Assistant Director, Part-Time Work-Study Degree Programmes

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is a leading university committed to nurturing leaders and creating societal impact through education, research, and service. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of workforce-relevant undergraduate pathways, work closely with academic and industry stakeholders, and help shape new models of lifelong and work-integrated learning at the University.

The Assistant Director will lead the management and development of NTU’s Part-Time Work-Study undergraduate programme portfolio. The role combines strategic programme development, stakeholder engagement, operational leadership, and team management to ensure high-quality programme delivery, strong student experience, and alignment with institutional and national workforce priorities.

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  Oversee the end-to-end management of Part-Time Work-Study undergraduate programmes, including marketing coordination, admissions, programme administration, student servicing, and graduation-related processes.

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  Support the launch and ongoing delivery of new programmes and future portfolio offerings.

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  Work closely with Colleges, Schools, faculty, and central administrative units to ensure smooth programme operations, service excellence, and compliance with University requirements.

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  Lead or coordinate the development of new programme proposals in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, professional bodies, employers, and industry partners.

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  Support outreach and promotional efforts for the programme portfolio, including recruitment activities, information sessions, and stakeholder engagement sessions.

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  Oversee reporting, data consolidation, quality assurance, accreditation-related processes, and administrative governance for the portfolio.

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  Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to support programme relevance, partnership development, and institutional objectives.

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  Lead and supervise a small team, providing direction, support, and performance oversight.

Must-Haves

• A good Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.

• Relevant experience in programme management, higher education administration, continuing education, partnership development, or a related field.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programmes or projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing timelines.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across academic, administrative, and external partner groups.

• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to lead operations with attention to quality, service standards, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Experience in supervising or guiding staff, with the ability to lead a small team effectively.

Good-to-Have

• A postgraduate qualification in education, business, management, public administration, or a related field.

• Experience in higher education, lifelong learning, work-study, or industry-linked education environments.

• Familiarity with quality assurance, accreditation, academic governance, or reporting requirements in an education setting.

• Experience in new programme development, policy implementation, or cross-sector partnership management.

• Confidence in using data, digital systems, and reporting tools to support decision-making and programme management.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented.

• Professional and confident in engaging stakeholders at different levels.

• Able to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.

• Meticulous, responsive, and committed to service excellence.

• Adaptable and effective in a dynamic and evolving environment.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.