Senior Executive (MA Coursework Programme)

About the role

NUS is looking for a Senior Executive to manage all matters pertaining to its MA coursework programme, the Master of Arts in Chinese Culture and Literature (MACCL). The role covers publicity, admissions, student support, event coordination and administrative duties, reporting to the Director of MACCL and the Reporting Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Handle publicity, including marketing and advertising
• Process programme applications and follow up on successful and unsuccessful ones
• Manage course registration and advise on candidature matters
• Liaise with the Graduate Studies Division and OUR on graduate student matters
• Handle timetabling and examination matters
• Manage medals and prizes
• Handle HR and finance matters
• Organise events for MACCL students, attend to their queries and generate statistical data
• Carry out secretarial duties for departmental meetings, commencement and examination duties, and coordinate events such as orientation and the graduation party
• Act as fire warden and assist with safety management plans
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of MACCL and Reporting Manager

Required profile

• Degree holder
• Preferably 2-3 years of working experience
• Strong spoken and written communication skills in English and Chinese, as the role involves Chinese-speaking students, staff and external stakeholders
• Meticulous, responsive and adaptable, with a strong service-oriented attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, and to manage multiple tasks under pressure

Required skills

• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Good numeracy skills with attention to detail
• Strong planning and organisational skills

Applications are made through the NUS Jobs Portal with a CV attached; they are reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted for interviews.