Senior Assistant Manager – Programme Administration & Operations (GEMBA)

About the role

Join Nanyang Business School’s flagship GEMBA programme as a Senior Assistant Manager responsible for seamless programme administration and operations. You will support senior executives and Chinese entrepreneurs, ensuring a high‑impact learning experience for both students and faculty.

Key responsibilities

• Manage course operations, including creation, updates, registration, and coordination.
• Oversee logistics during the course period, including occasional weekend duties with off‑in‑lieu compensation.
• Prepare pre‑course arrangements such as teaching appointment confirmations and logistics set‑up.
• Support post‑course activities, including evaluations, surveys, and finance matters.
• Coordinate programme‑related events, handling venue booking, procurement, vendor liaison, and onsite operations.
• Ensure both academic and non‑academic components run smoothly and on schedule.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in operations or programme management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Highly responsible, accountable, and committed to quality work.
• Fast learner who adapts quickly to changing needs and last‑minute demands.
• Positive, easy‑going personality with a collaborative, team‑first mindset.
• Fluency in English and Chinese (reading, writing, speaking) for regular engagement with students and stakeholders.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile programme engaging senior business leaders across ASEAN and China.
• Collaborative, supportive, mission‑driven team environment.
• Hands‑on experience in programme operations, event management, and academic administration.