Senior Assistant Manager, Dean's Office Operations

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Assistant Manager to support the Dean’s Office of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Nanyang Technological University. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will work closely with the Dean and senior leadership to turn strategic priorities into coordinated actions.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of the Dean’s strategic priorities, develop workplans, track progress, and ensure follow‑through of key initiatives.
• Coordinate college‑level initiatives, governance processes and leadership engagements, prepare materials, document decisions, and track action items.
• Produce high‑quality briefing materials, presentations and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Facilitate alignment across schools, centres and central units, driving progress and resolving issues.
• Manage the Dean’s engagements, including scheduling, prioritisation and preparation of meeting materials.
• Maintain structured tracking systems and identify opportunities to improve workflows and processes within the Dean’s Office.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
• 6–8 years of experience in strategy and operations, project/program management, executive support or similar roles.
• Strong organisational and coordination abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to prepare clear materials for senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to synthesise information and support decision‑making.

Required skills

What we offer

• Direct collaboration with the Dean and senior leadership.
• Exposure to college‑wide initiatives and strategic priorities.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.