Coordinate with the Office of Finance and Global Relations Office for timely disbursement of funds.

Other Responsibilities

  • Analyze and improve processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Prepare budget projections and grant claims.
  • Guide and supervise team members and stakeholders.
  • Participate in outreach events and activities.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

  • A recognised Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
  • Experience in scholarship and grant management is preferred.
  • Proactive, quality-conscious, and results-oriented.
  • Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams under tight deadlines.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Office of Admissions

Department: Financial Aid & Scholarships

Employee Referral Eligible

Job requisition ID: 27883

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