Assistant Manager (Service-Learning)

Who We Are

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment. We advocate the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

About the Job

The SUSS Core supports the university’s mission by providing a transformative experience that educates students holistically – cognitively, socially, and creatively. It equips students with values, skills and knowledge to become adaptive, resilient global citizens, ready to engage with the challenges of the 21st century. Through interdisciplinary & experiential learning, students are empowered to appreciate complex issues in local and global contexts, enhance their understanding of individuals, communities and relationships, and contribute meaningfully to society. The SUSS Core emphasises socio-cultural competence and social responsibility, fostering sustainable, reciprocal engagement with partners on real-world issues. 

The Assistant Manager (Service-Learning) reports to the Head (Service-Learning), and is responsible for supporting the coordination and implementation of Service-Learning’s portfolio of programmes in collaboration with all stakeholders to achieve the strategic and operational goals of the SUSS Core. 

What You Will Be Doing

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage and provide administrative support for the experiential components of the NIE301 Learning with Communities course, including contract management and onsite support for collaboration with external and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain relationships with community partners by conducting regular reviews and evaluating feedback in support of meaningful and impactful stakeholder experience.
• Coordinate, manage and administer secretariat functions for annual university awards.
• Oversee development and administration of grants that support Service-Learning programmes and initiatives.
• Monitor grant deliverables and prepare annual financial updates for donor impact report.
• Support the monitoring and implementation of SUSS students’ experiential graduation requirements.
  
  

Others

• Support department events and activities, as well as university-wide projects and activities.
• Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Degree holder with at least 5 years of professional experience preferably in the education and/or community sector.  Candidates with fewer years of work experience or those exploring a career transition may be considered for a Senior Executive role.
• Strong analytical, communication, networking and presentation skills.
• A resourceful team player and leader with initiative and interpersonal skills, and a high level of integrity.
• Strong coordination, administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage and work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Intellectually inquisitive; with a good awareness of current and global affairs.
• Experience in data analytics, awards, grants and/or funds administration is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Professional applications.